Each stress type has its own characteristic causes and coping mechanisms. By understanding your own stress causes and coping mechanisms, you can prevent stress, manage it effectively, and maintain a healthy level of stress in school, work, and relationships.
Causes and coping strategies for stress
| type | Causes of stress | Solutions |
| ENTP | I'm trying to do too many things at once and I'm overwhelmed. Impulsive energy can ignore reality. - It's difficult to set priorities. - Unable to complete tasks - Ignoring individual physical needs | - Say "no" to several projects - Dealing with difficulties with impulsive energy Set priorities Learn how to complete a project. - You need to pay attention to your own physical needs. |
| ENTJ | - Dissatisfaction with people who don't meet deadlines - Anxiety about not following a well-designed plan - Excessive pressure is placed on oneself and others. - Making hasty decisions without sufficient information - Indifference to the early symptoms of stress | - Use quick thinking and assertiveness to encourage adherence to plans and meeting deadlines. Give space to others - Reconsidering the decision and gathering further information - Instead of pointing out mistakes, listen to the opinions of others. Plan time for recreation. |
| ENFP | They are trying to do "everything". - Don't force yourself to search - Don't overexert yourself - Too assertive • Physical problems • Incomplete tasks | Learn to say "No" Setting priorities • Use your time wisely and systematically Adapting to change Find time to be alone • Addressing physical needs |
| ENFJ | ・ Compassion for others - On idealizing others - Overreacting to others Social activities can sometimes clash with work. - Trying to meet the expectations of others | ・Do things for yourself Set realistic expectations. - Try to understand, try to forgive Reduce social interaction: Make time for work Spending time with beloved friends and supportive friends |
| ESTP | - Irrelevant abstract theories and discussions - Too blunt and critical - Acting hastily without considering the impact on others. • Clear direction - Sometimes, I get so engrossed in my activities that I neglect my studies. | - Reduce stress by exercising. - Develop the ability to be quick-witted and understand others' feelings. Before taking action to slow down, consider the pros and cons. I like taking risks and having new experiences to relieve tension. • Spontaneous and highly adaptable |
| ESTJ | - Making decisions too hastily - Holding onto bad choices for a long time Criticizing others without considering the consequences • Inefficiency of the group - Dissatisfaction with others being meaningless | Take more time to make decisions. Consider more options. • More flexible development - A balance between expressing criticism and gratitude ・Organize and decide Lowering expectations of others can reduce frustration. |
| ESFP | - Too focused on theory, making it boring - Concerns about close relationships • The number of social interactions Transactions that do not carefully consider the options - Spending too much time having fun | - Not only act, but also try to understand - Focus on many friends - Balancing work and play - They are skilled at adapting existing rules to avoid setbacks. Probably the final learning |
| ESFJ | • Sensitive to the indifference of others • High expectations of others in order to perform at 100% There are too many "shoulds" - Taking care of others while ignoring one's own needs Helping someone before you even know what they need | - Originally, they tend to rely on family and friends. Others should not have the same high expectations. Practice tolerance Pay close attention to yourself. Before offering help, ask what the other person needs. |
| INTP | - Insufficient social support - Lack of attention to detail and finish - Indifferent to the feelings of others I'm so engrossed in my work that I don't have enough time for relaxation or leisure. - Over-prepared, resulting in a low level of completion | - Strengthening support groups - Can naturally adapt to external pressures ・Value not only logic, but also the feelings of others and yourself. You must learn to take breaks to allow your body to move. - Set a time limit for preparation and ensure sufficient time is allocated. |
| INTJ | - Working hours are too long - Too neat and tidy. Areas for improvement. - Making others uncomfortable with criticism or a rude attitude • Aim to master all areas, subjects, and key points. - You may not be able to share your emotions with others. | - You will be able to do it in a relaxed state ・Quickly organize things and take action - Develop the ability to express gratitude and understand the feelings of others. - Prioritize learning areas. Set time limits. - Involving others in one's personal life |
| INFP | - Disappointing ideals - Feeling of inadequacy Lack of assertiveness • The difficulty of time management - Project completion delays | - Finding a way to express my ideals • Believe in positive feedback - You will be able to assert yourself. - Develop time management skills - Handing over an unfinished project |
| INFJ | - To achieve one's purpose from the heart - Setting your goals too high - Unspoken expectations of others - They have weak ideals and criticize others. - Difficulty following other people's rules and instructions. | Believe in your own vision and values. Set realistic goals for yourself. - Clearly define your expectations of others. Learn to ask for and give criticism more frequently. - Compromise and follow the rules and instructions |
| ISTP | Keep your important feelings inside. - Underestimate the time required for the project. Colleagues feel rejected if their logic isn't clear. - Not showing gratitude and being ostracized by others The difficulty of finding the fundamental meaning. | - Have friends participate in the activity and share their ideas. Think carefully before acting. Allow sufficient time. - Show the other person what you like, what interests you, and what projects you are interested in. Stay calm even in times of crisis. Find a way to succeed without being bound by the rules. |
| ISTJ | - Supervision of long-term plans - Too much of a perfectionist when it comes to small details I have too much work and not enough fun. | ・Make a long-term plan Take a step back and get an overview. • Make time for relaxation and enjoyment |
| ISFP | - They don't share deep emotions with each other. - Make what the other person is good at seem natural - Underestimate oneself and underestimate one's own talents. ・Inferiority | ・Confide your feelings to a close friend - Evaluate and praise your own achievements. - You will be able to assert yourself. |
| ISFJ | Lack of assertiveness Lack of confidence It is underestimated because it is too quiet. I can't get away from my friends. - Repeatedly saying "Yes" | • Develop assertiveness Have confidence Tell me more Trust your intuition and imagination. - You will be able to say no. |
The fourth function (inferior function) under stress
| type | Fourth function | How it appears under stress |
| ESTJ ENTJ | Introverted feelings | Hypersensitivity; emotional outbursts |
| ESFJ ENFJ | introverted thinking | Excessive criticism; twisted logic |
| ESTP ESFP | Introverted Intuition | Internal turmoil; a grand vision |
| ENTP ENFP | Introverted sensing | Detachment and attachment; focusing on the body |
| INTJ INFJ | Extroverted sensing | Indulging in sensual pleasure. An obsession with external data. |
| ISTJ ISFJ | Extroverted Intuition | Impulsivity; catastrophic |
| ISTP INTP | Extroverted feelings | Hypersensitivity to relationships; being overly emotional. |
| ISFP INFP | extraverted thinking | Combatant criticism; impulsive behavior |


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