What Is the Best Hobby for INFP Personality Types?
INFPs are seekers of beauty, meaning, and emotional connection. So the best hobby for you isn’t just fun—it’s something that nourishes your soul, sparks creativity, and honors your inner world.
As “The Mediator” in the 16 Personalities framework, you probably find yourself dreaming more than doing at times. But the right hobby helps you bridge that gap—with gentle purpose and quiet joy.
🧶 Hobbies That Resonate with INFP Energy
- Creative writing or poetry journaling
- Solo hiking or nature walks
- Dream interpretation or tarot reading
- Watercolor or mixed media art
- Herbalism and nature crafting
- Fantasy storytelling or D&D campaigns
- Pottery (here’s why it stands out)
While many hobbies offer relaxation or creativity, pottery provides all of it in one sacred, sensory space. It’s introspective, personal, and endlessly expressive—everything a Mediator longs for.
🕊️ Why Pottery Might Be the Best Hobby for INFPs
Pottery gives you the space to process emotions, express quietly, and reflect without judgment. At The Clay Hole in Draper, Utah, you’ll find an environment designed for your rhythm: calm, kind, and full of creative possibility.
- Wheel throwing offers meditative motion and centering
- Hand-building invites gentle experimentation
- Over 500 glazes to reflect any mood or aesthetic
- Quiet corners, soft lighting, and a no-pressure vibe
- Emotional expression is welcome—through art, not words
It’s not about being good. It’s about being real. And pottery is the rare hobby that makes that feel safe, creative, and beautiful.
"It’s the only place I go that lets me fully be myself. Pottery helps me understand my own heart better." – Wren, INFP
FAQs for Curious INFPs
Will I feel out of place if I’m shy?
Nope. Many of our members are gentle souls who prefer peace and personal space. The studio vibe is warm and non-intrusive.
Can I switch between types of pottery?
Of course. You’re welcome to flow between sculpture, wheel work, hand-building, and more.
What if I’m not an “artist”?
You don’t need to be. You just need to be present. Pottery is for everyone, and INFPs often find their voice in the clay.
Conclusion
For INFPs, the best hobby is one that nourishes who you are—without asking you to perform or compete. Pottery invites you to express, reflect, and heal. And at The Clay Hole, you’ll feel seen and supported every step of the way.
Find us on social media
You can find The Clay Hole—and studio owner Dan Pearce—across social media, where nearly 3 million people follow along. Dan has been creating online since 2010, sharing pottery videos that are often hilarious, often helpful, and always full of heart. Come say hi and see what we’re making this week!
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Written by Dan Pearce, studio owner of The Clay Hole in Draper, Utah.