Avery, The Beautiful Dreamer (ISFP)
Overview
Gentle Averys are easy going, kind-hearted, and possess contagious enthusiasm. Averys are introverted and prefer quiet moments over a DJ concert or food festival. You can catch Averys at a farmer's market or taking a watercolor class in their free-time. Averys are warm, inviting in a soothing gentle way, almost like the human equivalent of a “spa sounds” playlist. Averys are cheery and always willing to share tips, stories, and advice with strangers and friends alike. Avery is an open book.
As The Beautiful Dreamer, her catchphrase might be, “Let’s chill and feed some ducks by the pond while sipping herbal tea.” Maybe it’s not the snappiest or catchiest phrase, but it is definitely peaceful and soothing -- just like Avery.
Averys are lovers of nature, beauty, and balanced aesthetics. She is the kind of person that knows just how to create peace, beauty, and calm. More than anything an Avery wants to find a life and career she can believe in. They make up around 8.8% of the world's population.
Famous ISFPs: Lana Del Rey, Jessica Alba, Joss Stone, Bjork, Elizabeth Taylor, Marilyn Monroe
Strengths
Averys are usually artists at their core. They tend to be super nonjudgemental, but are not afraid to fight for the people and causes they hold near and dear. They will be the first to tell a friend that their dear pet salamanders are lovely and beautiful (which they are!) but will raise their typically gentle tone if someone is trying to advocate a cruel or hateful cause that hurts her or her friends. Averys are the artists everyone needs in their corner; with a strong aesthetic eye, she can turn any old object or plain space into something grand and beautiful. This strong sense of aesthetic rolls over into their personal life as well -- with Averys tending to choose friends who also appreciate the beauty in the little things in life and can find appeal in even the oddest or strangest corners of the world. That’s what makes Averys so important and groundbreaking. Compared to other airy, creative types, Averys tend to be grounded in the present and consider everything with “the now” in mind, which is great for tangible, realistic projects.
They truly believe other people matter and hold themselves to a strong value system that puts others first.
Common Strengths: Creative, Optimistic, Practical, Empathetic, Flexible, Charming, Artistic, Curious
Weaknesses
Averys can be very modest, often underestimating their own abilities. Averys want to create and display beauty, but do not want to be in the spotlight. Averys want their works and observations to speak for themselves. Think more introspective Yayoi Kusama, rather than ostentatious Jeff Koons. However, this can cause Averys to get their credit stolen or have their work misinterpreted. Averys must be able to work on their confidence to approach a crowd or group, even quietly in their own unique way, so that their voice is deservedly heard. They are sometimes oversensitive to criticism.
Averys can also be mistaken as distant, but sometimes they are just trying to be thoughtful and considerate of the people around them. Averys can engage more by trying dreaded small talk before approaching people, so they can stall and gather their more expressive and deeper thoughts in the meantime. Fake it till you make it, and reveal the beauty of the world, Avery!
Common Weaknesses: Unpredictable, Hard to Work With, Too Competitive, Self Esteem Roller Coaster
Romantic Relationships
Averys are dependable, patient partners that love deeply and fully. Averys are always seeking harmony and can be averse to conflict. Averys must try to find a way to express their grievances since relationships cannot be one-sided. In addition, Averys are attracted to their opposites, so it is even more important that an Avery stick up for herself and create healthy boundaries. It would be sad for the quiet optimist in Avery to be stomped out by a controlling or overly dominant partner. Overall, Averys are caring and kind, and finding the right Yin to their Yang will result in a harmonious and fruitful partnership.
Friendships
Averys are as kind and gentle friends as they are partners. Averys love conversations about art, design, nature, and philosophy. Similar to Scouts, they bond easily with people who have a love for the same hands-on arts and crafts that they enjoy themselves. An Avery is quick to make bonds with fellow fans of aesthetic pleasures. “Omg, that abstract piece with the neon sign overlay was out of this world,” is something that not many people can bond over, but Averys have a knack for quietly gathering fellow gentle admirers of aesthetic. Averys are amazing listeners and are the compassionate friends who are always there when you call. Averys are basically the best kind of BFF since they are compassionate, passionate, caring and gentle. Thrill-seeking friends might be bored by Averys, but don’t pass up the opportunity to learn and grow from such a fun and gentle friend.
Career Path & Workplace Habits
Averys love to work in solitude or with tangible projects such as painting, sculpture or interior design. Averys feel most productive when they are in their element, listening to their favorite Spotify playlists while creating something beautiful for their clients. Averys are great to have as freelancers or permanent art directors. However, they work best from home. It would help Averys to try to see how they could benefit from group work more, creating greater opportunities to spread their creations. Averys are valuable positive additions to any team and superb artisans who deserve recognition despite their dislike for the spotlight.
Fun Careers for ISFPs: Artist, Writer, Fashion Designer, Nurse, Chef, Animal Trainer, Interior Designer
