The Unexpected Pioneer in Fiction

Carol Danvers “Captain Marvel,” Captain Marvel

Jyn Erso, Rogue One

Eowyn, Lord of the Rings

Riley, Inside Out

January Jones, Mad Men

Jane Ives “11,” Stranger Things

Sabine Wren, Star Wars Rebels

Selene, The Underworld Saga

Bella Swan, The Twilight Saga

Gilly, Game of Thrones

Rose Tyler, Doctor Who

Pocahontas, Pocahontas

Riley, Inside Out

Violet Parr, The Incredibles

Cheryl Strayed, Wild

Male Heroes

Jon Snow, Game of Thrones

Harry Potter, The Harry Potter Saga

The Beast, Beauty and the Beast

Jake Sully, Avatar

Ralph, Wreck-It Ralph

Legolas, Lord of the Rings

Rocky Balboa, The Rocky Saga

Jacob Black, The Twilight Saga

Davos Seaworth, Game of Thrones

Bodhi Rook, Rogue One

Andrew Nieman, Whiplash

Hypatius, Far Away Bird

ISFP Villains

Jack Torrence, The Shining

Smeagol “Gollum,” Lord of the Rings

Bill Cutting, Gangs of New York

Lancel Lannister, Game of Thrones

Flint Marko “Sandman,” Spider-Man

Barbara Ann Minerva “Cheetah,” Wonder Woman 1984

ISFP – The Unexpected Pioneer

Fact-Finding. Prospecting. Adaptation.

Sacagawea

Your Women of History All-Star Line-up:

Antiquity: Ruth

Medieval: Queen Amalasuntha

Early Modern: Sacagawea

20th Century: Marilyn Monroe

“I restore myself when I’m alone.”
-Marilyn Monroe

You’re a rare and fascinating historical figure. The Unexpected Pioneer is the quiet type who has strong beliefs and a feels a steady, turbulent pressure from within. You don’t dwell so much on outer purpose, but struggle with a practical sense of inner belonging. You also have a powerful sensitive side that others often lack. The Unexpected Pioneer appears to be quiet or withdrawn but make no mistake, you are observing the world behind their stoic facade. The Unexpected Pioneer is a woman who might take a new or different point of view regarding a cultural value or stigma.

Ruth (Biblical)

It’s interesting that so many examples of Unexpected Pioneers end up cut off from their home (or native culture) to take up a cause far away. Perhaps you’ve felt unsupported or dissatisfied at home and wanted something more. Despite a lack of adventuresome behavior seen in other women, your disenchantment with regular life makes you willing to join a cause outside of or in addition to your native culture. These women of history often undergo a conversion to another way of life, where they end up finding their place in the world. They may join a group of people who had once been unfamiliar and in some cases, The Unexpected Pioneer may even join a group that their native culture condemns. Due to their open-mindedness toward other people and desire for greater connectivity, the Unexpected Pioneer has many strong opinions and judgments about the way people are and how the world works. They may even challenge the status quo.

Queen Amalasuntha

Your hidden desire to see new things leads you quietly away to far off places. And whereas you may have intended to be left alone, the affairs of the outside world soon find you and suck you in. However, there is a strong, quiet pulse of leadership that never quite goes away, no matter how isolated you become. The solitude of a distant place could be perfect for you to have a thin barrier against the noisy and dubious outside world. Because of your sensitive nature and practical mind, there is a subtle streak of perfectionism that pesters you.

As a historical figure, the Unexpected Pioneer is often the reluctant type because you fear making mistakes. You often feel that someone else should be the leader, but when leadership fails, its not uncommon for you to step into the role, where you’ll likely display the resolve of a natural leader. While you may not like the spotlight, circumstance may put you in that leadership role. People will trust you because you’re honest and speak from the heart. You’re authentic. You’re solutions resonate and your talents seem to be in demand by all.

Marilyn Monroe

The Unexpected Pioneer seems to need both the separation from the cultural pressures of the old ways as well as a new pulse from a new purpose. When one is missing, they may become frustrated. You’re very prospecting in a quiet way. You lead by example and often inspire others as you cross boundaries and blaze new paths.

Frequency

According to the “MBTI Manual” published by CPP, The Unexpected Pioneer accounts for 8.8% of the world population. 7.6% of men and 9.9% of women are ISFPs.

It’s Women’s History Month! I strongly encourage you to read up on these amazing women, especially if you haven’t yet heard of them.