ISFJs are the guardians of the MBTI. When compared with the enneagram of personality, some identify as the ISFJ 4w5.

In this article, we’ll discuss who the ISFJ 4w5 is and what you can expect from them.

Who is the ISFJ 4w5?

ISFJ 4w5s are independent people with a touch of curiosity. This personality type is more in touch with their feelings and emotions. They are also ready to stand by them. To them, being different or unique is essential.

Type 4 is not a common type for the ISFJ. There’s a high possibility you might be a mistyped INFP 4w5 or INFJ 4w5. You should probably check them out too.

The presence of type 4 and type 5 changes the ISFJ’s typical traits, as we shall soon see.

ISFJ 4w5 has an equal chance of being assertive and turbulent.

What is the Core Desire of the ISFJ 4w5?

The core desire of the ISFJ 4w5 is to be different. While they care about others, they honestly just want to be left alone.

They want to pursue their passions on their terms. Nothing else is acceptable.

What is the Core Fear of the ISFJ 4w5?

The core fear of the ISFJ 4w5 is to be ordinary. While they do not chase fame or popularity, they strive to be different.

Being different can include their beliefs, fashion sense, or creativity.

How the 4w5 Changes Some of the Natural Tendencies of the ISFJ

1.   More Creative

ISFJs are sensors. While everyone is creative, ISFJs prefer to be more practical and pragmatic. This changes in the ISFJ 4w5.

This personality type is more creative. They make better writers, graphic designers, and entertainers.

2.   Rational Feeler

ISFJs are feelers. They make decisions based on their emotions. With the ISFJ 4w5, things are slightly different.

The presence of type 5 as a wing makes them more logical. However, because this is their wing, it is not as pronounced as a typical INFJ.

The stronger their wing, the more pronounced their logical side will be. Ultimately, emotions remain their priority.

3.   More Introverted

ISFJs are extroverted introverts. However, ISFJ 4w5s are different. They are more introverted than typical ISFJs.

This means ISFJ 4w5 craves more alone time. They need this time to pursue their many interests. Because of their wing, they are also interested in academic pursuits.

As you probably know, this usually takes up even more time. When excessive, their alone time can lead to problems as we shall see.

4.   Not So Much of a Guardian

ISFJs are nicknamed the guardians of the MBTI. This is down to how much they care about others.

While this care is also evident in the ISFJ 4w5, this personality type prioritizes their independence. They want to be free from burdens. This means they usually have to step back from saving the world.

5.   More Intuitive

ISFJs are sensors. As earlier stated, this makes them more practical. Being a sensor also means they enjoy dealing with concrete facts and the present.

With ISFJ 4w5, things are different. While being practical still edges it, they are also more intuitive.

So they can see the big picture and enjoy abstract concepts. Because of this, ISFJ 4w5s are more compatible with intuitive types.

6.   Less of a People’s Pleaser

Because of their need to be independent, ISFJ 4w5s are usually under less pressure to please others. They can set firm boundaries and stick to it when necessary.

While the presence of extroverted feeling (Fe) function makes them care, it’s not to the same level as typical ISFJs.

New Weaknesses of the ISFJ 4w5

1.   Complacency

ISFJs are not usually complacent. However, ISFJ 4w5s are more likely to fall into this trap. Type 4 have lower energy. Type 5 spends most of their time in their head.

Thus, you get a personality type who spends a large portion of their day in their heads. This reduces their ability to take action when it matters.

However, because they are ISFJs, it won’t be as pronounced as it should be.

2.   Shame+Fear

Type 4 is in the shame triad, while type 5 is in the fear triad. Thus, ISFJ 4w5s are very conscious of their appearance or self-image.

They strive to avoid public embarrassment or making a bad impression. Because of their wing, they are also fearful.

This fear might not be fear of harm. It can be fear of adventures, money, or something else. The extent to which this applies depends on the strength of their wing.

3.   Self-Absorbed

One of the most significant flaws of type 4 is being self-absorbed. While they genuinely care about others, they often appear overly interested in themselves.

They might also think very highly or lowly of their lives. ISFJ 4w5s believe they are special (this can be in the wrong way).

This can make them seem selfish and egoistic.

4.   Detached

Pursuing their hobbies greatly appeals to type 5. This usually means they spend a lot of time alone. This can make them seem distant to those they care about.

If left unchecked, it can strain their relationship with others. While this is true, their detachment level depends on their wing’s strength.

ISFJ 4w5 in the Workplace

ISFJs prefer careers that allow them to work with clearly defined roles. They prefer to deal with concrete facts and have no problems paying attention to more minor details.

ISFJ 4w5s are different. This personality type prefers to be creative. Because they are ISFJ, they can focus on the small details while staying creative.

Thus, their work usually stands out. To get the best out of the ISFJ 4w5, ensure their role offers them creativity.

Best Careers for the ISFJ 4w5

• Chef
• Graphic Designer
• Writer
• Entertainer
• Photographer
• Interior Decorator
• Fashion Designer
• Doctor
• Nurse
• Copywriter

Worst Careers for the ISFJ 4w5

• Attorney
• Paralegal
• Military
• Law Enforcement
• Sales Representative

Famous/Fictional/Anime Characters that are ISFJ

• Taeyeon
• Maru Mori (Blue Period)
• Violet Markey (All the bright places)
• Lara Jean Covey (To all the boys I’ve loved Before)
• Hannah Washington (Until Dawn)
• Christina Perri
• Jack McPhee (Dawson’s Creek)
• Eureka (Eureka Seven)
• Vincent Sinclair (House of Wax)
• Whip (King of Fighters)
• Fivel Stewart