Things you LOVE when you’re an ISTP 

Pro Tip: If ISTPs can be supplied with food at periodic intervals whilst working alone, that will go down well with them.

I really like how you talk about ISTPs as people with a full function stack that starts with Ti and includes Fe. Most 16 Personalities people treat ISTPs as nothing more than mechanics at best and professional killer sociopaths at worst…

I am a solid ISTP and relate to everything you said. When I learn something new, I want to be the master of it, not just okay at it. One pet peeve of mine is when people constantly ask how to do something on the computer when they can find the answers themselves. Ask me once, okay. Ask me the same question again a week later? Not okay. Don’t waste my time.

I’ve always been autodidact with things that get my attention, I’ve learned to draw, play the guitar and the keyboard, but when I started to attend to classes it kind of lost that sense of joy a bit. Very accurate video well done !

I agree! I think ISTP's are underrated in the intellectual department. In our family, my ISTP dad is the one most into philosophy, a "N" sort of interest. Whilst my ENFJ sister and my INFP self are definitely into it, my dad takes it on a whole another level.

As an ISTP, I approve of this message. Well done, you certainly did your homework on this one! Pretty much spot on, it's kinda like you've been taking notes on me the last decade or two.

Please make more ISTP content! You're the best.

This is one of the most accurate descriptions of us ISTPs and condenses a lot of the insights and discoveries I’ve made about myself over the last couple of months. There are a few other good descriptions out there, but not many get that intuitive side quite right. We can't just cope with intuitive or abstract concepts, the Ni actually plays a big role in our thinking process. And that „Mastery and Freedom“ section about our motivations is not something I’ve heard anywhere else but it's so true.

as an istp I quit smoking after 4 years bc I was no longer feeling free

As an ISTP who was mistyped as a INTP for a long time. I appreciate this video! That Ti to Ni graphic was briefly shown, but means so much to understanding an ISTP experience

You make such good content and knows the ISTPs and i think all the other types very well! My only "complaint" is that i for once wish that your video was longer, since it had such good content in it. -ISTP

Thank you for elaborating more on what makes an ISTP. I've seen a lot of mbti skits and lately I realize the ISTP is more often than not portrayed the exact same way time and time again. And as an ISTP myself I have grown to find the lack in variation of the stereotypical ISTP to be disengaging. This video was fresh in that sense, in how it struck multiple facets of who I feel like. Good job 👊 Btw I should clarify I have seen multiple videos from several accounts that describe the ISTP well. This was just a personal observation based on what has been released lately on the more comedic realm of mbti channels.

You just described my entire life with a few quotes. ISTP best type.

I’m an INTP. Love love love ISTPs. I can relate to the need for solitude. And I’m also an autodidact. Why wait? You can teach yourself. As far as independence. I thought everyone thought this way. You should always be self sufficient in every way shape and form.

My brother is an ISTP and this is so accurate! I’m wondering which type my dad is. His decisions are very thought out, but still based on personal values. He’s an ISXP and this could describe him as well Edit: My brother actually taught himself about 80% of what he knows about mechanics and those kind of things. He converted a normal car into a convertible at 14. He didn’t do (that) well in school up until high school, but he’s still very intelligent and he loves all the things you spoke about in this video!

I'm an INFJ, but I really resonate with the point of mastery and solitude, though for me it's more like a jack of all trades situation. I recently moved to a new city and while living alone, I'm trying to fix as much as I can by myself. I Also don't like being reliant on other people to get something done and am trying to become a universal "handyman". Obviously ISTP and INFJ are different in other aspects, but I really think we can be quite similar in that aspect since we both have Ni and Ti, only flipped in the stack. And I really like ISTPs for this reason (even if they might not like me and my Fe ways. :P ) EDIT: to add the final bit and clear up typos.

The other 5 members of my family went skiing and snowboarding for a few days. My handicap kept me home but my husband set me up with food provisions. I rarely left the house. I was in an Introvert Heaven. I finally had time for my new book and interesting videos. I kept in touch via a smart phone so I was good, except for the one time they sent video of themselves skiing. That really hurt to watch since I loved it the one time I had done it before the kids were born. But I can’t deny that the freedom to explore my interests at my own pace without distracting demands was a wonderful experience I’ll never forget and probably wouldn’t have traded - even for skiing.

I really love being an istp and I find your videos so relatable. Top job man thank you.

just found out I'm an ISTP and I related to this video a lot. I love teaching myself things at home and figuring things out by doing them myself. (being an ISTP does not mean I'm some type of mechanic!) for exp., baking. I love starting recipes from scratch and seeing what I can add or change to make treats taste better!

Working remote from my car was the best thing that ever happened to me in the past 2 years... Road Trip 😊!

I am a game developer that has become the most competent person in almost every aspect of that trade. It is hard to find any other person that knows all of the technical skills that I have achieved through self teaching. Nothing makes me more happy than to be able to build everything about a game on my own, and only allow people to help if they have proved loyalty, enthusiasm, and skill.

I resonate hard with the autodidact description. I need to understand things for myself. Many people are bothered by this although they claim to love people who seek knowledge and are intelligent UNTIL it's an ISTP doing the pursuing thereof. Being extremely driven by my own pursuits that involve thinking and understanding requires a lifetime. Why are ISTPs not extended the same courtesies that other types are afforded throughout the world? It's like enjoying solving the world's problem's alone is a crime. It's not my fault I was born a 'life hack'. 🤷 Ti-Se-Ni>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>Fe lol

This describes the nuances of my experience as an ISTP extremely well. I find this channel to be the most accurate when it comes to classic MBTI descriptions of the types. Thank you for putting out amazing content!

Based. I feel like a bit of the drive towards mastery also has to do with wanting people to admire me though. I think what you said about freedom makes sense with that too, because if I can be excellent at something then no one can question my ability and I can move without restriction/barrier. I used to be into philosophy more but I kind of gave up because I'm failing to see a point in it a lot of the time (unless typology is considered philosophy lmao, then I guess this is the exception). And while I definitely have an ability to learn on my own, and will learn on my own, I still seek teachers because (i) for physical learning (i.e. skateboarding), it's good to have someone to observe and have them point out your failures/improvable areas, and (ii) for mental learning (i.e. math), I can't read for shit so I just have to watch people do it until I understand, and (iii) for all learning, guided development from someone who knows best practice can be helpful in the long run and save time, and I tend to want mastery as quick as possible. Though having said that, I still prefer an approach where they "teach" me (demonstrate) and I go off and try to figure out how they did it. But sometimes hands on teaching is helpful too; for physical things that have a mental barrier, or for when you're just not getting it.

I'm impressed. Formal education is essential, like the solid foundation of a new building. After that, the process of building one's education begins and it's the best part. Peace.

i do like hobbies etc i can do by myself people slow me down and get in my way and have stupid ideas.

You win. You've tied me down to commitment and I have subscribed to your channel due to the crazy accurate material on ISTP's.

Thank you for a video that describes ISTPs better than any other has done so.

That description was prophetic and magical.

*Prefers learning alone, then sharing that with someone who cares about that subject. That second part is really where I get stuck and then lose all motivation to do anything.

The quote from Robert Greene is particularly accurate, at least for me.

This is great! Can't wait for the ISFP portion! Thank you for your content Nathan.

ISTP & INTP being a common mistype is so true b/c I mistyped one as INTP before.

My son is an ISTP, and this is a very great understanding of him!

I've seen an ISTP learn how to code, develop abs, and an entirely new language... from books ●__● *autodidact* sounds correct

As ISTP I do love it. Never used to think that my level of learning something (something I like eed to know) was kinda "hypnotic", but sometimes in a small convo I do say some way too deep information about something and prob just blink in "isn't that like... basic?". So yeah. Totally true. And I know that I have some issues, but I can't stand people who would stand infront of you and asking for advice on some random stuff. You... you have phone in your hand, so... LOOK THAT UP, please. They could spend some time on learning new things too, actually. And I gotta say - after that video about famous last words... It just stuck in my head, because those thoughts just got a verbal form. Love it, but stop (nah)

The test told me I'm a Istp but i never thought that I am beacouse they are super analíticas and I'm not but from the mindset of Istp about mastery and freedom I realized that I do relate a lot to this mindset. Overall great video and you gain a subscriber

ISTP: Thinker without the h. I'll see myself out-

Me an ISTP : *watches RU-vid almost the whole day* Most of them are cat videos or other animal videos 😂

You know me so well 😁and yep, knowledge absolutely has to be applicable to my real world, personal experience for me to accept and trust it. Most of which is usually always theories, and world view/ philosophies that are thousands of years old!

I am convinced you know when I’m researching a specific type and then you post a video about that type. No lie, this is like the third time this has happened.

Mastery and Freedom - two of my favorite things lol. I own that Robert Greene book. Thanks for the vid.

To me it is MMA at a young age i was able to box and my coach would said i have a high affinity for combat for my age and the training actually help me a lot to learn discipline and always remain cool and composed in high tension situations so i kept pursuing it t to the point where I could spend 3 hours on the gym without realizing unfortunately life has taken me many places and i don't currently train anymore but hopefully I can get back to it once I'm done with college

Brilliant! More ISTP related content please! 🙏🏽

I always have a sense that many engineers are ISTPs. They are better at completing assignments than INTPs ;)

I like that you explain things on a deeper level...

This convinced me to read Mastery by Robert Greene. Thank you Nathan for your piercing insights.

Things you love as an ISTP- insert Robert Greene Quote 😂

Interesting istp video, spot on as always Nathan! I relate to istp a lot cause my cognitive stack. Still not sure what my type is due my 4 highest function are Ne, Ni, Ti, Se in no particular order

Couldn't have summarised my personality for me to a more pin-pointed degree. Love ya work, love who!

damn, i was 85% sure i was an INTP but i resonated with this to a deeper level... the never-ending search continues

I mistyped myself as INTP for years... now I'm in a very good and stable place in my life and I can't imagine myself as anything but ISTP. It's frustrating because a lot of your personality traits can't shine within certain circumstances... Such as depression. I didn't know how independent I am until I started taking care of myself and supporting myself financially. I had forgotten how adventurous, curious and tactile I am, because I never left home. I forgot how to be assertive and chill because of my constant anxiety. Then once I got my life in order, I was so puzzled when I tried out some tests again and suddenly couldn't get anything but ISTP no matter how hard I tried. A mechanic, wtf? Taking things apart? Getting my hands dirty? It sounded nothing like me... INTP sounded more like me, but I couldn't get that result anymore... Even INFP sounded more like me. It was a fun journey to self discovery.

My dad is an ISTP and if you ask him to describe himself his first response is: problem solver…so pretty accurate

Istps can like socialising sometimes tho right?? Like if they find someone that shares a love for their active hobby or something

it's funny because my mom asked "would you rather make mistakes or be perfect" she said "I'd rather make mistakes so I can learn how to be better" I said "if you were perfect, you wouldn't have to learn anything" if im not perfect enough at it then I dont want to do it

As an ISTP i couldn't agree more especially "Mastery and Freedom" part. I don't give a F regarding buerocrats and workplace politics. If it doesn't impact me, I'm ok with it. As soon as it impact me, that's also fine, ....I quit with a new higher payout job. And most of the time those organizations try to recruit me back, but.... too late bro.

Great video Nathan!

Montessori learning environments are phenomenal for ISTPs.

What a funny ending, I appreciated that ☺️ but yeah this pretty much sums it up accurately doesn’t it!

I watch a few personality videos and now RU-vid is recommending me videos on astrology and dream catchers, I hate the RU-vid algorithm.

Me: literally duct taping my broken headphones while watching this video

that pretty much sums it up

Why did it take me so long to listen to myself? Like I followed narcissist my whole life here I am living on my own doing what the fuck I want now.

Autodidact? I never new that there was a word for people who prefer to be self-learners. I went to an independent study progran after 11th grade in highschool due to COVID. (im 19 now.) ever since then ive always loved going out of my way to learn and do things on my own and dreaded instruction in traditional settings.

Petition for Nathan to make more ISFP videos 🙋‍♀️

As an infj I admit that I respect and admire the istp a lot

Great Video, Autodidact is exactly it.

My INTP (former chef) partner brings me coffee and meals in my office on days when I can’t tear myself away from whatever design problem I’m trying to solve. Sometimes it’s breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It’s his love language and I appreciate the fuck out him.

Amazing the similarities between ISTPs and INFJs...

So thats why I often enjoy listening to NTs ... and more often I consider myself an NT more than an ST

Thanks.

Mistyped "intjs" slowly changing they're type to istp

You have me wondering if the younger of my two brothers is an ISTP after all. I guess I always looked at him more as an ISTJ. But he is VERY self-directed.

Once again, your ISTP description has me momentarily questioning if I am one. I know this is weird, I know my ENFP self shares no cognitive preferences with them. But behaviorally I am all these things and I am motivated by these things to a T. Yet when I look at the purely cognitive aspects I do see that the flow of taking in information and deciding how to use it is ENFP. However, if I were to rank my next 4 functions of my strengths/what my brain prefers next, it would be Ti,Se,Ni,Fe. I have never related to having those subconscious functions in the supposed order an ENFP would have them. So I guess I have an ISTP subconscious. That’s all I can hypothesize.

icl I watched 1 minute of it, it was way to long but so far as an instep I agree is like you know me which is scary wtf

I think Im an INTJ, but I feel like this describes me better.

I used to type myself as an infp but growing up and learning more about Mbti and cognitive functions I'm pretty sure i am an ISTP... a "kind" one ...

My twin sister is ISTP, yep she’s like my favorite person in the world :))) plus two of my biggest anime comfort charachters are Zoro & Levi - INFP

Do you think it's possible to be ISTP but not a lone wolf? I'm pretty sociable, I like fun and talk, I'm not nerdy, but I do love to master my skills. The only ISTP thing which doesn't fit me is that "lone wolf" philosophy. Of course I need some alone time from time to time, I hike alone sometimes, but other than that not really.

Na adolescência eu era quase nada diferente de um INTx só depois de entrar na academia e faculdade de educação física eu me aproximei do estereótipo 😅

Can someone create a video on the ISTP and the best system for productivity? Should they abandon the todo list all together?

An INFJ here, I like an ISTP friend and would pretty much like to take it further.. But I want to make sure first I fully understand him and make the calculations for us if we are really compatible or not.. Well, any infj/istp partners here?

the fact that you said istps can often seem like xntx types, and me being an istp mistyping myself as an intp is crazy ( i mean i understand that its because we have the same dominant and inferior functions but still )

sounds about right🌹

I will like to get to know some ISTPs. Sounds like we will get along just brilliantly. - INTJ

I don’t really resonate and fall into line with everything that has been said here but it’s like your in track, it might also be that I’m and undeveloped ISTP. Well I’m not your typical stereotyped ISTP, when u meet me and how I go about my daily life you’d probably type me as an ENFP or such ...

My dad to a Ti...

why's this guy always lookin at me like 🤨🧐

So this is you guys do when you're not punching dry-wall noted.

I don't like studying i can't concentrate on that but when i'm doing anything i like i fall deep into that, am i really an istp? Also i'm very lazy

Thank you.

I can’t figure out if I’m an istp or an infj. I’ve took the same tests and the same tests many times and nearly every time I either get istp or infj. How do I know which one I am?

Very accurate

I constantly question if I am an istp or intp. Deep down Ik I am just doubting and too paranoid. I am most likely an intp through and through but it’s so hard to not overthink it

Makes it hard to be involved in their life. He's introverted, even from his spouse. 20 years, don't recommend.

“Why Entj suck at…” video would be cool

whats your microphone?

My ISTP cousin is so pro like I can't beat him just like in FNF.

💯💯💯

Sorry, I don't do commitments😜