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something massive for INFJs linked to depression is the existential/spiritual crisis that we inevitably hit from all the deep thinking. Theres lots of videos about this.

@intuitiveimprints

5 ай бұрын

Yep, it’s so true.

@OmSelf432

3 күн бұрын

Lifelong usual stuff

INFJ emotions are always inward- joy, sadness, anger and fear. What becomes external is actually overflowing from within, and it comes out when we’re overwhelmed.

"creativity is a non negotiable need" is a wonderful quote.

This really hits me. For many years, I avoided making my own videos out of anxiety and fear. Last year I finally started my KZread channel celebrating nature which is very spiritual and important for me. I’m so glad I finally was able to take the leap. To my fellow INFJs and INFPs out there, take the leap into the blissful creative pool. Yes, mistakes will be made and it’s not easy but I’m telling you, you won’t regret it. And you might pleasantly surprise yourself with what marvellous things you create too. It is vital for us to express ourselves creatively and it must not be ignored. Much love and respect to you all! 🙏🏻😊

@saramariasdotter3681

5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! 🙏♥️

@dramafan08

5 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏽

@SideB1984

5 ай бұрын

Subscribed! I burned out posting peaceful nature videos on IG but one day I may begin again. 😌

@intuitiveimprints

5 ай бұрын

@@SideB1984 Thank you kindly! I appreciate your support. 😊

I grew up in a working class family who didn't really value creativity and instilled the idea that work always comes first before "play". And of course art and music and creative pursuits fell into that last category. So combine that with our already perfectionistic tendencies and a whole lifetime can slip by before one ever picks up a paintbrush or sits down to write! Well its never too late and I am trying to add creativity to my daily life. Thanks Lauren!

I've never felt so seen and understood in my life as I have watching your videos. Thank you so much for putting the inner world caos into words.

Gahh! Exactly! I always feel guilty when I’m creating because I feel like I should be using that time to do work, chores, or spend time with my family instead of being selfish with my time to make things. I loved the rare unit in school when we “had” to write a story. That’s what was acceptable! I ended up making any paper I wrote through college as interesting as I could for my teacher. I thrived on positive writing comments. And when I do sit to write, I almost always want to drift off to sleep! What in the world!? Maybe I just need to get better sleep. 😒 How can we change that narrative that art comes last?? You called it! And once again, you rally us to relate and reiterate we’re not alone in how it feels painful to not allow ourselves to be creative more often. ❤

I never thought of it in this way. I couldn’t understand why I wouldn’t do things that I love to do. Thank you 😊

Stifled creativity? Really? This might be possible, I never thought that was linked. It makes sense because I haven't done a lot of creative things lately. I've been wanting to write stories, but always seem to be procrastinating.

Thanks for highlighting why the creative process is difficult for us

Winter season sad times anyone? as the earth is icing over, it seems so am I.

@laurabarber6697

5 ай бұрын

Lack of sun contributes. You can get full spectrum light bulbs and use them in your home or office.❤

@skj068

Ай бұрын

I live in a sunny state so I usually welcome stormy or gray kind of ominous weather. It adds a little mystery and depth. I get that it would get old though if that kind of weather is more of the norm.

Thank you very much for this. I always end up enjoying doing arts and crafts, on the rare occasion that I do, more than I imagined that I would.

🔥🔥🔥i have soooo many supplies for making jewelry - yet i resist! I'm creative as I'm a Barber 💈 and love it. It's because it is a technical art, as was being a dental technician designing and making crowns. Thank you for this! 💝

Thank you for these insights. It explains why I have such a hard time to continue hobbies in my life. I always give them up after a while, because I feel that I could better focus on my career, since I would not be able to make money out of my hobbies or truely master it.

Everything you are saying Lauren it’s exactly what I do and think I’m like wow 🤩 she’s super empathic It’s hard to listen 🎧 your so spot on 😊😢❤😂

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! This one was a heart “bullseye “!

My struggle has always been to find a creative space. So a structure has been very important for me mentaly in order to feel motivated ( it's about balance, plus that it depends on what we are going to create I guess). Now I finally think I've found the structure i.e the creative space I need, after a longer time of ruminating.

Thank you so much, Lauren!

Thank you Lauren, that video is awesome. You are on point there.

Me and my content creation, it’s art to me and a creative outlet. I’ve felt so burnout lately tho :(

Thank you!! This explains a lot in my life! I'm looking forward to the next video you made on this topic. Very important for infjs! 😌

Why this is right on time! 😭

Thank you so much

Thank you--this video was very timely and encouraging for me.

Wow, now I understand what my art professor has been telling me for years. He always told me I needed to create in order to feel well. Absolutely true.

Wow. That is correct. I wish I knew it growing up.

I'm looking forward to seeing your newsletter and getting the info for this class 🎉

Man, isn’t that the truth. Anytime, I’ve tried to dive into monetizing my art, the artist/writer’s block immediately ensues. And I cannot do it. Even if it’s a course to get certified in something …to make money, I cannot finish it. So I have to let go of the money to be able to create which is far more important to me… Thank you for articulating this. I do feel like I am able and driven to create but still feel depressed. I definitely feel angry and exhausted about having to have a day job - but as a single mom, I have to make a certain amount of money… If I could just create (work with the creative energy) all day to my heart’s content, I know I would be so energized.

This describes what I've been going through for years

Thank you, Im a big over thinker and there is so many things I want to do. I over think about how much people are suffering, about how much people are affected by the world, I overthink about my spiritual life, sexuality, it really sucks and I just wanna shut my mind off and sleep. Edit: Im also an artist, and im a big day dreamer, but I procrastinate a lot it sucks lol.

I’m so depressed

I will say this I just found out I’m Autistic I’ve known I’m a INFJ. So when I found out who I am I WAS LIKE OH THERE YOU ARE This is me INFJ/Neurodivergent I feel like I’m super human it’s quite a mind trip

What if you are creative and still depressed?