Today's episode explores why INFJs have difficulty with expectations in our relationships. Our Ni (introverted intuition) naturally looks to the future, and we often have an idealistic vision of how we believe our relationships should be. This can be a strength of INFJs, but it can also lead to us putting unhealthy pressure on ourselves and other people.
It is important that we learn the difference between accepting a situation vs. agreeing with it. Learning to hold two seemingly opposing truths simultaneously is a skill that allows us to accept our circumstances and our relationships, even when they are less than ideal.
When we connect with our Se (extraverted sensing) function we are able to stay present and accept a situation for what it is, even when we don't agree with it. Accepting that we do not have control over other people's beliefs or decisions is actually empowering for us, because we're no longer expending energy over things outside our control.
No matter your situation, please remember to accept where you are in the process without resisting or trying to change it. It is only when we accept ourselves for who we are that we open up space and allow true change to occur.
Next week we'll be talking about navigating break-ups, and how to cope when romantic relationships come to an end. Thank you to everyone for being with me on this journey throughout Season 2!
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Join us for Q&A Thursdays! If you have questions about this episode or any area of romantic relationships, I want to hear them!
**I created a form on the INFJ Growth website where you can submit any questions you have about INFJs and relationships.
You can find the form here: infjgrowth.com/podcast**Feel free to ask questions at any time during Season 2, and I'll answer them on an upcoming Q&A Thursday! Ask me anything!
My goal is for us to explore real life examples using the cognitive function toolbox to help you navigate your relationships with self-awareness, clarity, and confidence!~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
If this episode resonated with you, I'd love to hear from you! It's so important for us to be here for each other, and to know we're never alone.
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I love you all!!
~ Jillie🖤🌿🌟