More often than not, I think Sensors are better off but this will depend on the situation at hand. I understand and can personally relate to what you wrote; however, as an INTJ, I can tell you that many of the "practical" things you wrote about that sensors often do could really be called "movement without achievement" or rather doing meaningless tasks like buying trendy items/getting the latest and loudest furnature while not having any significant long-term goals. They often lack depth or sincere insight. My parents made fun of what I talked about growing up, hated my questioning things, and said I was in my own world -- they are strong sensors involved in the community so they could relate to many more people than I could with my not liking small talk, goofy gossip, etc. But they now have nothing. I was right... I could see things falling apart in different areas and directions of their life and would let them know trying to help, but it was either ignored or they would double-down in the opposite direction and try to discredit me which caused me frustration that they took great pleasure in. The retirement account they had was drained by a qualified/certified "expert" from their church who I warned them about... You know, a good traditional man, lol. I can spot a phony a mile away but I am not always right (hard to admit) but in that case I was. Chronic health problems due to the type of physical work they did (practical work) was not the way to go in my book, especially as they got older, but hey, even with health problems I bet they are still better with their hands than I am! If I was still around them, I am sure they would give me a hard time about that as well and call me klumsy or something. I am glad I finally was able to get away from them! Love them from a distance and agree to disagree. I am not sure of what type you are (perhaps INTP?). I would suggest finding like minded people who share your values and limit (or elliminate) your time with family members you annnoy. If the result of your interactions is them being annoyed with you and your feeling left out, is it worth it? Sometimes it is best to part ways... Long story short -- my ESTP brother taught me that lesson after he sucker punched me and broke my nose & eye socket while my parents cheered him on in the background. The first thing my folks said when the Police were pulling up the driveway after I called 911 is "what will the neighbors think?"
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More often than not, I think Sensors are better off but this will depend on the situation at hand. I understand and can personally relate to what you wrote; however, as an INTJ, I can tell you that many of the "practical" things you wrote about that sensors often do could really be called "movement without achievement" or rather doing meaningless tasks like buying trendy items/getting the latest and loudest furnature while not having any significant long-term goals. They often lack depth or sincere insight. My parents made fun of what I talked about growing up, hated my questioning things, and said I was in my own world -- they are strong sensors involved in the community so they could relate to many more people than I could with my not liking small talk, goofy gossip, etc. But they now have nothing. I was right... I could see things falling apart in different areas and directions of their life and would let them know trying to help, but it was either ignored or they would double-down in the opposite direction and try to discredit me which caused me frustration that they took great pleasure in. The retirement account they had was drained by a qualified/certified "expert" from their church who I warned them about... You know, a good traditional man, lol. I can spot a phony a mile away but I am not always right (hard to admit) but in that case I was. Chronic health problems due to the type of physical work they did (practical work) was not the way to go in my book, especially as they got older, but hey, even with health problems I bet they are still better with their hands than I am! If I was still around them, I am sure they would give me a hard time about that as well and call me klumsy or something. I am glad I finally was able to get away from them! Love them from a distance and agree to disagree. I am not sure of what type you are (perhaps INTP?). I would suggest finding like minded people who share your values and limit (or elliminate) your time with family members you annnoy. If the result of your interactions is them being annoyed with you and your feeling left out, is it worth it? Sometimes it is best to part ways... Long story short -- my ESTP brother taught me that lesson after he sucker punched me and broke my nose & eye socket while my parents cheered him on in the background. The first thing my folks said when the Police were pulling up the driveway after I called 911 is "what will the neighbors think?"