INFP 9w1- Everything You Need to Know

If you’ve met an INFP before, you’ll agree that they have a lot of love and support to give. One of the variants that exemplify this is the INFP 9w1.

This article will focus on how they are different from typical INFPs, their strengths and weaknesses, and so much more.

Let’s start from the top.

How INFP 9w1s are Different from Typical INFPs

INFPs are warm and sensitive people. They care a lot about others and are usually invested in humanitarian causes. INFPs lead with introverted feeling (Fe). This means they have internal values which guide their dealings with others.

They act based on those values and can be very stubborn when these values are challenged. INFP 9w1s have some similarities with typical INFPs. This personality type will be interested in keeping the peace with others.

You should know that typical INFPs are usually type 4 on the enneagram of personality.

They are also a bit more extroverted than typical INFPs. Because they have type 1 as their wing, they will have high expectations and standards. However, meeting them is another story.

Here’s a table that shows some differences between INFP 9w1 and typical INFPs.

Strengths of INFP 9w1s

1.    Mediators

INFPs are mediators. This personality type is no different. This is probably heightened because they are type 9s.

As mediators, they can sense when things are wrong within a crowd or among friends. They also try to fix things. Sometimes, they do this even when they are not asked.

The need for harmony is clearly one of their motivating factors.

2.    Presence of Strong Values

INFPs come with the introverted feeling function. This is present in the INFP 9w1. Type 1s are also known to have particularly strong values.

When these types combine, you get someone that has high morals and values. They are particularly concerned about breaking these values and will resist any attempts to make them do so.

While this is true, this personality type is not a core type 1. So, they might be more malleable and open-minded.

3.    Creativity

INFPs are full of creativity. This does not go away with the INFP 9w1s. They have a lot of creativity flowing through their veins.

It’s not a surprise then that they make good writers, graphic designers and musicians. However, having the right work ethic to meet up with their talents or creativity might be an issue.

4.    Balanced

As already stated, INFP 9w1s have strong values. However, INFPs are also non-conventional and open to new challenges.

This provides a balance between both urges. Thus, INFP 9w1s know when to hold back from new ideas and when to follow their passions.

What you get is a well-rounded individual.

5.    Strives Towards Perfection

Type 1s are perfectionists. INFPs are not. However, if their wing is strong, INFP 9w8s might strive towards perfection.

So, this might make them more efficient in their job or tasks. It might also lead to better work ethic in the long-term. However, this only happens when they decide to put in the work.

6.    Easy-Going

Type 9s are chill and relaxed people. INFPs are introverts. When both types combine, you get someone who is reserved and calm.

They are easy going people that simply go with the flow. It’s so hard to hate on an INFP 9w1. They just won’t give you a reason to do that.

7.    Warmth and Sensitive

Finally, INFP 9w1s are warm people. Because their core desire is to make sure that there’s harmony, they hardly make people feel uncomfortable.

People often feel at home with the INFP 9w1. They make great parents and good nurturers.

Weaknesses of INFP 9w1

1.    Complacent

Despite their need to be perfectionists, this personality type will struggle with complacency. Type 9s often lose focus and lack the drive to meet their targets.

This affects the INFP 9w1s who will be trapped between meeting their lofty targets or slacking throughout their lives.

Complacency is a big problem for this personality type.

2.    Extreme Idealists

“NF” types are idealists in the MBTI typology. This means they focus more on what should be and not what is.

INFP 9w1s are exactly like that. Because type 1 is their wing, they are prone to seeing things as black and white.

This might make them judgmental or lose out on important opportunity. Fighting the lure of idealism is a lifelong struggle.

3.    Indecisive

Type 9s are known for indecisiveness. This is possibly because they are scared of causing disharmony. So, they try to avoid making decisions they believe might cause issues.

Their indecisiveness may lead to bigger issues in life and might hinder their progress. INFP 9w1s are no different. It can become a vicious cycle for them.

4.    People-Pleasing

It’s easy to understand why the INFP 9w1s has this problem. INFPs want people to be comfortable about them. They are kind and generally warm-hearted. Type 9s want to maintain their inner peace.

So, if getting run over by people can make them achieve their goals, why not? Soon enough, INFP 9w1s become tied down to people’s problems.

It becomes hard for them to meet and cross their own targets.

That is definitely something nobody wants. If you are struggling with people-pleasing, here’s an article that might help.

Growth Tips for INFP 9w1

• Try to set healthy boundaries around you. Doing that will ensure you stay mentally healthy and independent.
• While the lure of being complacent is strong, there are somethings that must be done. Don’t lose focus on them
• Being indecisive will get you nowhere. Better to make a wrong decision than to make none.

Fictional/Anime Characters that are INFP 9w1

• Adrien Agreste “Chat Noir” (Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir)
• Kaneki Ken (Tokyo Ghoul)
• Luna Lovegood (Harry Potter)
• Marshall Eriksen (How I Met Your Mother)
• Luke Skywalker (Star Wars)
• Shigeo “Mob” Kageyama (Mob Psycho 100)
• Will Byers (Stranger Things)
• Legoshi (Beastars)
• Frodo Baggins (The Lord of the Rings)

Celebrities/Famous People that are INFP 9w1

• AURORA
• Andrew Garfield
• Kurtis Conner
• Marzia Kjellberg
• Robin Skinner
• Victoria Pedretti
• Fred Rogers
• Avicii
• Chadwick Boseman
• George Lucas