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Regardless of the type of relationship you’re looking for (one-off date, vacation fling, committed partnership, or future spouse), you deserve to be with someone special. 

And in the world of special people, Diplomats stand out like no other. 

But what exactly are Diplomats, you may ask?

This is a personality type according to the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) that further divides into four subtypes. Diplomats are idealistic, charismatic, and willing to bring peace and harmony wherever they go. 

If you’re curious to find out what is a diplomatic person, learn more about the four types of Diplomats out there, and see which one you align with the most, then keep on reading!

What Is a Diplomatic Personality?

When someone talks about a person having a diplomatic personality, they usually refer to an individual with strong soft skills, such as:

• Empathy
• Emotional awareness
• Communication skills 
• Cooperative mindset 

People like that are naturally good mediators and peacemakers as they’re leading with kindness and generosity. They’re usually more understanding of other people’s feelings and motives which makes them excellent at social interactions. 

In terms of the MBTI theory, someone with a diplomatic personality corresponds with the (N + F) types:

1. INFJ – Advocate
2. ENFJ – Protagonist
3. INFP – Mediator
4. ENFP – Campaigner 

The (N+ F) are also known as Intuitive-Feeling types. 

• (N) Intuition helps them spot things that others miss. They notice patterns, and underlying meanings, and can really see through complex social dynamics. 
• (I) Feeling helps them lead with empathy and compassion, making decisions with other people’s emotions in mind. This makes relationships of diplomatic characters harmonious and ethical. 

Tip: Diplomatic personality type is not the only MBTI type out there. Follow the links to learn more about Analysts, Explorers, and Sentinels.

Want to know your type? Easy! Take the Vibe personality test to find out where you fall on the four MBTI Diplomats spectrum. It’s quick, easy, and completely free, and it will give you a powerful head start to understanding yourself better and making your romantic relationships blossom.        

The MBTI Diplomat Types

In general, all Diplomat types are passionate about resolving conflicts, navigating complex situations, and supporting those around them. 

Having any Diplomat by your side or being one of them means filling in an invaluable role in communication with others in your life. Diplomats are emotionally intelligent, solution-oriented, and focused on meaningful connections and relationships. 

There are 4 types of diplomats though, and despite them all sharing Intuition and Feeling as their dominant traits, you’ll see rather strong differences across the range. 

INFJ – Advocate

Advocates are passionate about helping others. Whether someone needs moral support or actionable steps and a plan to move ahead with their goals, – they can count on INFJs being at their full disposal. 

Advocates are both insightful and visionary. They can be a bit too idealistic for this world, but that’s why we love them! If you meet an INFJ, there is a high chance that they will be quiet and not seek to be the center of attention. Still, they manage to be very inspiring to people around them as they have strong morals and are committed to making a long-term positive change. 

ENFJ – Protagonist

If you see a charismatic and deeply motivating leader – they’re probably an ENFJ. An overdose of empathy and social awareness that they possess makes them powerful mediators, problem solvers, and facilitators across all boards. Protagonists are unbeatable at navigating emotional climates and fostering strong alliances. 

INFP – Mediator

Advocates and Protagonists can be great at mediating, but they’re only second to Mediators – true peacemaking masters with endless creative ways of de-escalating situations up their sleeves. 

Compassionate and idealistic, an INFP is always trying to establish harmony and find a community with shared values. In fact, values lead most of their decision-making and define the path they take at work, the people they fall in love with, and the friendships they nurture. 

ENFP – Campaigner 

Last but not least – ENFPs. Campaigners are super social and free-spirited. It takes them seemingly no effort at all to connect and collaborate with someone. 

They make great leaders as they see through people’s facades and are great at spotting potential in others, and they’re able to put the right people together to make their ideas and vision come to life. 

4 Diplomat Types in Love and Romantic Relationships  

In romantic relationships, each Diplomat type has its own strengths.

• INFJs ** approach romantic relationships with strong commitment right off the bat. They are looking for partners who will share their values and will be able to handle their intensity when it comes to love. At the same time, they crave personal space every once in a while to recharge and process all the powerful emotions and feelings they express and receive from their lover. 
• INFPs are also eager to find a committed relationship, but they’re not rushing it. These guys are idealistic and value emotional authenticity more than anything, so they’re ready to wait and spend extra time looking for the one. When you first start going out with an INFP, they might come across as cold and distant but that’s only because they are reserved and somewhat shy. Once you two get to know each other better, and trust is built, you’ll see a drastic change in how they open up to you and the things they share. 
• ENFJ lovers are nurturing beyond belief. They’re serious about meeting their partner’s needs which makes them vulnerable to people pleasing. An average ENFJ partner is very expressive, so you’ll definitely know how they feel about you. They’re also super open to communication and making sure everyone’s happy with the romantic arrangement, and whatever issue comes up is fixed. 
• ENFPs are the light of any relationship. They’re passionate, creative, and emotionally available. In love, they appreciate experiencing new things together and being with someone who is equally if not more hungry for life and everything it has to offer. 

In general, Diplomats prioritize empathy and authenticity over everything. 

You might not fully align with a diplomatic person in terms of lifestyles, hobbies, and goals, but as long as you have a strong spiritual connection with one another, the rest is secondary and can be dealt with if you really like each other. 

Types of Diplomats in the Vibe Test

When you take the Vibe test by Once to identify which of the four types you align with the most, you’ll get the result which will be your first step on the MBTI exploration journey. 

Here are the key points that each type of Diplomat says about you. 

1. INFJ is the Idealist. **** They’re emotionally intense, but also equally strategic about how they feel and what they feel. Their goal is often to change the world, and they’re ready to take action too. They value truth and depth in people, and they’re forever fascinated with the transformation that a person can go through.
2. INFP is the Dreamer. Sensitive and idealistic souls, dreamers should be treated with love and care. They’re super loyal and also creative and poetic. Inner values lead them through life and keep them grounded and focused on what truly matters. 
3. ENFJ is the Inspirer. This is an inspiring and motivational leader who’s a natural at captivating an audience. Not only can they lead and guide someone, but they’re also great at connecting the right people. 
4. ENFP is the Spark. These are expressive, optimistic, and very connection-focused guys and girls. When they have a feeling, it comes as a big wave that overtakes them, and when they think about something, they resemble a genius at work. As an ENFP, you’ll have a hard time hiding your feelings and emotions, but luckily, as a super positive person who is everyone’s favorite – this won’t be a problem. 

Why Diplomatic Personality Types Matter

The character trait diplomatic is important as it embodies essential human qualities, such as empathy, emotional intelligence and availability, idealism, hunger for harmony, and prioritization of positive change. 

Diplomatic personality types matter because they are natural peacemakers and bridge-builders. In a world where so many people are hyper-individualistic and don’t mind throwing others under the bus for personal gain, dealing with all types of Diplomats feels like a breath of fresh air after an hour-long commute in a stuffy underground train. 

If you’re in a romantic relationship with a Diplomat, you’re guaranteed to have a healer by your side. Someone with strong values and someone driven by action, and not just words. You can count on them to be reliable and supportive, and if you reciprocate, then your union will be impossible to break. 

Diplomat MBTI personalities are valuable to us because of the role they play in navigating conflicts and tensions, and they’re a joy to be around. Being next to a Diplomat has a calming effect. It also proves to us that knights in shiny armor and idealists exist in real life, and we shouldn’t tolerate any BS from others.

All four Diplomat personality types – INFJ, INFP, ENFJ, ENFP – thrive in today’s world for several reasons:

• They’re agents of change. A common evolution of diplomatic characters is them developing a passion for something and turning into an entrepreneur, a thought leader, a politician, an activist, or someone else who generates value, promotes positive change, and inspires others to be more active. When the environment changes, which it does all the time in the past few years, these people are ready. They don’t run away from a challenge and a disruption. Instead, they run towards it and make the most of whatever life throws at them.
• Empathy and social grace help them navigate complex social dynamics. We might automate lots of areas of our lives, outsource tasks to AI, and convince ourselves that human connection is no longer as important to conduct business or anything else, but the reality is different. The level of proficiency that we exhibit when running in social circles has a direct effect on how successful and happy we are in life. Diplomats are hyper-aware of everything that’s going on around them thanks to their empathy. This makes them excellent communicators and collaborators. They can tame even the most problematic individual, and it truly is their superpower. 
• Strong alignment with inner values makes them resilient. Surviving in the modern world (including the dating part of it) is not easy these days. One can get lost in no time and find themselves in less-than-perfect situations if they bend their beliefs and principles for someone or something. Diplomats know what’s important to them and they’re not going to change that or pivot because of a sudden opportunity that comes up at work or to make their crush like them more. It may result in some stressful situations for them as they make those right choices, but in the end, it always pays off as they stay true to themselves, and their mental health isn’t affected. 

Diplomats are empathetic visionaries with a focus on making the world a better place. They’re laser-focused and active, and that’s just the type of people who can do well in the current social and economic climates. 

While we can’t speak for every celebrity out there, some of the notable figures in culture and media who have attributed the expressions of diplomatic characters include:

• Lady Gaga
• Mahatma Gandhi 
• Harry Styles 
• Emma Stone
• Bradley Cooper 
• Jim Carrey

Find Out Your Diplomatic Type with the Vibe Test

We designed a simple yet accurate Vibes personality test that’s available to all Once users. 

Its primary goals are:

1. Help you understand yourself a little better.
2. Find a perfect match and build a meaningful connection.

The test includes a series of questions about your personality, preferences, communication style, and romantic preferences. 

When you’re done answering all the questions. You get the result and a special Vibe tag is assigned to your profile. It is used by Once's advanced algorithms to find the most perfect couple for you, and you can also make it visible to others, so they can know what to expect from you when your profile comes up on their screens. 

This quick test goes beyond surface-level evaluation and complements the AI that’s sorting through all profiles to find someone who you have the best chance with. 

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