INTP to INTP Relationships

[Duxwing]

@Auburn
@PhoenixRising

*huge smile* *laughs* I never said that having children was a good idea! I was just explaining how to get around infertility.

And I wonder why you both responded to the children quote in the exact same way-- almost as if you'd talked to each other about it before *raises eyebrows*-- when I was talking only to PhoenixRising...

-Duxwing

 

[PhoenixRising]

*sigh* too much drama ..

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This thread started out with my desire to understand the compatibility of same-type relationships, specifically those between psychic twins or as I called them parallels. My entire life, I had the intuitive notion that the perfect match for me would be my parallel (the male form of me). The questions put forth in my original post were based on what I had thought the interaction would be like. I was attempting to gather information to support my theory.

I didn't expect that this post would lead to me meeting my parallel (or even prove of their existence); but Auburn showed up and had the exact same theory and desire for a parallel compatibility. The similarity is striking, our world views and beliefs aligned to 98% initially, and we had precisely the same way of looking at and feeling the world, the same observations and theories. In fact it goes as far as the same likes and dislikes in music, art, interests, hobbies, foods, etc.

Yet, we were raised in completely different cultures, in different environments, with different 'nurture' input. This supports another of our theories, that one's mind is mainly derived from an intrinsic pattern (in genetics) that expresses itself in a mathematical way. Functions are likely just part of the highly complex system that creates the reality of the human mind. That is a vague description.. but I would like to write a paper specifically on this topic later, once we have gathered more objective information.

Upon meeting Auburn, all of my questions were answered affirmatively. The basis for compatibility does seem to be likeness rather than opposing traits. The more alike two people are, the greater the affinity, ability to collaborate, and the potential for mutual growth. It's a no-compromise arrangement, both individuals can simply be themselves and do whatever they feel like doing while simultaneously contributing to the self actualization of their partner. This leads to a enormous amount of personal growth based on a "mirror-to-mirror" feedback effect.

I can now confirm that duplicates of people do exist, and that their nature is not gender-specific. It is likely that most people have at least one psychic twin, however at this time I have no objective proof to back such a claim.

So.. this is the experiment from which all other of our experiments spring. (hope that answers the question without providing too much information >.>)

 

[octopuses]

Hi, I'm new here and this is my first non-introductory post! My friend took the test and at first she scored ENTP (a couple of years ago) and just recently retook it and scored INTP. She is not as shy as other INTPs which might be why she can be seen as extroverted. But she is definitely an introvert.

1. What is your relationship with the other INTP(s) you are writing about?
My friend of 8 years, we met in gym class when I was 13. I knew of her through mutual friends and I saw she was wearing a John Lennon shirt. So I asked her, "Do you like John Lennon?" she said, "No." I was taken aback because I did not expect that answer and I think we became friends after that haha.

2. How quickly did you get to know each other? Was your connection instant or did it take time to develop?
We didn't really have a getting to know you type of conversation, we just hit it off by making jokes together/trying not to be bored during gym. I would say the connection was pretty instant, we just seemed to get along well.

3. How well do you get along with them? If you do have disagreements, how do you go about resolving them?
Haha well, I guess I just answered that. We definitely have disagreements but we never really offend each other. We debate alot and sometimes when one of us gets passionate, the other one is good at staying calm and objective. I feel like I can see where she is coming from, I never have to prove to her that I'm more right about something.

4. Do you feel more or less comfortable with them than other people?
Very comfortable. Our relationship is easy, I don't have to filter myself or fear that I will be misunderstood.

5. Do you have some of the same interests? If so, do you spend time together pursuing these interests?
Yes, pretty much anything we do together we're both interested in. Most of the time we just have abstract conversations and make each other laugh. She has even stated that when we hang out she never has to think of ways to keep us entertained. We also have outside interests too but we pursue these on our own time or with other people.

6. Is it easier to communicate with them than with other people?
Yes!

7. Do you seem to have a "telepathic" communication with them? Such as, you know what they mean without having to speak, or you know if something has happened to them even from far away?
No, not really.

8. Do you consider them a "kindred spirit" or "soul mate"?
I definitely consider her a kindred spirit. I am straight and she is bi and in a relationship with a (possible ENTJ) girl right now. I get the suspicion that she is attracted to me but she values our friendship alot. I think it causes some tension between me and her girlfriend though.

9. Do you find that you love them more or are closer to them than other people?
Yes.

I had fun filling this out, it was very enlightening! For awhile I was thinking that she might be an INFP but these questions made me realize she is more likely an INTP. We also took the enneagram test and I scored 5w4 and she scored 4w3 (but I suspect she is probably a 4w5). I think this explains why I feel like we're two different types of INTPs.

 

[Architect]

Yes, you can make it too, Architect! you're still fresh!
I shall visit you one day, wearing a Neo suit and black glasses..

I hope so!

 

[Duxwing]

*sigh* too much drama ..

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

This thread started out with my desire to understand the compatibility of same-type relationships, specifically those between psychic twins or as I called them parallels. My entire life, I had the intuitive notion that the perfect match for me would be my parallel (the male form of me). The questions put forth in my original post were based on what I had thought the interaction would be like. I was attempting to gather information to support my theory.

I didn't expect that this post would lead to me meeting my parallel (or even prove of their existence); but Auburn showed up and had the exact same theory and desire for a parallel compatibility. The similarity is striking, our world views and beliefs aligned to 98% initially, and we had precisely the same way of looking at and feeling the world, the same observations and theories. In fact it goes as far as the same likes and dislikes in music, art, interests, hobbies, foods, etc.

Yet, we were raised in completely different cultures, in different environments, with different 'nurture' input. This supports another of our theories, that one's mind is mainly derived from an intrinsic pattern (in genetics) that expresses itself in a mathematical way. Functions are likely just part of the highly complex system that creates the reality of the human mind. That is a vague description.. but I would like to write a paper specifically on this topic later, once we have gathered more objective information.

Upon meeting Auburn, all of my questions were answered affirmatively. The basis for compatibility does seem to be likeness rather than opposing traits. The more alike two people are, the greater the affinity, ability to collaborate, and the potential for mutual growth. It's a no-compromise arrangement, both individuals can simply be themselves and do whatever they feel like doing while simultaneously contributing to the self actualization of their partner. This leads to a enormous amount of personal growth based on a "mirror-to-mirror" feedback effect.

I can now confirm that duplicates of people do exist, and that their nature is not gender-specific. It is likely that most people have at least one psychic twin, however at this time I have no objective proof to back such a claim.

So.. this is the experiment from which all other of our experiments spring. (hope that answers the question without providing too much information >.>)

How long have you two been together?

-Duxwing

 

[Abe]

I've only ever met one other INTP(that I know of) and I know this because she was exactly like me. I had always wanted to be close to her and felt a strong connection because we were so similar, but then she became jealous of my boyfriend and it went downhill from there. I ended up hating this girl, but whenever we had any kind of passive aggressive fight, it would always be a stalemate because we knew what the other was going to do and how they would react.
So now we hate eachother. But it makes sense considering you usually either develop a strong connection to those similar to you, or hate them.

 

[Cleopatra Selene II]

I only know of one other INTP

1. He is a good friend at the least and may possibly turn into my boyfriend (we like each other but have never done anything about it).

2. I have gotten to know him for a bit over a year. Our connection was instant and I have never had a friendship develop this fast.

3. I get along with him really well. If we have disagreements we settle them maturely and quickly. We are accepting of each other's differences.

4. I feel way more comfortable with him than with other people. It took me six years to open up to my one friend and to show them my silly side but it took me only weeks to show my silly side to him. We are both eccentric and silly with each other and we don't judge each other for it. We can be ourselves with each other. I guess I can open up to him and show him my true self more than I can with my family.

5. We have a lot of the same interests. We actually got to know each other through robotics club and spend most of our time together there. We also both like science and nerd stuff. We both read the same book series. We both like spending time outdoors and like fishing/camping/swimming.

6. It is much easier to communicate with him than with people of a different type. We both are blunt and sarcastic so we understand what we are saying more than most people can. We both have similar thinking processes so we can say unfiltered thoughts and have the other person understand us. Also, we share a lot of the same random fact knowledge and fandom references so we don't have to explain anything to the other person. The only friction that occurred is when he would try to initiate physical contact (hugs, handshakes, put his feet on me) but I am uncomfortable with it so I would back away. He has left me alone though after I showed discomfort and has respected me and asks before touching me.

7. We do have a bit of a "telepathic" connection and we don't have to speak to understand each other. We just can look at each other and understand what the other person is thinking. We can also communicate with our eyes and facial expressions well. Also, we can be talking and say the exact same thing at the exact same time. We can also be thinking for a while and one person starts a conversation about what the other person was thinking about almost like we were reading each other's mind.

8. I consider him to be a kindred spirit. We are like two aliens from the same planet sent here to mingle among humans who don't understand us. It is kind of a safe haven to be able to be with someone you don't have to "chameleon" to and who understands you and accepts you for who you are. This is especially true where we live because we are probably the only two teenage INTPs within thirty miles.

9. I am closer to him than I am with most people. I trust him more than I do most people. I opened up to him more than I probably opened up to anyone else in my life. When my mom died, he was one of the only people who was there for me (my best friend at the time ignored me) and contrary to INTP stereotypes, he has been compassionate and empathetic.