ISTJ + ISFP

As with any pairing, there are positives and negatives and opportunities for growth.

The long-term success of this coupling is heavily dependent on how well they communicate and how much each embraces the differences in the other's values and problem-solving approaches.

ISTJ’s are Thinkers and are focused on doing what is right from an objective, logical and technical point of view, while ISFP’s, as Feeling personalities, tend to process situations emotionally and are focused on doing what they personally believe in.

ISTJ’s are naturally blunt in their speech and should be considerate of ISFP’s emotions by expressing themselves gently and patiently.  ISFP’s should avoid taking conflicts with their ISTJ too personally and instead approach each situation with a calm, and balanced mindset.

Your greatest point of contention centers around planning and change.  ISTJ’s tend to dislike change, especially if it affects their ability to accomplish personal goals. ISFP’s are free spirited and are usually very adaptable and tend to enjoy new experiences. ISFP’s can help ISTJ’s in learning to see the bright side of a new circumstance when they are having trouble absorbing change. ISTJ’s are more likely to succeed if they can change their mentality and chart a new course toward their objectives.