{"id":1059,"date":"2023-03-31T08:49:21","date_gmt":"2023-03-31T08:49:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/?p=1059"},"modified":"2023-05-22T12:41:44","modified_gmt":"2023-05-22T12:41:44","slug":"intj-stress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-stress\/","title":{"rendered":"INTJ Stress Triggers &amp; How To Handle Them"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>No matter how well put together we might appear, even INTJs stress over certain things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In fact, there are actually quite a few things that can trouble an INTJ.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And I must admit, it took me a while to learn how to deal with them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, I\u2019ll share that with you. From INTJ stress triggers to ways to relieve them, we\u2019ll cover every detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So let\u2019s dive in!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_64 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg 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href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-stress\/#Situations_that_require_expressing_ones_feelings\" title=\"Situations that require expressing one\u2019s feelings\">Situations that require expressing one\u2019s feelings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-stress\/#Interaction_with_a_group_of_people\" title=\"Interaction with a group of people\">Interaction with a group of people<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-stress\/#Disorganized_and_boring_work_environment\" title=\"Disorganized and boring work environment\">Disorganized and boring work environment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-stress\/#Being_micromanaged\" title=\"Being micromanaged\">Being micromanaged<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-stress\/#Being_required_to_follow_useless_and_traditional_rules\" title=\"Being required to follow useless and traditional rules\">Being required to follow useless and traditional rules<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-stress\/#Sensory_overstimulation\" title=\"Sensory overstimulation\">Sensory overstimulation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-stress\/#Having_their_plans_disrupted\" title=\"Having their plans disrupted\">Having their plans disrupted<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-stress\/#6_Ways_to_Deal_With_Stress_If_You_Are_an_INTJ\" title=\"6 Ways to Deal With Stress If You Are an INTJ\">6 Ways to Deal With Stress If You Are an INTJ<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-stress\/#Enjoy_some_time_alone\" title=\"Enjoy some time alone\">Enjoy some time alone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-stress\/#Lower_sensory_triggers\" title=\"Lower sensory triggers\">Lower sensory triggers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-stress\/#Light_up_your_workload\" title=\"Light up your workload\">Light up your workload<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-stress\/#Go_out\" title=\"Go out\">Go out<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-stress\/#Enjoy_a_hobby\" title=\"Enjoy a hobby\">Enjoy a hobby<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-stress\/#Vent_out_to_someone\" title=\"Vent out to someone\">Vent out to someone<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/intj-stress\/#To_Sum_Things_Up\" title=\"To Sum Things Up\">To Sum Things Up<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Stress_Triggers_for_INTJs\"><\/span>7 Stress Triggers for INTJs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"INTJ | Dealing with Stress\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Pv7a_rAjYQ8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>So, what makes an INTJ stressed?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In short, it\u2019s situations that go against their personality traits. Basically, when they\u2019re required or expected to do that\u2019s not normal for them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s address each stress trigger individually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Situations_that_require_expressing_ones_feelings\"><\/span>Situations that require expressing one\u2019s feelings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s no secret that INTJs are often perceived as ice kings and queens by other MBTI types. Of course, those who are close to an INTJ know that there are true feelings behind that reserved facade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But INTJs don\u2019t like showing that, especially to people they don\u2019t know well. Well, they have a problem with emotional expression in general, which stems from their overly rational mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You see, INTJs look at things in a logical and objective way. They try rationalizing everything they do and also everything they feel.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But as it usually goes, feelings aren\u2019t rational. And that already makes them troubled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So when you ask an INTJ to express how they feel, that\u2019s something they\u2019ll stress about. How do you put into words something you don\u2019t understand?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Interaction_with_a_group_of_people\"><\/span>Interaction with a group of people<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Introverts are drained by social interaction. This is especially true for INTJs, as that drained feeling comes from having a different way of communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>INTJs perceive communication like any other action &#8211; with efficiency in mind. Whatever you do drains your energy, and talking with other people is no different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And for INTJs, what drains them the most is communication with no purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Small talk? One does it for the sake of starting the conversation and testing the mood. But the information shared during a small talk is something they probably don\u2019t really care about. So, for an INTJ, there\u2019s no purpose in doing such pleasantries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s also worth noting that INTJs have a rather different way of communicating compared to many other MBTI types. This causes a lot of misunderstanding, and having to explain themselves is something that saps INTJs\u2019 energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disorganized_and_boring_work_environment\"><\/span>Disorganized and boring work environment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"628\" src=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/woman-feeling-stressed-in-office.png\" alt=\"woman feeling stressed in office\" class=\"wp-image-1065\" srcset=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/woman-feeling-stressed-in-office.png 1200w, https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/woman-feeling-stressed-in-office-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/woman-feeling-stressed-in-office-1024x536.png 1024w, https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/woman-feeling-stressed-in-office-768x402.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>INTJs are, hands down, the biggest fans of plans among all MBTI types. People with this personality type live their lives planning for the future.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And it makes sense &#8211; they always see the bigger picture, and their strategic mind allows them to plan for it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, being as logical and rational as they are, INTJs know that plans fail. That\u2019s why they also have backup plans for that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But imagine being so strategic and efficient but working in <a href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/blog\/intj-careers\/\">a disorganized workplace<\/a>. This is one of the biggest INTJ pet peeves. Spending eight hours at work and not utilizing their full potential? What a waste of time and a source of stress for an INTJ.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They also feel the same way when their creativity is being suppressed. INTJs are very innovative, always striving to achieve effectiveness. So, when they find a better way to do something, INTJs will gladly share their solutions with their managers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, not everyone will share their out-of-the-box thinking. So while their idea might be brilliant, it will often be rejected because it\u2019s simply too revolutionary. And well, we can definitely see why this would be so stressful for INTJs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Being_micromanaged\"><\/span>Being micromanaged<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A micromanaging boss is yet another source of stress in the workplace for an INTJ.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you know, INTJs are very motivated and determined, especially in the workplace. So having someone watching and dictating their every move is downright offensive to them. Basically, it makes an INTJ feel like the boss doesn\u2019t trust them with the job they hired them for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Things are even worse if micromanaging is also hindering their efficiency in the workplace. So, not only are they required to follow imposed rules, but those same rules are slowing them down in their job? That\u2019s something an INTJ will surely lose their temper about.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Being_required_to_follow_useless_and_traditional_rules\"><\/span>Being required to follow useless and traditional rules<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To make one thing perfectly clear &#8211; INTJs are by no means against the rules.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s just those ineffective, useless, absurd traditional rules that they have a problem with.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if there\u2019s one thing that INTJs hate, it\u2019s when they\u2019re required to do something simply because they\u2019re told so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Washing hands before and after meals? That\u2019s quite boring, alright. But there\u2019s a logical, scientific explanation for why that\u2019s important for health. So naturally, INTJs won\u2019t mind doing that, even though there\u2019s nothing fun about washing hands.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i.giphy.com\/media\/lk4w4scH6TLQSsLND3\/giphy.webp\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>But INTJs won\u2019t do the same when it comes to rules without any logic to them. Here\u2019s an example.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that it\u2019s illegal for an unmarried woman to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allinjurieslawfirm.com\/blog\/5-of-the-strangest-laws-in-florida-that-you-may-have-never-heard-of\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">skydive on a Sunday in Florida<\/a>?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pretty ridiculous, right? Especially since the law doesn\u2019t mention unmarried men.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, rest assured that an unmarried <a href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/blog\/intj-female\/\">INTJ woman<\/a> would not blindly comply with this. Unfortunately, given it\u2019s a law, she probably wouldn\u2019t be able to find a place in Florida to skydive on Sunday.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Obviously, this would piss an INTJ off. And not merely because she can\u2019t skydive on a desired day. Instead, it\u2019s the fact that there\u2019s no logical explanation for why she needs to comply with this ridiculous law that would stress her out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sensory_overstimulation\"><\/span>Sensory overstimulation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"628\" src=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/a-stressed-businesswoman-surrounded-by-colleagues.png\" alt=\"a stressed businesswoman surrounded by colleagues\" class=\"wp-image-1066\" srcset=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/a-stressed-businesswoman-surrounded-by-colleagues.png 1200w, https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/a-stressed-businesswoman-surrounded-by-colleagues-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/a-stressed-businesswoman-surrounded-by-colleagues-1024x536.png 1024w, https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/a-stressed-businesswoman-surrounded-by-colleagues-768x402.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For INTJs, extroverted sensing is the least developed <a href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/blog\/intj-cognitive-functions\">cognitive function<\/a>. What this means is they easily lose focus on what\u2019s happening around them. With their heads in clouds, thinking about patterns and plans, they tend to disconnect from their surroundings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But of course, the surroundings can be too overstimulating to an INTJ\u2019s senses. In other words, it disturbs the inner thinking process, which can be quite stressful for INTJs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is part of the reason why INTJs don\u2019t like big groups of people. It\u2019s not just the fact that they need to like someone in order to enjoy talking to them. Big groups are loud, and that\u2019s overly stimulating INTJs\u2019 senses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Having_their_plans_disrupted\"><\/span>Having their plans disrupted<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter how great of a planner INTJs might be, not everything works out the way they thought it would. And sometimes, not even their backup plans work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the kind of situation that catches them off-guard. When your backup plan for backup plan fails, what do you do? Stress about it, apparently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, that\u2019s what an INTJ would do for sure. People with this personality type are not good improvisers. They need to put all options into perspective before they feel comfortable acting. And that requires time, which they don\u2019t have in these situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So naturally, whatever new plan they come up with won\u2019t be as detailed and strategic as they\u2019d like it to be.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Ways_to_Deal_With_Stress_If_You_Are_an_INTJ\"><\/span>6 Ways to Deal With Stress If You Are an INTJ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"628\" src=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/relaxed-man-in-office.png\" alt=\"relaxed man in office\" class=\"wp-image-1068\" srcset=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/relaxed-man-in-office.png 1200w, https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/relaxed-man-in-office-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/relaxed-man-in-office-1024x536.png 1024w, https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/relaxed-man-in-office-768x402.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As someone with an INTJ personality type, what can you do to relieve that stress?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, there are a few things that are proven to help in these stressful situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enjoy_some_time_alone\"><\/span>Enjoy some time alone<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As an introvert, it\u2019s in your nature to need solitary time to recharge. And this is especially useful when you\u2019re dealing with a stressful situation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whatever the problem might be, it\u2019s so much easier to solve it when you\u2019re alone. That\u2019s when you can put your introverted intuition to use to process your thoughts without external distractions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lower_sensory_triggers\"><\/span>Lower sensory triggers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As INTJs, in order to function properly, we need to be able to block other stimulants around us.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, we can\u2019t control everything in our surroundings, but there are things we can do to lower sensory triggers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Turning off your ringtone, dimming the lights, and even just closing your eyes can help you get disconnected from the things around you. When everything is dark and silent, you can be completely at peace with your own thoughts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Light_up_your_workload\"><\/span>Light up your workload<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Even with a detailed plan, we INTJs tend to put too much on our plates. This is probably related to our perfectionism and constant need for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, we\u2019re not machines, even if our brains tend to work that way sometimes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And one way you can reduce that built-up stress is to light up your workload. See if there are tasks in your schedule that aren\u2019t absolutely essential to be done at this point. This is especially important for those things you don\u2019t look forward to, like group activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Go_out\"><\/span>Go out<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"628\" src=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/woman-reading-book-in-nature.png\" alt=\"woman reading book in nature\" class=\"wp-image-1070\" srcset=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/woman-reading-book-in-nature.png 1200w, https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/woman-reading-book-in-nature-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/woman-reading-book-in-nature-1024x536.png 1024w, https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/woman-reading-book-in-nature-768x402.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I know this sounds so clich\u00e9. But I don\u2019t mean having a walk down Fifth Avenue. Instead, go out where you can enjoy nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on where you live, that might be a forest or a small park in the middle of the town. It doesn\u2019t matter, as long as you can have some quiet time for yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s the thing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though you\u2019re <em>outside<\/em>, nature should be very calming for your extraverted sensing function. You can be present and enjoy the things around you without being overly stimulated by everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enjoy_a_hobby\"><\/span>Enjoy a hobby<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/blog\/intj-hobbies\/\">INTJs\u2019 hobbies<\/a> can be somewhat different compared to those most people enjoy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But the common thing all those hobbies have is that they don\u2019t need the presence of other people. What\u2019s more, INTJs tend to choose hobbies they can slowly improve at.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, from gaming and cooking to playing golf and weightlifting, find something that you can enjoy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vent_out_to_someone\"><\/span>Vent out to someone<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I know, this doesn\u2019t sound like an INTJ type.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But one thing even INTJs must agree on is that getting things off your chest can be relieving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, find someone to vent out to. But not just someone that will listen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As an INTJ, it can be really helpful to actually get input from other people on a situation. Their perspective can help you get a better understanding of what might be going on.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"To_Sum_Things_Up\"><\/span>To Sum Things Up<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a lot of things that can be stressful to an INTJ. These are usually situations that go against their nature. From overstimulating surroundings to understimulated jobs, these are all stress triggers for INTJs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When that happens, the best way for an INTJ to relieve stress is to enjoy time alone doing what they like.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Wonder how an overly stressed INTJ acts?<\/strong> Here\u2019s our <a href=\"https:\/\/intjsecrets.com\/blog\/intj-dark-side\/\">article on the dark sides of INTJ personality.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>No matter how well put together we might appear, even INTJs stress over certain things. 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