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Introverts by Diamondamsel(f): 1:02pm On Aug 30, 2015 |
10 MYTHS ABOUT INTROVERTS (By Carl King)
Myth #1 :
Introverts don’t like to talk. This is not true. Introverts just
don’t talk unless they have something to say. They hate
small talk. Get an introvert talking about something they
are interested in, and they won’t shut up for days.
Myth #2 : Introverts are shy. Shyness has nothing to do with
being an Introvert. Introverts are not necessarily afraid of
people. What they need is a reason to interact. They don’t
interact for the sake of interacting. If you want to talk to
an Introvert, just start talking. Don’t worry about being
polite.
Myth #3 : Introverts are rude. Introverts often don’t
see a reason for beating around the bush with social
pleasantries. They want everyone to just be real and
honest. Unfortunately, this is not acceptable in most
settings, so Introverts can feel a lot of pressure to fit in,
which they find exhausting.
Myth #4 : Introverts don’t like
people. On the contrary, Introverts intensely value the few
friends they have. They can count their close friends on
one hand. If you are lucky enough for an introvert to
consider you a friend, you probably have a loyal ally for
life. Once you have earned their respect as being a person
of substance, you’re in.
Myth #5 : Introverts don’t like to
go out in public. Nonsense. Introverts just don’t like to go
out in public FOR AS LONG. They also like to avoid the
complications that are involved in public activities. They
take in data and experiences very quickly, and as a result,
don’t need to be there for long to “get it.” They’re ready to
go home, recharge, and process it all. In fact, recharging
is absolutely crucial for Introverts.
Myth #6 : Introverts
always want to be alone. Introverts are perfectly
comfortable with their own thoughts. They think a lot.
They daydream. They like to have problems to work on,
puzzles to solve. But they can also get incredibly lonely if
they don’t have anyone to share their discoveries with.
They crave an authentic and sincere connection with ONE
PERSON at a time.
Myth #7 : Introverts are weird.
Introverts are often individualists. They don’t follow the
crowd. They’d prefer to be valued for their novel ways of
living. They think for themselves and because of that, they
often challenge the norm. They don’t make most
decisions based on what is popular or trendy.
Myth #8 :
Introverts are aloof nerds. Introverts are people who
primarily look inward, paying close attention to their
thoughts and emotions. It’s not that they are incapable of
paying attention to what is going on around them, it’s just
that their inner world is much more stimulating and
rewarding to them.
Myth #9 : Introverts don’t know how to
relax and have fun. Introverts typically relax at home or in
nature, not in busy public places. Introverts are not thrill
seekers and adrenaline junkies. If there is too much
talking and noise going on, they shut down. Their brains
are too sensitive to the neurotransmitter called Dopamine.
Introverts and Extroverts have different dominant neuro-
pathways. Just look it up.
Myth #10 : Introverts can fix
themselves and become Extroverts. A world without
Introverts would be a world with few scientists, musicians,
artists, poets, filmmakers, doctors, mathematicians,
writers, and philosophers. That being said, there are still
plenty of techniques an Extrovert can learn in order to
interact with Introverts. (Yes, I reversed these two terms
on purpose to show you how biased our society is.)
Introverts cannot “fix themselves” and deserve respect for
their natural temperament and contributions to the human
race. In fact, one study (Silverman, 1986) showed that the
percentage of Introverts increases with IQ. Are you an
introvert/extrovert? Which of the above don't you agree
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Re: Introverts by gaetano: 1:03pm On Aug 30, 2015 |
#11 They also don't like it when someone claims their FTC spot. 2 Likes |
Re: Introverts by chocolateme(f): 1:06pm On Aug 30, 2015 |
I know an introvert that is completely the opposite of all you said here.. Hmm.. she is the BUSIESTOF ALL. |
Re: Introverts by Proffdada: 1:06pm On Aug 30, 2015 |
I don't know if I qualify for an introvert cuz 64% of your facts are right about me |
Re: Introverts by Emmyk(m): 1:14pm On Aug 30, 2015 |
Introverts just don’t talk unless they have
something to say.....
What's the definition of SOMETHING according to an introvert? Everyone talks when they have something to say nau |
Re: Introverts by SUGARBEE(f): 1:25pm On Aug 30, 2015 |
Lol.. [size=15pt]#SUGARBEE[/size] |
Re: Introverts by nochildsplay(m): 1:26pm On Aug 30, 2015 |
Then am an INTROVERT. |
Re: Introverts by Diamondamsel(f): 2:16pm On Aug 30, 2015 |
Emmyk:some pple talk for d sake of talking, an introvert goes straight to d point |
Re: Introverts by dtruseeker(m): 8:45am On Dec 05, 2015 |
I dnt even knw my class. Maybe a thin line btw intro n extro |
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