Nice to see you back. On the lighter side I have been watching Korean dramas and I have found that I understand them better than I do North Americans.. Was pleasantly surprised when I read this because Ive been in love with Japan for a long time, and have been planning to move there for a while. Country Matches: Mexico, Guatemala, the Bahamas, Jamaica, Chile, Peru, Colombia, Portugal, Romania, Greece, Malta, Turkey, Tibet, Australia, Bangladesh, Thailand, New Zealand, The Dominican Republic, South Africa, Melanesia Soloman Islands, Cyprus, Sri Lanka, American Samoa, Tanzania. I used to be an ENFP. @INTJ I didnt research any of this. Are you completely stupid? But in all seriousness, the liberal values of San Francisco have been attracting NF types for decades. They are also out-going, social andcrave excitement. If that doesnt define an extremely Sensing country then I dont know what does. Or, do you know nothing about France and Jordan? To find which one best matches your own personality, take the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator and then check out which city jives best with your values. She currently lives in fabulous Las Vegas. Southern Italy: ENFj (a weak J, a J in their own fashion) I Was Born in the Wrong Country | Taken by the Wind, Extroverted, Sensing, Feeling, Judging People Belong in Birmingham A Flea in the Fur of the Beast, http://www.takenbythewind.com/2009/06/26/the-introverted-traveler/, http://www.takenbythewind.com/2010/10/10/dear-america-stop-trying-to-change-us-love-an-introvert/, http://www.takenbythewind.com/2012/07/30/ted-talk-about-the-power-of-introverts/, What's Your Travel Personality Type? It fits pretty well if I wasnt a huge procrastinator But college kids, whatre ya gonna do? | Taken by the Wind Reply With Quote + Reply to []. While I wont be bemail-order-brideing myself to a Burmese rice farmer anytime soon, its certainly something to think about. It is the ideal fit for the ever-evolving existence of the ENTP. ESFPs like it hot in every sense of the phrase. George Washington is thought to have been an ISTJ. Known for its hippy-dippy attitude and intellectual focus alike, the city is a perfect fit for the idealistic, liberally minded ENFP. I came across this via google ( of course ) as I was curious as to which countries have the highest ratio of ENTPs ( my direct functional opposite IE an ideal match in a relationship I think ? ) But sometimes this logical approach to decision-making can cause ENTPs to overlook the human-side of the equation and hurt peoples feelings. He only listed two countries for that personality typeFrance and Jordan. Because according to Brent Massey, author ofWhere in the World Do I Belong? William Shakespeare has been labeled an INFP as has Jacqueline Kennedy and Helen Keller. The rarest types, such as INFJ and INTJ, are not going to be completely at home anywhere. Not so much a city as a suburb of one, Silicon Valley is an ideal spot for the innovative INTP. Its a perfect fit. Coincidence?

As the most highly educated and most literate city in the United States, Seattle offers an ideal fit for the cerebral INTJ. Country Matches: Greenland, Ghana, French-Speaking Canada, French-Speaking Belgium. Japan: ISFJ @Ania I dont think its true that people are always fit to live where they grew up, especially for people raised by immigrants and people who moved around a lot I, like a growing number people, have both of those things to contend with, making it easier to feel out of place and harder to say where exactly I am from to begin with. Quick, aggresive, loyal to family values(even though it is just a mask usually like with most ESTPs), laid-back, into sports and war etc. Done. Theyre skilled at seeing multiple possibilities and this, combined with their need for excitement and change, can make it difficult for ENFPs to remain in relationships. Hey look! I guess Biology took away my idealism. Known as the economic, commercial and financial center of China, Shanghai is an ideal fit for the business-savvy ESTJ. The following are descriptions of some of the 16 personality types, along with the countries Massey felt best corresponded with them. Brent Massey Google Books No place to live for an INTJ Reply With Quote + Reply to Thread []. Since its not listed I looked I decided to go with INFP and it actually makes a lot of sense. ISFPs are the embodiment of the tranquil, harmonious culture of Hawaii. Although ESFPsprefer to avoidactivities that require analytical or theoretical thinking, they have a practical side that make them skilled problem-solvers. I will agree that it is a Thinking country and in terms of J/P is probably pretty borderline between the two. Good call on Burma for INFPs I went there recently and loved it. They love to analyze ideas and are constantly in search of ways to improve the world they live in. [] I wrote that post about personality types and their correspondingcountries, a lot of you have found this site through google-searching Where in the world do I []. If we where to sort of characterize a country as a person, then ok for adventuresome, independent, spontaneous but Poland is an attention junkie and bursting with emotions (mostly bad). If theres one thing we all need to stop doing, its waiting around for someone else to show up and change our lives. Once you get past the scandal of the drug scene, you find a fascinating well of culture that resembles the psyche of the INFP: Hesitant and reserved, yet deeply understanding of various forms of life. An ESFP is atruepeople-person anddislikes being alone. This type enjoys exploring numerous avenues of self-expression and personal growth, which San Francisco provides ample opportunity for. Learn more about Thought Catalog and our writers on our about page. But, thats still utterly wrong.

They dislike uncertainty and prefer to live a life steeped in the traditions upheld by their communities. I dont agree with that. ), 30 Things to Do When You Can't Travel (A List for Broke Travel Addicts), 20 Reasons You Should Live Abroad at Least Once In Your Lifetime. . Quebeckers have high moral values and ideas about what humanity should be. Uh. I think this is very interesting. I saw the INFP countries listed. This buzzing, vibrant city mirrors the attitude of the effervescent ENFP in almost every way possible. [] guys, again, Here is an interesting link: Which Country Best Matches Your Personality? Finally, the Chinese are far more insightful and astute at understanding people and their motivations than any caucasian that I know. On the other hand, they are quite pragmatic, cynical and suspicious of pathos, often criticizing things like political correctness. Theyre resourceful, extremely clever, innovative andcurious which makes themgreat entrepreneurs, inventorsor lawyers. ISFJs take their responsibilities very seriously and for this reason are very dependable. ENTP is too open-minded for Serbians mentality. Okay, some of that impression of mine might be caused by the fact that I am an INTJ. They are loyal friends and believeabove all else, inorganization andinupholding traditions. But when considering places to relocate, most people dont think beyond the borders of their own country. Daring and bold, this type enjoys collecting new experiences and moving quickly toward novel endeavors. They tend to place the needs of others before their own and feel happiest when helping or nurturing people. If you dont see your personality type listed below, its because Massey wasnt able to find a country that matched it (it looks like some peopleare destined to feel like outsiders no matter where they live!). @ Anonymous Unfortunately, the author of the book didnt collect results for either of those personality types, otherwise I would have included them. However, I disagree about China while it is undeniably S, it is a highly social, cerebral kind of place. | Taken by the Wind, 10 Great Reasons Why You Should Live a Life of Travel, Translating your Myers Briggs score into a travel type | Bu Nedir, Ties That Bind What makes us belong? But perhaps their best trait is theirsensitivity to the feelings of others and ability to alwayssee the best in people. Heidi is the author of The First New Universe, The Comprehensive ENFP Survival Guide, and The Comprehensive INFP Survival Guide. They are not as courteous but they certainly arent oblivious to peoples emotions. I see it as ESFP, and its too much for me.

Which Country Best Matches Your Personality? If one feels out of place, that person is bound for an endless search for it. Maybe BS but everyone has an opinion and the opinions often agree. They are able to explore their interests in depth, engage with the history of the nation and keep to themselves as much or as little as they please. Youll then receive a four-letter code that summarizes the way you interact with people, process information and perceive the world (E = Extrovert, I = Introvert, N = iNtuition, F = Feeling, T = Thinking and J = Judging). I havent been in any of them, and I wish I had more choices (thats soooo P, isnt it?). This type craves harmony, connection and deep analysis of the human condition: All of which present themselves in the eclectic city that is Amsterdam. So ISTJ or ISTP would be accurate. Plus the gloomy weather tends to drive people indoors, so the INTJ is free to shut themselves away to work on their latest project. The delightful French culture of Paris sits well with the INFJ who is as rare a gem as the city itself. I even came across this blog post that matched countries with Myers-Briggs personality types.

Some psychologists have speculated that George W. Bush is an ESTJ.

The quaint streets and comfortable neighborhoods allow for close-knit communities to form, which is a priority for the ENFJ. INFPs find comfort in the liberal values of Amsterdam, while enjoying the space to fully consider their own beliefs and values.

Lot of Czechs perhaps identify with that. but would me nice iif it had it, South Korean: ESTP Personality Description: You could say that ENFPs are in love with life. Theyre enthusiastic, optimistic idealistic risk-takers who possess a zest and excitement forall ofthe possibilities life has to offer. So he hides behind Myers-Briggs research to sound more scientific and lays out a bunch of stereotypes. They may be successful at business now and have a flourishing economy, but this doesnt mean that they are working in tandem with their natural personalities. I am not sure what I am I go between infp/enfp but I can act like an entp real quick. ESFJs want to be where the people are particularly where the people are hooking up, shacking up, breaking up and living it up. INTJs would be anywhere from stoned to a social outcast in either of those countries. I am often witness to some ridiculous niceties, especially among women, like one side trying to force the other side to accept money for something and the other side stubbornly refusing. Germany: ESTJ Pesonality Description: Extremely creative and withhighly-developed senses, ISFPs make great artists. This can lead to frustration or depression if they dont have an outlet for their intense emotions. I took a few personality type tests, and in all of them I got ISFJ. Reserved but polite, the citizens of Switzerland dont like to raise much of a fuss unless they have to. If youre unsure of your pesonalitytype, youcan take a shortened versionof the personality test on thethis website. . You can find out yours by taking this test). Rarely will a Chinese person show their true thoughts, values etc. So it got me thinking, other than career paths, how else does it come across in travels? Their loyalty, observational skills, sensitivityand hyper-vigilance is what has earned this personality type the title of Defender. I currently live in Italy and was extremely surprised to find many Americans unhappy with Italy and its culture. They have a low tolerance for inefficiency or for people who dont share their same perspective. The author Brent Massey did in his book Where in the World Do I Belong? [], I also disagree with my countrys type. How To Celebrate The Holidays With Your Loved Ones, Based On Their Myers-Briggs PersonalityTypes, This Is How Understanding Your Type Will Change Your Life, Based On Your Myers-Briggs PersonalityType, This Is Your Zodiac Sister Sign Based On Your Myers-Briggs PersonalityType, Stay Single Until You Are This Kind Of Person, Based On Your Myers-Briggs PersonalityType, This Is What The Internet Is Telling You About Love Vs. What You Should Actually Do Based On Your Myers-Briggs PersonalityType, Here Are The Top Three Potential Matches For You, Based On Your Myers-Briggs PersonalityType.

He profiles 115 different countries but only interviews 400 people, which is hardly a large enough sample size to draw any concrete conclusions from it.

Country Matches:Ireland, Italy, Denmark, Brazil, Bulgaria, Belize, Sudan, Saudi Arabia, Russia, Georgia, Mongolia, Kyrgyzstanand India. Love, an Introvert http://www.takenbythewind.com/2010/10/10/dear-america-stop-trying-to-change-us-love-an-introvert/, TED Talk about Power of Introverts http://www.takenbythewind.com/2012/07/30/ted-talk-about-the-power-of-introverts/, [] tror inte att Sverige r det ideala landet fr mig. Theyre easily bored by routine and tasks thatrequire attention to detail and have trouble with task-completion. Personality Description: ISFJs are traditional and kind-hearted and place emphasis on maintaining a harmonious and cooperative living environment. So the idea that a country would have a predominant personality preference makes since to me. The family-oriented culture of Italy embraces these values whole-heartedly with a country steeped in history and artistic creativity to boot. ENFPs barf rainbows. Personality Description:INFPs easily adapt to new situations and are flexible and laid-back. Check. Its just not right. This type thrives on hands-on activities and is drawn to extreme sports like heli skiing, skydiving, mountain biking and hang gliding. A friend suggested Bhutan for INFJ its Buddhist like Nepal and Burma (the INFP countries), but has the reputation for being more organized/strict. According to his findings, Americans are hard-working andboisterous extroverts, for example, and Germans are serious, dependable introverts. This type likes to be where the action is and where the party never stops. And about me just caring about extraverts, that is not true! I lived in the US for 12 years. San Francisco barfs rainbows.

But due to ENFPs highly-evolved value systems,this is a rare occurrence. It is true that strangers are not very nice, but friends are for real. 2010 The Thought & Expression Company, LLC. Most of the proofhe offers is based on his personal observations and the opinions of friends and local university exchange students. ISTPs can usually be found dangling from cliffs with a Gopro strapped to their head and complete disregard for the rules strapped to their psyche. Ive heard the same thing about Iceland as well. This impressive Chinese city places the hard-working ESTJ right in the heart of opportunity. They have a natural ability to absorb and analyze large amounts of information and then make quick, often accurate assessments. They often have numerous careers in their lifetimes, which can sometimes cause peopleto seeENFPs as aimless or scattered. Not sure if you are Chinese or have lived there, but you cant really understand a country or the psyche of people with just a casual glance, and listening to comments from friends who have just travelled there. Theyre generous, extremely social and place a high value on their personal relationships. I was thinking myself about how a culture is developed and was putting it together with how people of certain personalities have an affinity for one another. There is a common fairy tale with stupid Honza as a main character: somebody who is modest and underestimated, but in the end proves to be clever and brave. Now Im back in Spain and looking at the map again, because I know I just cant stay here. . It can be argued that cities, like people, all hold distinctive personalities. So how do you know where you [], THis explains why I feel more at home in Ireland than in the USA. Personality Description: ENTPs are quick-thinkers and love to debate. Im currently staying in Singapore for a vacation and contemplating whether Id like to stay here or not. Interesting! Apart from the fact that neither me nor my country fit anywhere I just hate authors who disguise their personal convictions in social theories. India: ISTP + ISTJ. Help! But Czechs are quite roundabout in their talking, for example using negative and conditional clause in suggestions, trying to not be offensive or out of place etc.

I dont belong to this planet. I read somewhere that NZ has the highest proportion of INFJs.

Theyre very sensitive to criticism and can be very hard on themselves when they make mistakes. Ill have to visit there one day. What better a place for this progressive type than the center of the world, New York City? Thats interesting about Czechs placing a lot of importance on ridiculous niceties.

For me, that means: Japan, Cambodia, Thailand, and Bhutan. Collectivistic yet reserved, this type enjoys deep connections with loved ones but takes time to warm up to others which is why the small, remote location of Hawaii suits them perfectly. They are incredibly in tune with their external environment, which means the outdoorsy nature of Capetown appeals to them. INTPS and INTJs we are a minority I guess. Independent, quiet and often private people, ISFPs can be difficult to get to know. Its was OK but I didnt necessarily feel as much of an affinity at home there as I did in Thailand. Central Italy: yes ENFP These are,of course,sweeping generalizations, andthe author is first to admit it.

Personality Description: ENFJs are charming, self-confident, honest and sensitive and have a knack for being able to read people. Without Introverts, there is no society at all. Just be the person youve been waiting for. I suspect most of those unhappy Americans are ESTJs or ISTJs. If theres one thing ENTJs love its getting things done in the most efficient and progressive way possible. Open-mindedness is not a part of our society, were laid back but not open-minded. But its still an interesting theory. No fuss, no muss, no hefty disagreements. As is it, you sound uneducated and daft. Dont worry, I dont either! And Quebec its a quiet place with happy people.

I love this. - Expatlog | Expatlog, Scientists Discover Existence of a Wanderlust Gene, Travel addiction is real! This type thrives on efficiency and progression in the workplace, which means they like to move up quickly. They frequently place the needs of others before their own. Northern Italy: ESTJ As my dear old Dad wouldve said, biggest bunch of bullshit Ive ever heard. Ive always felt like a bit of an outsider in my home country and have wondered ifperhaps the United Statesjust isnta good cultural fit for me. I usually get ENTP. I didnt see the country listed on your post. My friend and I were just talking about all the ESFJ mothers here It is very difficult being an INFP amongst all those ESFJ mothers I want to leave!!! , Im an INFP. I was just thinking this morning that its been a while since your last post. Country Matches: USA, England, Austria, Slovenia, Hungary, Croatia, the Netherlands.

Which Countrys Culture Fits Your Myers Briggs Personality Type? Im just summarizing what he said in his book and as I mentioned before, I happen to think a lot of it is wrong. Everyone could use a book like this at some point in their life. Heather. Saudi Arabia is a very though dictatorship and I am wondering if any personality type can fit there. They want to be on top of all the latest developments and if theres one place where the action never stops, it is in the big apple. France is highly ISFP (throughout its entire history), almost the exact opposite of INTJ. All of which also might be more respectful towards INTJs than a lot of other countries, though Id imagine thats not saying much, since INTJs tend to be outcasts period. I took all my stereotypes and organised them using the mbti!. Sources:Where in the World Do I Belong? Since the beginning of mankind, people have packed up and moved to avoid famine, warfare, religious persecutionor(these days anyway)tanking housing markets. As I am born in Romania and I lived there for a long while, I can say that Romania fit me (I am an ESFP). Sometimes they can come across as overbearing or aggressive but they genuinely love people, are excellent conversationalists and can be quite sentimental at times. Dedicated to your stories and ideas. Czechs often criticize themselves as being jealous of the success of others and too provincial. (?). Being Chinese, and therefore able to understand the language and drawing on observations of my family and friends there, logical (by western standards) is not something I would describe them as. Sign up for the Thought Catalog Weekly and get the best stories from the week to your inbox every Friday. Youve got a sick, sick blog here. Valuing privacy but feeling deeply engaged with the artistic community, INFJs find themselves blending nicely into the cosmopolitan streets of Paris. Hong Kong offers a diverse fusion of the Eastern and Western worlds, with enough food, entertainment, languages, religions, diversity and opportunity to keep the ENTP intellectually stimulated until the end of time. Personality Description: Practical, straight-forward, honest and task-focused,ESTJs are natural-born leaders. As an INFJ I didnt expect to find a country with a high ratio of such, anywhere, which is as understandable as it is for other rarer types ( needle in a hay stack comes to mind ). This type puts a heavy emphasis on aesthetics, which makes the lush backdrop of Honolulu an ideal spot for the artistic ISFP to find inspiration. The historical city of Berlin holds a heavy focus on education, development and intellect, which appeals to the no-nonsense nature of the ISTJ. Furthermore, Confucianism is not as strict and ritualistic and logical as people think it is. Reannon Muth is a full-time writer, social media consultant and owner and manager of the Taken by the Wind travel blog. Im an INFP (a thoughtful, creative introvert whos flexible and laid-back buteasily bored by routine) whereas the predominant personality type in the United States (or at least the one thats favored by society) is ESTJ(extroverted, detail-oriented and practical). This means they have an ideal peer group to share thoughts, ideas and theories with. What do you think? Learn more about working with Thought Catalog.

But still one must distinguish between making assumptions about a persons character based on his nationality vs. regional mentality. Are somepersonality typesmore dominant in certain cultures than in others? There is no shortage of brainpower in the intellectual district of San Francisco, which means the INTP almost never runs out of new ideas to pick apart. With all of the charm but less of the chaos of most Italian cities, Florences delightful streets practically beg for ENFJ invasion. Finally there is a real danger in attempting to determine a countrys personality based on observations at one point in time. There are some good tinkerers, though. But by the way, I forgot to add ENTJ.

Whenlookingfor a retirement destination, for instance,most peoplethink Florida and rarely do they ever consider Lithuainia. The Introverted Traveler http://www.takenbythewind.com/2009/06/26/the-introverted-traveler/, Dear America, Stop Trying to Change Us! Since Im only 11% on the Introverted side, I just use the result from ENTJ for myself.

I think they are more introverted . First of all, people often present a different face to foreigners hence many people have a distorted view of the Chinese after meeting them. Surfing two blocks over? They are extremely thorough and once theyve begun a project, they wont feel satisfied until theyve successfully completed it.

My profile (ISFJ) says I should live in . If theres anything an ISFJ likes its a clean, well-ordered environment where everyone gets along nicely and everything works the way it should. Ive lived all over the U.S. and have not felt at home anywhere. An Italian checking in Well, in my expirience: This innovative type likes to be exactly where the action is, so that they can analyze the action, come up with a more efficient way to harness it and then turn it into a profitable enterprise that they get to take charge of. Small enough to comfort them, wild enough to let them roam free. Outgoing and outspoken, theyre friendly and fun to be around andstrive to create a secure and tradition-basedenvironment for themselves and their families. Which Countrys Culture Fits Your Myers Briggs Personality Type?,Lithuania (as well as Serbia and Afghanistan) is brimming with creative, innovative and outspoken nonconformists. In any case the author is way off base for France and I suspect for many other countries as well.

I too am an INFP who has done a lot of traveling. Personality Description:ENTJs are confident, opinionated, competitive, ambitious and analytical, which is what makes them ideal personalities for leadership roles. Funny because during my 2nd year college days, I took the test with our psychologist and I was the exact opposite.

Mother Theresa was said to have been an ISFJ. Which country best matches your personality. ESerbiaTP. They also have a difficult time saying no to people. Coining itself the Adrenaline capital of the world, Queenstown looks like a giant playground to the sensory-oriented ISTP. In fact, he offers up the theory that every countrys culture has a predominant personality type which coincides with one of the 16 personalities first outlined in thefamous Myers-Briggs personality assessment model. The sprawling city of Hong Kong is as diverse as the ENTPs mind constantly presenting a new opportunity to learn, progress and change. Thrumming with action and adventure, Capetown is the perfect escape for the ever-wired ESTP. Friends talk about real topics, in depth, and it was so good for me to meet people like that. The massive quantity of tech companies and startup businesses in Silicon Valley allows the opportunity for this inquisitive type to thrive. Thanks Reannon!

Seattle itself offers similar contrasts: It is progressive yet secluded, wealthy yet humble and urban yet environmentally conscious.

[] By The Wind also runs down a book, Where in the World Do I Belong?, in which the author applies Myers-Briggs (you know, that []. ENFPs areexcellent verbal communicators andinthe hands ofamanipulativeENFP,this skill can be used toconor deceive people. They prefer the planning-stages of projects. This type doesnt hesitate when it comes to getting things done and they enjoy living in a city that holds the same value. Paris offers an unprecedented combination of class, culture, history and style. | Taken by the Wind Here is the book they refer to (extracts): Where in the world do I belong?? Theyre fondness for rules and procedures, however, can sometimes lead people to see them as insensitive, especially because they tend toapply logic and reason to situations where other peoples feelings are involved. I have been trying to find out more about their Myers Briggs demographic, do you have any information on that, Wow. Im INTJ, but I dont see this article as me not existing. The United States, according to Massey, is my polar opposite and his work would suggest thatperhaps Id be happierin Nepal or Burma.