"Theme is protecting and caretaking, making sure their charges are safe from harm. Talents lie in making sure everything is taken care of so others can succeed and accomplish their goals. Desiring to serve individual needs, often work long hours. Quietly friendly, respectful, unassuming. Thrive on serving quietly without fanfare. Devoted to doing whatever is necessary to ensure shelter and safety, warning about pitfalls and dangers and supporting along the way." ¹

       "Quiet friendly, responsible, and conscientious. Work devotedly to meet their obligations. Lend stability to any project or group. Thorough, painstaking, accurate. Their interests are usually not technical. Can be patient with necessary details. Loyal, considerate, perceptive, concerned with how other people feel." ²

       "ISFJs take their energy from the inner world of thoughts and ideas. They prefer dealing with facts and people, and making decisions on the basis of personal values. Their life is organized on a personal basis, seeking to enjoy relationships with people they likes. They are quiet, serious observers of people, and are both conscientious and loyal. They prefer work that involves being of practical service to people. They are often concerned for and perceptive of how other people feel and dislikes confrontation and conflict.
       ISFJs are sympathetic, loyal, considerate, and conscientious. They will go to any amount of trouble, when it makes sense to them, to help those in need. They operate most comfortably in situations where rules are well defined and where traditions are to be upheld. They focus on providing practical help and services for others and for organizations they serve. They are often self-effacing in getting the job done, and they are willing to make necessary sacrifices, especially for their families. They are at their best quietly providing assistance and making sure things are in proper order. " ³

       "For ISFJs the dominant quality in their lives is an abiding respect and sense of personal responsibility for doing what needs to be done in the here-and-now. Actions that are of practical help to others are of particular importance to ISFJs. Their realism, organizing abilities, and command of the facts lead to their thorough attention in completing tasks. ISFJs bring an aura of quiet warmth, caring, and dependability to all that they do; they take their work seriously and believe others should do so as well." ⁴

       "ISFJs direct their energy towards the inner world of thoughts and emotions. They try to clarify ideas and information, particularly when it relates to people and important relationships. They are quiet, serious observers of people, and are often both conscientious and loyal." ⁵

       "The theme is protecting. They are unassuming, polite and tremendously devoted. Quiet and conscientious. Loyal and devoted workers. Sympathetic listeners. Dependable and responsible. Work independently in support of team efforts." ⁶

       "Quiet, private and modest. Hard working, conscientious and serious. Gentle, thoughtful and sensitive. Careful dressers with an eye for color and comfort. Tips for communicating with ISFJ. Speak clearly and slowly; respect their privacy. Be explicit and map out the steps and details of your ideas. Honor your commitments and be prompt and thoughtful." (7)

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