The ENXP personality type is mentioned frequently in the MBTI community. Wondering who they are?

This article discusses the ENXP personality type and the signs that you might be one.

Who is an ENXP?

The ENXP personality type refers to personalities that use extroversion, intuition (N), and perceiving (P) functions. It can also be described as MBTI personalities with extroverted intuition (Ne) as their leading function.

Thus, two MBTI types fall into this category. They are the ENFP and ENTP. It’s easy to see why one might believe they’re an ENXP type.

ENFPs and ENTPs have so many similarities. For example, because they both lead with Ne, they are scatterbrained and are open to endless possibilities.

ENXP personality types have certain traits that are integral to their personality. Let’s see some of them.

8 ENXP Personality Traits that are Undeniable

1.   Endless Ideas and Possibilities

As earlier stated, ENXP uses Ne. Thus, they can quickly express themselves. That’s not all. They also have many ideas and can see endless possibilities.

While these ideas might be raw or not fully formed, they are usually the start of a great project or adventure.

ENXP types are at their creative best when thinking outside the box.

2.   Contagious Optimism

ENXPs are blessed with confidence and charisma. This makes them optimistic about the future and their abilities.

Their optimism can easily spread to their friends and loved ones. They are good motivators and are usually a breath of fresh air to their colleagues.

3.   Spontaneous

ENXPs love making decisions on the go. Because of their perceiving function, they are more flexible. This makes them spontaneous. ENXPs are naturally curious.

Thus, they enjoy learning about new things and going on adventures. This makes their lives more colorful

4.   Impulsive

This follows the last point. Because they are so spontaneous, it also means there’s impulsiveness there too.

ENXPs can make huge decisions on a whim. Most times, these decisions have a lot of impact on their lives. Their impulsive nature might also see their finances suffer.

5.   Love Languages

ENXPs’ way of showing love is also similar. Words of affirmation, physical touch, and quality time are usually in their top 3 (in no particular order).

So, they want your time, intimacy, and reassurance as their partner. Give them these three things, and they’ll be at their best.

6.   Future-Oriented

ENXPs are intuitive. Thus, most of their thoughts are focused on the future. This also affects their conversations with others. They want to talk about future plans and goals.

While there are a lot of benefits to this, it also has its downsides. ENXPs are usually unable to enjoy the present mood. Their mood is dictated by how well they think the future will be.

7.   Vivid Imagination

This follows the last point. Because they are so focused on the future, they usually have vivid imaginations. They know how they want the future to look because of their imaginations.

Because they are imaginative, there is some level of idealism in both ENTPs and ENFPs. These types want the world to look just how they imagined it.

Sadly, it doesn’t always happen this way.

8.   Introverted Extroverts

ENXPs usually identify as ambiverts or introverted extroverts. This means that while they are extroverts, they crave a lot of alone time.

This allows them to be the best version of themselves. ENFP and ENTP are the most introverted extroverts in the MBTI.

Figuring Out Your Exact Personality Type

So, you figured out that you’re an ENXP. However, you want to know your exact MBTI type. Here are some things that can help you figure it out.

Cognitive Functions

Cognitive functions are super important to pinpointing your MBTI type. While ENFP and ENTP might have so many similarities on the surface, they are very different. The similarities really do end with Ne.

For example, ENFPs use Fi as their auxiliary function, while ENTPs use Ti. So for the ENFPs, any idea or possibility is passed through their internal value or moral compass before they act on it.

ENTPs, on the other hand, test their idea to see if it makes sense logically. Their 3rd and 4th functions are also different.

So, take your time and learn more about the ENFP and ENTP’s cognitive functions.

MBTI Tests

Another great way to learn more is by taking an MBTI test. However, most tests are notoriously inaccurate.

You’re better off taking the test and using it as a platform to understand yourself better through research.

You can also increase your chances of getting an accurate result by answering the questions according to how you are and not what you want to be.

Enneagram Type

Knowing the likely enneagram types for each MBTI type can also help. For example, ENTPs usually identify as type 7, type 8, type 3, or type 5.

However, ENFPs are usually type 7, type 4, type 1, or type 9. This can further cement your convictions.