Should I Get a Tattoo Based on My MBTI Personality?

Tattoos, be they done on a whim or after some intense thought, are indeed the products of your personality. While it can be argued that all tattoos are based on you and things you hold dear, you may be pondering getting a tattoo that is based solely on your personality. Should you do it? Of course! The kind of person you are, the elements of your nature—these things can create a truly mesmerizing tattoo. Let’s take a look at personality types and how these personalities can help you come up with a tattoo idea as unique as you.

Consider The Myers-Briggs Personality System

The Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator is a system designed by Isabel Myers and Katherine Briggs. The mother-daughter duo had worked extensively with Carl Jung’s personality theory and created a questionnaire that served as a self-reporting inventory that categorized people based on their responses. To this day, the MBTI is used to help people understand their personalities, strengths and weaknesses.

The MBTI focuses on several traits:

Extraversion
Introversion
Sensing
Intuition
Feeling
Thinking
Perceiving
Judging

According to the Myers-Briggs system, a person’s personality is made up of four of these traits. For example, a person who is classified as an INTP is someone with high levels of introversion, intuition, thinking, and perception. Meanwhile, someone classified as an ESFJ is going to display extroversion, sensing, feeling, and judging.

Consider taking the MBTI quiz to see your personality. Once you have it, you may formulate some ideas for your personality-inspired tattoo.

Examples of Myers-Briggs Inspired Tattoos

Here is a list of the MBTI personality types, some traits, and several tattoo idea suggestions for you to customize as you see fit:

ISTJ

Known as the inspector, this personality is traditional, orderly, and reserved. For the ISTJ, a coat of arms or a straight blade would make a wonderful tattoo, as both are traditional and dependable.

ISTP

The personality that loves adventure, independence, and hands-on activities. They also love practicality and efficiency. Since there is a high chance that the ISTP loves things related to STEM, consider mathematical or scientific formulas done in an elegant script.

ISFP

Artistic, easy-going, and flexible, these are often introverts who are highly creative. The ISFP also loves having space to be themselves. Consider space- or time-themed tattoos, such as planets or intricate watches.

ISFJ

Dedicated and warm, these loyal people love their friends and family above all else. Being that the ISFJ is committed to the people in their lives, tattoos revolving around loyalty, compassion, and love—such a meaningful quote or memorial tattoo—are wonderful choices.

INFP

Known as the mediator, the INFP is an idealistic individual who is imaginative and strives for progress. Philosopher-inspired tattoos, such as a memorial tattoo of Plato or Aristotle, or even quotes from Alan Watts, make for creative designs.

INFJ

Considered one of the rarest types, this creative yet logical individual is known for high rates of empathy. The INFJ is insightful and tunes into what motivates other people. As such, symbols of ideas and thought, such as thought bubbles, light bulbs, arrows, and lightning bolts done in a minimalist style are a good place to start with getting inked.

INTP

Called the thinker, INTPs are often caught in their rich inner worlds. That said, the INTP is interested most in theory and their areas of interest. Circuit boards and other technology-inspired tattoos may be a good place to begin when considering a INTP-based design.

INTJ

Logical and analytical, people with this personality type are natural born problem solvers. In other words, the INTJ has an entrepreneurial spirit. For such a personality, patterns, motivational quotes or words, and symbols of creativity, like the ouroboros or moon phases, can be an interesting tattoo for the INTJ.

ESTP

These individuals are outgoing, energetic, and known for being highly persuasive. They focus on seizing the day. Being that ESTPs love being spontaneous, consider symbols of such a trait, such as ΔG (for those who love science and mathematics), a parachute, fireworks, or even sunshine.

ESFP

Spontaneous and dynamic, many performers have this personality type. ESFPs are, in short, lovers of entertainment and people. As such, your tattoo should reflect one or both of those things. If you are musician, get your favorite instrument tattooed. Similarly, a unique representation of your friends or your family would make for a creative design.

ESTJ

Rule-oriented, practical, and assertive, these people are natural leaders and tend to take control of situations. ESTJs also love information, learning, and passing on that knowledge to others. Consider quotes from your favorite books or something fierce, like a tiger, lightning bolt, or dragon as your next tattoo.

ESFJ

Soft-handed and extroverted, the ESFJ individual sees people as the best versions of themselves and tends to take on caregiving roles. For the ESFJ who loves feminine designs, the classic bouquet of your favorite flowers is a tattoo that you are sure to love. If flowers aren’t your thing, watercolor images using warm colors are a good place to begin when brainstorming your personality-inspired tattoo.

ENFP

Charismatic and exuberant, this person is a champion who knows how to get themselves out of complex challenges with ease. ENFPs are also warm people who deserve affirmation. Thus, you may want to get words of affirmation inked onto your forearm where you could see it every day. Another option would be complex designs that hint to your expansive imagination.

ENFJ

Similar to the INFJ but more extroverted, these people are sensitive and loyal and have a tendency to be very generous. You could say these people where their hearts on their sleeve. As such, it’s probably no surprise that a heart-themed tattoo is ideal for you!

ENTJ

Known as the commander, these extroverts are organizers and planners who display high levels of confidence. Consider getting inked with dates that are special to you. Other images of force and power are weapons and warriors, such as a samurai or a gladiator.

ENTP

A born debater, the ENTP loves starting projects and being surrounded by novel ideas. However, they struggle to finish what they start. For the ENTP, eagles, horses, cats, and wolves are all symbols of your independent and intrepid personality.

Thinking About Getting Inked? Contact Oracle Tattoo Gallery Today!

Feeling inspired by your personality yet? If you have been wondering about getting an MBTI-based tattoo, be sure to use this article for some ideas. The options are limitless. When you are ready to get your first or next tattoo, consider scheduling a consultation with Oracle Tattoo Gallery of Bensalem, PA today by calling 215-638-1601 or filling out the online form. Our artists create incredible custom designs. We can’t wait to hear about your idea.