An ISTJ’s word is as good as gold, and they take their vows very seriously. ISTJs are committed and loyal partners. Once they are married, they are very faithful to the relationship. They will fulfill their responsibilities and their roles in lives with unflagging effort. They will make a huge effort to accomplish their goals. So if healthy relationships is one of them, an ISTJ will certainly do everything to encourage and maintain healthy relationships.

ISTJs as Lovers ISTJs will not feel threatened when criticized or facing conflict. They simply believe that their point is the correct one, and that others only need to understand the situation. This transforms conversations into a matter of winning and losing, which creates problems in relationships. Their mates, especially sensitive ones, will think that ISTJs do not respect their opinions. However, the ISTJ will not naturally consider their partners’ feelings. ISTJs need to let their mates hear that they are loved.

ISTJs as Parents

As parents, ISTJs take their roles in the family with a serious attitude and try hard to make their homes run smoothly. They are usually very caring to their children, but they express their love in action rather than words.

ISTJs can feel their deepest feelings, but they do not know how to express it. Although ISTJs have difficulty in showing affection to others, they are able to overcome this because of their strong sense of duty. ISTJs can be caring to people whom they love. They would put in great effort to meet the emotional needs of their friends and family.

ISTJs as Friends

ISTJs are humourous people. As a companion in a family or at work, they are dependable and can be great fun. However, they can also be serious when a solemn attitude is needed. ISTJs do not naturally understand their own feelings and the feelings of others. They have difficulty in expressing their emotions and satisfying their emotional needs. As perfectionists, they tend to take other people’s effort for granted. They should learn to appreciate and praise people once in a while.

In general, an ISTJ will make a wonderful friend who is caring and promotes a lasting relationship and partnership.

In general, ISTJs are filled with potential, effective, hardworking, logical and reasonable individuals, who desire secure and peaceful living. ISTJs has what takes to achieve their goals - whatever they may be.

Produced for Thinkquest Internet Challenge 2000.

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