10 MYTHS ABOUT INTROVERTS

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.



Source: http://www.carlkingdom.com/10-myths-about-introverts


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Eyyen... Introvert, over to you

Guy, have we met before? Who told you about me? These are spot on.

perfect write-up op. 95% or more of NLers shd be introv. it's just not possible to be extrov & take up permanent residence in NL.

AlPeter:
Guy, have we met before? Who told you about me? These are spot on.

Ahah! We just met.
*smiles*

Op made a lot of sense.

Never knew this, Introverts over here.

ahhhh...Finally, God bless you OP. Some really shallow minded people out there think Innies should be 'fixed', 'put in order', 'repaired', 'rehabilitated', and to some religious people; they should 'repent'. Are they 'broken' or 'damaged' that they require fixing? Are they saying that God in his infinite state of genius made an error in their design? All I see are a lot of educated illiterates who wouldnt learn. But you never get to hear them say that extroverts need psychiatric evaluation because they jump around aimlessly and shout everytime acting like they are crazy. #ProudlyIntroverted #supergenius #multitalented #analytical #powerOfQuiet #LoyaltyToOne

True.

F22RAPTOR:
ahhhh...Finally, God bless you OP. Some really shallow minded people out there think Innies should be 'fixed', 'put in order', 'repaired', 'rehabilitated', and to some religious people; they should 'repent'. Are they 'broken' or 'damaged' that they require fixing? Are they saying that God in his infinite state of genius made an error in their design? All I see are a lot of educated illiterates who wouldnt learn. But you never get to hear them say that extroverts need psychiatric evaluation because they jump around aimlessly and shout everytime acting like they are crazy. #ProudlyIntroverted #supergenius #multitalented #analytical #powerOfQuiet #LoyaltyToOne

feel you wella, it's very annoying at times when folks just want me to conform to their own thoughts and desire as if I care.

I love to think things through before making decisions and not just follow the crowd, because whatever the result i want to bear the consequences without regrets so I find it annoying when am be told to just do it like everyone else, as if my name is 'everyone else'. I am me and I ain't changing I love to think analyse and stand by my words, I respect others decisions at all times, I Love country music because it calls my raging mind, you might not see but in emergencies am as ruffled as you but shouting and screaming won't solve anything so I maintain my cool and calmness and act when I have to that doesn't mean am 'slow'. Am fun am me am smart and am Proud #teamIntrovert

#proudly an introvert
Mostimes i laugh at some talkative eXtroverts when they display themselves around me

Only ten meats?..

U for add like 2 fish mk e sweet na

sommyblaze:


Ahah! We just met.
*smiles*

lol... Yea. You are right with what you wrote what most don't understand is that we introverts Love and Value life so much that we don't want to waste it doing silly unproductive stuffs just for doing sake, they don't realize that before we say a word we think it through first, and hardly say or do things with out careful thought maybe that's why we are 'weird'.

AlPeter:


feel you wella, it's very annoying at times when folks just want me to conform to their own thoughts and desire as if I care.

I love to think things through before making decisions and not just follow the crowd, because whatever the result i want to bear the consequences without regrets so I find it annoying when am be told to just do it like everyone else, as if my name is 'everyone else'. I am me and I ain't changing I love to think analyse and stand by my words, I respect others decisions at all times, I Love country music because it calls my raging mind, you might not see but in emergencies am as ruffled as you but shouting and screaming won't solve anything so I maintain my cool and calmness and act when I have to that doesn't mean am 'slow'. Am fun am me am smart and am Proud #teamIntrovert

Super!, well said.

Pinkiedearie:
#proudly an introvert
Mostimes i laugh at some talkative eXtroverts when they display themselves around me

you are not alone my dear.

For me, I relate with the post, well said. That no6 got me in the moment cos ever since my relationship ended, bin feeling so lonely and empty not dat am idle, am a super busy guy and I have few female frnds not dat am a loner just dat connection op mentioned is not there. Nobody tries to change me here, we are wat we are. All is well.

11. The only Introvert i know is the queen of FTC on Nairaland

11.introverts book space for FTC on NL

Tanks @op, people take me weird and say i dont have friends or i dont talk too much, actually i only talk when i know its right... INTROVETS ROCK

raydatluvs:
For me, I relate with the post, well said. That no6 got me in the moment cos ever since my relationship ended, bin feeling so lonely and empty not dat am idle, am a super busy guy and I have few female frnds not dat am a loner just dat connection op mentioned is not there. Nobody tries to change me here, we are wat we are. All is well.

All is well indeed.
*smiles*

Fantastic writ. As long as some folks understand me. No problems.

Eeser:
Eyyen... Introvert, over to you

if introvert catch u ehhh

Ctrl+c, Ctrl+ v

This one wia everybody don dy claim introvert,,i tire una o,,
who b d extrovert den?

You are right @OP!!! I am an introvert & I love my life. You can either take me the way I am or LET ME BE!!!.

Lol. Suddenly everyone on NL is introverted. E good o

Rip to a nairalander 'introvert's mentions.

almost all my brothers and sisters are holding grudge against me cos of dis issue- they said i dnt call them often & i'll simply say "i call only wen i need to" ; they actually think its pride, wetin we go dey discus self?

Ewizard:
Ctrl+c, Ctrl+ v

and he wants to hit fp with it

I love Introverts.

Richiy:
I love Introverts.

U must be an extrovert. Opposites usually attract in real life. Am more of an introvert but almost all my friends are extroverts, though I dislike the overly noisy ones. I like people who can shut their mouth atimes.

Why will you just come here and be telling everyone about me ? ...