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Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by sophiaabba(f): 3:00pm On Aug 29, 2016 |
Olarewajub: lol. tnx |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by Crixie(m): 4:30pm On Aug 30, 2016 |
Never knew there was a place like on Nairaland ...I think the biggest issue faced is being tagged a snob or pompous/proud.People dont understand that you ain't a snob...small talks ain't just your thing 7 Likes |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by DonOms(m): 5:30pm On Aug 30, 2016 |
Hello all, I trust we all have been well. I've not been here for some time and anytime that happens, I read every single page I've missed. I just did. I've noticed many of us still find some things mixed up and it's barely our faults because the extrovert-saturated world we live in confuse us and sell us that idea that we're weird when in fact, we're a unique and awesome bunch. Anyway, there's this short but interesting read a friend shared with me last week. http://verilymag.com/2016/08/introverts-quiet-extroverts-fomo-confidence ...and you'll love that FOMO term. I really encourage everyone to try the Introvert Challenges by @Olarewajub. I've been using "the power of sharing personal stories" for about half a decade now and I can tell you it's awesome. It helps you to redefine your shell, make others feel more comfortable around your quietness and has this awesome effect of making you less hard on yourself. 2 Likes |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by Peachess(f): 2:18am On Aug 31, 2016 |
gidjah:Oh, I see. You can PM me if you wanna... |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by Castorinho: 3:30pm On Aug 31, 2016 |
Hi everyone. For me introversion has been something you hide so I have resolved to change from an introvert who pretends to be extroverted to a confident introvert who is happy with who she is. I hope to form a new network and make like-minded acquaintances here - God bless you all! 3 Likes |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by Akposb(m): 4:37pm On Aug 31, 2016 |
Castorinho, you are very much welcome and your resolution is quite good and necessary. Sometimes too much discussion lead to depression especially with the obvious extroverts. |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by BARAJ92(m): 5:47pm On Aug 31, 2016 |
I have jumped from page 1 to this page, hopefully in the next few days, I read up the remaining page. I wonder how people maintain long conversion about issues, I could stay inside my room for over a week without stepping outside my house which people around thinks am odd. It is hard keeping your thought to yourself. I am usually the first to communicate with any strange coming in to my room or group but at the end of a week, we might not even chat or talk again. During my youth service, my close pals were those from other tribes living in the same lodge with me. the lodge was predominantly my tribe so they find it easier to communicate with me in which they Will dominate the conversation. Currently am in search of a job but must jobs are asking for communication skills. I find it easier to communicate online than offline. 5 Likes |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by BARAJ92(m): 5:55pm On Aug 31, 2016 |
SugaryBelle:This seems more like me, the only different is that I can't fathom what to say after the first conversation. so I prefer to associate with my dad friends living around, also I create old friend groups online to keep in touch but the groups are always dry. I don't even have any Friend on our street 1 Like |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by SugaryBelle(f): 7:51pm On Aug 31, 2016 |
BARAJ92:You should try to improve on that because everyone needs friends. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by BARAJ92(m): 8:16pm On Aug 31, 2016 |
SugaryBelle:I know that fact, that is why I still keep in touch with some of my old course mate. Also on my street have some guys that I keep in touch with when am around 1 Like |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by Nobody: 12:36am On Sep 01, 2016 |
Wow, its been sometime 1 Like |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by SugaryBelle(f): 11:09am On Sep 01, 2016 |
BARAJ92:That's nice, keep it up... |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by NEYO84: 4:43pm On Sep 02, 2016 |
I need good friends |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by Castorinho: 5:36pm On Sep 02, 2016 |
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Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by Castorinho: 5:41pm On Sep 02, 2016 |
NEYO84: What traits do u look for in a friend? |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by Roozzaay(m): 7:03pm On Sep 02, 2016 |
Hmmmm, introvert introvert, being an introspective person has caused me a lot, but changing who i am aint part of my plan. |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by NEYO84: 7:29pm On Sep 02, 2016 |
[quotAe author=Castorinho post=9017499] Am Simple and Straightforward.. I want same in a friend What traits/qualities do u look for in a friend? I would like straightforward person with a good sense of humor as a friend...[/quote] |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by Akposb(m): 3:01am On Sep 03, 2016 |
Roozzaay:Man, you don't need to change, you can only do some little modification where or when necessary. 1 Like |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by Roozzaay(m): 5:45pm On Sep 03, 2016 |
Akposb: Got you man |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by Nobody: 4:46am On Sep 04, 2016 |
I became an introvert when I found out I had a big dick. RUBBISH. Yall need psychologists, introverts have slimmer chances of making it in life...just saying. |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by Crixie(m): 6:14am On Sep 04, 2016 |
lolz... Forbes list of richest people has more introverts than extroverts ...just saying 2 Likes |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by DonOms(m): 8:22am On Sep 04, 2016 |
Wingback: Well-informed man... Oya, clap for yourself, guru. First, don't make Dr. Carl Jung wake up from his grave only to shout "LOL." Secondly, don't make the higher percentage of Silicon Valley CEO's pause their jobs only to give you that shocking look asking, "where are you from?" While sarcasm seems the only logical reply I could use, seriously, you are very very incorrect. I'll love it if you can go online and read about introversion. People have always judged introverts wrongly (hence we hardly take offence) but it'll do you more good to be informed. It's the 21st century, init? 2 Likes |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by smileyprin(m): 2:31pm On Sep 04, 2016 |
Peachess:u I've been just exactly like you described, but recently I've been able to be confident in the midst of people. 1- Join conversation that you're sure you're knowledgeable on. 2- Speak to strangers you see are good listeners and patient 3- Sometimes I just challenge myself to speak to that one person I've been in awe of just to break that fear. 2 Likes |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by Nobody: 5:12pm On Sep 04, 2016 |
Finally here It hurts being an Introvert seriously , got to the university and ah thought I would be able to make a great deal of friends to move out and rap with, hell no!!it's not been possible, and I don't need to say that am tayad of peeps calling me a snob or some "ajebutter" cos they've failed to understand that it's just me!! Even at times that I try to rap with people outside, there's this thing inside of me that draws me back. And it's really affecting the kinda relationship I have with girls, the kinda relationship that doesn't last coz most of them consider me as a buzzkiller, my dad doesn't like me that much cos he thinks I keep things too much to my self and I don't really rap well with him......I can really trade anything to change this part of me I hate so much!! |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by TheExclusive: 8:15pm On Sep 04, 2016 |
JUSTbuchi: Start getting a lttle involved in social activities, uni associations n take up leadership positions in sch. It wont be easy initially bt might help. 2 Likes |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by Nobody: 8:36pm On Sep 04, 2016 |
TheExclusive:hmmmm......that's a huge one though, thanks! |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by TheExclusive: 9:45pm On Sep 04, 2016 |
JUSTbuchi:U Welcome. |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by Twinkle62(f): 8:44pm On Sep 05, 2016 |
God help us all! I need friends |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by DonOms(m): 11:24pm On Sep 05, 2016 |
Peachess: JUSTbuchi: Introversion is a personality. And although it's not a stand-alone concept (since no one is exactly completely introverted in the real sense of it according to Carl Jung's Introversion-Extroversion continuum theory), when it is extreme, it can make people easily misrepresent the idea. Having pointed that out, you can effectively manage other areas of your life by gaining (or learning) social skills such as public speaking, science of persuasion and influence, making friends and interpersonal skills. You'll still be an introvert but you'll have fewer issues with people and love yourself more. Shyness for example has little to do with introversion. Some extroverts can be shy, trust me. It's just common with introverts but you can overcome it through practice and mind-conditioning. Simply gradually do things you'd ordinarily be uncomfortable with. I, for example, managed shyness years ago with leadership (forced to be class captain in SS1-3 & eventually a prefect) and group participation (Religious activities). Yours can be something else; you don't have to force yourself to contest for the PRO post in your School society but you can read helpful books and practice what you learn one by one. An example of the weirdest things I ever did was to sometimes look into the eyes of someone in a public place. Maybe in a large hall in Uni and there is this opposite sex that stands out elegantly...stare at him/her and let them see you doing it then stop after some time. Stand in an elevator and face every other person. Ask questions in class; stop for a minute and chat with that colleague... Although your heart will pound heavily and you'll sweat profusely or get panic attacks (still happens to me sometimes *covers face*), you'll gradually evolve. Mind you, you'll still crave being alone and all that introvert stuff but you'll have useful social skills anyway. And please always relate with like-minded people who will love you for you and not make you feel less human for being an introvert. @Olarewajub posts challenges here too and they can be very helpful. 5 Likes |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by Peachess(f): 10:51pm On Sep 06, 2016 |
smileyprin:Wow, it's really nice seeing people just like me. Good thing you now confident in the midst of people. Well, so far so good..I'm improving. 1 Like |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by Peachess(f): 11:07pm On Sep 06, 2016 |
DonOms:I'm gradually overcoming shyness (thanks to the tips online) and I know shyness has nothing to do with introversion. I really love your tips maybe I'll contest for the SUG President when we resume (lol, I'm joking) 1 Like |
Re: Introverts Lounge (Extroverts Pls Keep Off !!) by Olarewajub: 8:49am On Sep 08, 2016 |
#PublicSpeakingforIntroverts One of the most important thing to do while speaking publicly is to speak as slow as you can. Sometimes you need to pause things for some few seconds. 3 Likes |
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