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Zeb Allen-Taylor Freelancer @ Lincoln college of college of science, management and technology
In Psychology 3 min read
🌸 The Diplomats: The Empathetic Souls Who See the Best in Everyone
<p>If Analysts are the architects of logic, then Diplomats are the architects of relationships. They’re the ones who want to know not just what you’re thinking, but how you’re feeling.</p><p><br/></p><p>Diplomats are all about connection and empathy, but they don’t see the world through rose-colored glasses — they see it through a lens of possibility. They believe in the potential for growth and change, but that doesn’t mean they let everyone off the hook.</p><p>They might be idealists, but they’re also realists when it comes to people. They definitely don’t tolerate toxic behavior or people who just take, take, take. A Diplomat won’t hesitate to put up boundaries if they sense someone is draining them or not worth their time.</p><p>They may not always be the boldest warriors in the fight, but when they do stand up for others (or themselves), they do it from a place of authenticity and purpose, not because they’re trying to please anyone.</p><p>Here’s how they break it down:</p><p><img alt="" src="/media/inline_insight_image/7de05a7a-8fd9-4a3a-9c11-d350fd2812f1.jpeg"/></p><p>INFJs (The Advocate) are the quiet visionaries, but they’ll cut someone out of their life faster than you can say "emotional intelligence" if they don’t vibe with them.</p><br/><p>ENFJs (The Protagonist) can be natural leaders, but don’t mistake that for passivity. If you cross them or go against their values, they’ll stand firm — no problem.</p><p>INFPs (The Mediator) might be dreamers, but they know when to fight for their values and refuse to let anyone compromise their integrity.</p><p>ENFPs (The Campaigner) may be super friendly, but if someone isn’t authentic or just taking advantage of their energy, they’ll be the first to hit the eject button.</p><p><br/></p><p>🎯 Key Traits of Diplomats (Updated)</p><p><br/></p><p>Empathetic, but Not a Push-Over – Diplomats are emotionally attuned, but they won’t let anyone use their kindness as a doormat. They’re selective about who they trust, and their loyalty is earned, not given freely.</p><p><br/></p><p>Idealistic with Boundaries – They dream big, but they don’t waste energy on people who aren’t worth it. Diplomats will hold people to higher standards, and if you don’t meet them? Well, they’ll be polite — but distance themselves.</p><p><br/></p><p>Relational, Not Reliant – While they’re fantastic at connecting others, they don’t depend on anyone to feel whole. They’re independent in their thinking and won’t let their desire</p><p> to help become a burden.</p><p><br/></p><p>💭 What They’re Great At</p><p><br/></p><p>Diplomats thrive in roles where they can make a difference — whether that’s as a teacher, counselor, artist, or community leader. They have an intuitive understanding of human nature, which makes them fantastic in roles where they can help others grow, develop, and understand themselves better.</p><p>They excel in group dynamics, fostering harmony and making people feel seen and heard. They are, without a doubt, the heart of any team or group, always trying to lift people up and unite them in a common goal.</p><p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>⚡ The Downside</p><p><br/></p><p>As idealistic as they are, Diplomats can sometimes get caught in their own heads and feel the weight of the world’s problems on their shoulders. When things don’t go as planned or people don’t live up to their expectations, they can become disillusioned or feel burned out.</p><p>Because they care so much about others, they might also struggle to set healthy boundaries — always prioritizing the needs of others before their own. Sometimes, this leads to emotional exhaustion, especially when they give more than they have to give.</p><p>Ohhh am really excited to share my thoughts on the mbti series plus I was able to find my personality and grow my strengths (am an infj🥲 ) so let me know if your mbti hasn't been listed or which you think you are down in the comments 👇 </p><p>THANKS FOR READING 🙇</p>

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