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Nah, no introvert here, currently I had lunch and I'm tired of doing bank books and I'm getting ready to fix a fresh cup of coffee and switching between here, my game site and bank books.
Whenever I take the Meyers-Briggs I always come up a strong "I", but I'm not awkward or shy (I don't think. ) Like, this morning I had back to back to back meetings, and I feel totally zonked right now from having to be "on." I'm glad I can sit in my office with the door shut for the rest of the day.
Whenever I take the Meyers-Briggs I always come up a strong "I", but I'm not awkward or shy (I don't think. ) Like, this morning I had back to back to back meetings, and I feel totally zonked right now from having to be "on." I'm glad I can sit in my office with the door shut for the rest of the day.
Introversion does not necessarily come with a side dish of awkward or shy. You sound just like the way I feel after being around people. I have to have the ME time to recharge myself between the "ON" times.
Am I an introvert ? Yes. Do I also have a history of (offline) relationships ? Yes.
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I think that I'm attracted to forums in general because you can find like minded people to discuss your chosen topic/interest/hobby. Introverts cringe when they have to make small talk in real life. We're very quiet until there is a common interest, and then you can't shut us up.
That^, esp. the last line, is oh-so-true for me.
Quotes from Susan Cain's "Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking", 2012-
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pg.63: "[quoting Pete Cashmore] 'Perhaps social media affords us the control we lack in real life socializing: the screen as a barrier between us and the world.' "
"The same person who finds it difficult to introduce himself to strangers might establish a presence online and then extend these relationships into the real world."
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pg.107: "...as he [Jerome Kagan] notes that many high-reactives become writers or pick other intellectual vocations where 'you're in charge: you close the door, pull down the shades and do your work. You're protected from encountering unexpected things.' "
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pg.269: "This book is about introversion as seen from a cultural point of view. Its primary concern is the age-old dichotomy between the 'man of action' and the 'man of contemplation', and how we could improve the world if only there were a greater balance of power between the two types."
I ask this because there are a lot of adult virgins and people who have never had a date before in their life posting here.
seems like introverts are more drawn to message boards in general..just my personal observation i could be wrong
Not true. I come here to find out what other people think, amuse myself, laugh, etc. It's fun. I think we have more fun people posting on these boards than virgin introverts.
I'm not an introvert or socially awkward, I just enjoy posting here. I think a lot of posters here are just normal people who enjoy wasting time browsing around here. It's not that much different than watching TV or reading or anything else people do to pass the time. And there are a lot of other great boards besides the relationship centered ones - I'm a big fan of the pets and food & drink sections.
I'm not sure if that was just sloppy language, but introverts ARE normal. Depending on the study, 1/3 to 1/2 of the US population is considered introverted.
Another person mention the NYT best selling book, "Quiet". I just finished this book and it is excellent! I highly recommend reading it. The odds are either you, your spouse/significant other, family member, or child is introverted and this book will really help open your eyes and allow you to relate better to others.
I'm introverted and the book has really helped me get more comfortable with who I am naturally vs who I have to pretend to be at times at work or social situations.
I'm not sure if that was just sloppy language, but introverts ARE normal. Depending on the study, 1/3 to 1/2 of the US population is considered introverted.
Thank you. There was a post on here before as to whether introverts are looked upon negatively by society. The poll results by CDers indicated that people viewed them negatively. I was stunned. Sure, people are entitled to their opinions, but it almost bordered on ignorance. Your doctor, tax accountant, teacher, coworkers, friends, and family members may very well be introverted. Do you look down on them? No.
Google "famous introverts....you'll be surprised how many in history were considered introverts not to mention many famous contemporary indvidiuals as well.
I like ths as well...
What advantages does an introvert have? (if any)
According to Laney, author of The Introvert Advantage, there are several advantages to being an introvert:
work well with others, especially in one-to-one relationships
According to Laney, author of The Introvert Advantage, there are several advantages to being an introvert:
work well with others, especially in one-to-one relationships
maintain long-term friendships
flexible
independent
strong ability to concentrate
self-reflective
responsible
creative, out-of-the-box thinking
analytical skills that integrate complexity
studious and smart
I like this list. I'm probably more aligned with those in bold.
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) Like, this morning I had back to back to back meetings, and I feel totally zonked right now from having to be "on." I'm glad I can sit in my office with the door shut for the rest of the day.
