Here’s How Easily You Admit Defeat, Based on Your Personality Type

Some people find it rather difficult to admit defeat, and might even keep fighting to make things work long after it has fallen apart. While there are people who can accept when they have been defeated, others find this to be far too difficult. Here is how easily you admit defeat, based on your personality type.

 

INFJ

INFJs can actually feel a bit defeated when something doesn’t go their way, and are definitely capable of accepting it. The struggle is dealing with the aftermath when they have failed at something. When the INFJ feels defeated they can struggle to really deal with it, and will likely be very hard on themselves. They are strong-willed people who will push to complete something, but they are aware when they have been beaten. INFJs aren’t incapable of accepting defeat when that is the right move, they simply struggle to stop blaming themselves when this occurs.

ENFJ

ENFJs do actually have a hard time admitting defeat, especially since they are such perfectionists. They will often push through these situations in an attempt to fix whatever went wrong. While ENFJs don’t like being sore losers, they simply don’t like losing in the first place. They work hard to accomplish their goals and can sometimes strive for a sense of perfection. When the ENFJ is losing at something and truly needs to accept defeat, this can be difficult for them to face. They want to be capable of living up to their expectations, as well as the expectations of their loved ones.

INFP

INFPs don’t mind admitting defeat when it feels like the right thing to do. For them it is often more of a learning experience and they don’t necessarily see it as a failure when things don’t go as planned. They can be hard on themselves sometimes, but often this happens when they feel pressure from others. INFPs don’t have some idea in their minds that they need to win at everything, and are capable of moving on. When something does not feel right they can accept it and move onto something that is more fitting for them.

ENFP

ENFPs can have a hard time admitting defeat, especially in a more competitive setting. ENFPs don’t like being viewed as failures, and so sometimes admitting to defeat can be a bit too much for them to handle. They don’t mind moving on when they become bored of something, but at the same time they might use this as an excuse to refuse admitting defeat. They do try to handle failures as best they can, and turn them into learning experiences. ENFPs just keep themselves moving when this occurs and try to distract themselves with new endeavors.

 

INTJ

INTJs don’t like accepting defeat, they often attempt to find a way to avoid this entirely. Even when it seems that something isn’t going their way, the INTJ will work hard to fix this situation. INTJs don’t like admitting defeat, since they will often see this as giving up and that isn’t something they are comfortable with. INTJs want to push themselves to work around something that isn’t going their way, especially if they see it as a possibility. When they realize that fixing the problem isn’t possible or logical, then they are capable of admitting defeat in some ways. For them it is more about making the choice to end a situation and move towards something more appropriate.

ENTJ

ENTJs don’t admit defeat easily, instead they strive to push past any struggles they are experiencing. They don’t like allowing these things to take them down, instead they want to work even harder to fix it. ENTJs don’t like giving up unless they believe it is the right thing to do. They will try to be as logical about the situation as possible, and will only admit defeat when it seems completely inevitable. ENTJs usually prefer to focus on improving the situation and growing their skills enough to avoid the defeat or failure entirely.

INTP

INTPs don’t like admitting defeat, but they are capable of it when the situation calls for it. They will try to adjust their behavior or work hard to find the most logical solution to the situation. If the INTP can logically see that they aren’t capable of making the situation better, then they will admit defeat. They try to approach things logically, and when they need to move forward they can. INTPs become bored rather easily and can sometimes find themselves letting go of certain projects anyways, since they want to move onto something new.

ENTP

ENTPs don’t like admitting defeat, and so this doesn’t happen easily or hastily. They prefer to be sure about a situation before moving on, and want to know that they are making the right decision. ENTPs find themselves getting bored rather easily, but often a challenge will make them even more intrigued by the situation. If a project is too easy that is often when they are likely to move on, but something that seems like it requires change or adjustments will actually be a bit more intriguing for them.

 

ISTJ

ISTJs don’t admit defeat easily, instead they push themselves to improve and fix the problem at hand. They are very focused people who don’t want to give up on their goals. They are also very practical and this makes them capable of admitting defeat when it is the most reasonable thing to do. ISTJs don’t back down when they need to push harder, but they know how to evaluate the situation and figure out the smartest position to take.

ESTJ

ESTJs don’t admit defeat easily, or even at all really. They prefer to push themselves to improve and fix the situation, instead of just backing down. ESTJs don’t like accepting any kind of failure and can be truly hard on themselves. They believe in doing whatever they can to be efficient and to accomplish all of their goals. ESTJs will struggle to really admit defeat, or even accept it, and instead they want to find a way to overcome it.

ISFJ

ISFJs don’t like having to admit defeat, especially if it negatively affects their loved ones. They want to do whatever they can to provide for them, and become truly upset if they feel like they are failing. ISFJs want to do whatever it takes to make their loved ones happy, and so admitting defeat can feel like too much of a failure in some situations. If they need to admit defeat in order to move forward and do what is right, they are capable of humbling themselves.

ESFJ

ESFJs don’t like admitting defeat, and can sometimes avoid doing this entirely. If something seems dismal they will often push themselves in order to find a solution. They need to take care of their loved ones and won’t allow things to fall apart for them. ESFJs don’t like the idea of accepting failures, instead they want to find a way to make things right and fix the problem at hand. If they realize there is no way to fix the problem they will accept their failures, but most of the time ESFJs don’t like giving up.

 

ISTP

ISTPs can admit defeat if it seems like the most logical action. They are practical people who want to follow what makes the most sense and feels right for them. They don’t continue to push something that is clearly dead and requires them to move on. ISTPs are focused people who can solve problems rather well, but when something clearly cannot be fixed they aren’t like to push it any further. ISTPs aren’t afraid of admitting defeat, not when they need to.

ESTP

ESTPs can admit defeat when it is too late to fix the situation, and will simply try to move on. They focus on the moment and do whatever it takes to make things work. ESTPs won’t just give up on something that is important to them, but they know that sometimes admitting defeat is necessary. ESTPs can move on when that is the logical choice, and won’t try to stay stuck on something that doesn’t work any longer.

ISFP

ISFPs can admit defeat when they need to, and so they aren’t afraid of moving on. They follow their heart and do what is right for them in the present moment. ISFPs don’t want to get hung up on something that just isn’t working for them any longer, and so they can admit defeat if it makes the most sense for them. While ISFPs don’t like giving up, they are capable of moving on and letting go in the right situation.

ESFP

ESFPs can admit defeat when it feels like the right thing in the present moment. They don’t like allowing things to hold them back, so they can let go of something that just isn’t working right for them. ESFPs admit defeat when they need to move on from a situation or task, and will try their best not to let this bother them for too long. They focus so much on the present and simply want to seek out the things that fulfill them.

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