ESTP Stress

When people experience pain, stress, or dissatisfaction, it can usually be attributed to energy-draining activities. Therefore, it’s important to know what kinds of activities drain each personality type.

ESTPs may feel bored by too much routine or predictability in their lives. They tend to feel like change is what helps them grow and thrive, so by facing too much consistency, ESTPs may believe they’re missing out on something. It’s important that they have plenty of personal freedom to work at their own pace, even if they need to follow some sort of routine at work.

They are likely to feel restricted by an abundance of rules. ESTPs value their personal freedom and independence. When they feel like other people have too much control over them, they may lash out. While ESTPs should practice calmly expressing their feelings and abiding by rules that are in place for a valuable reason, other people should give ESTPs the independence they need to feel comfortable.

ESTPs may also feel frustrated by a work environment that lacks improvisation. When things are too structured or thought-out, ESTPs may grow frustrated. In their minds, many things are made better when people are forced to make quick decisions. They should try exploring careers that value quick-thinking.

They tend to feel stressed or bored when they are required to work alone. Since ESTPs thrive around people, spending too much time in isolation may drain them. It’s important that ESTPs have plenty of time to either work alongside people or meet up with friends and family outside of work on a regular basis.

When ESTPs face stressful or draining tasks, they may shut down in other aspects of life. While we all have to face stress at different points in life, there are plenty of times where it can be avoided. In the case of an ESTP, they should try to engage with things that keep them motivated and energized, like going on fun adventures and meeting new people. Avoiding tasks that place unnecessary strain on them, openly addressing stress, and doing what excites them will help prevent frustration and exhaustion for ESTPs.