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Are you and introvert who sometimes wishes they were more "out there"? Do you ever wish you were "that friend" that goes around bragging about having done all the coolest and wildest things lately? Do you want to be the friend that lives most like a celebrity, or is that "not your style"?
note: this is NOT to say introverts are less inclined to be risk-takers or have fun.
I'm an introvert. And nope, I like the way I am. I want to talk to those who really is interested to get to know me. I like being able to tell who is acting fake. I like being alone so I can do things at my pace, my way. I don't like being in the center of anyone's attention as my life is not their business. I go out a lot with my husband, close friends and family. I don't feel the need to brag about my adventures or the need for approval from anyone about what I do, should do or could do.
I used to be an extrovert, before I even knew what it means to be one.
It used to drive me insane not being around people, being sociable. Like watching those "You know you're an extrovert when..." was something I was, 101%. Then as I got older, I guess I've become an introvert, because now, I just don't care for any of those and be able to relate more with the, "You know you're an introvert when...".
So personally, for me, since I used to be the extrovert, no, it's not something I'd wish to come back to. I just want my little corner now.
I am an extrovert & I think its over rated. Eventually your friends get busy with their lives & you end up craving a simple, routine life with few close friends & family. You hear people say being an extrovert helps with your career but the downside is when everyone knows you then your mistakes will be magnified as well. One bad move & everyone is talking about you. I don't regret being an extrovert because that's who I am. Sometimes I do admire introverts as they seem to be more respected & people think they are very smart & mysterious. I love my social life but I have to be very careful about dealing with different personality types as there are so many chances of conflicts & misunderstandings. Be true to yourself & don't force yourself to be something else just to fit in the crowd. People can sense when you are trying to be fake. Instead, find your crowd.
Reminds me of an episode on parks & recreation ("Camping") where Ron Swanson's camping group of kids switch to Leslie's group as she has typical fun activities planned. Ron is an introvert who enjoys peace & quiet whereas Leslie is an extrovert & a people's person so Ron's group obviously gravitates towards her. Ron feels dejected as he is not an extrovert like Leslie so Leslie gives an ad in the newspaper inviting kids for a camp where they don't have to socialize with others & are free to sit around & enjoy the peace & quiet of the woods, just like Ron does. A group of kids show up & Ron takes them camping. So you have to find your kind & hangout with them rather than change yourself.
It's totally terrible to be so uncomfortable meeting new people, to dread going to gatherings, to hear your voice shake when you have to speak in front of others, to replay events in your mind because you feel like you were an idiot.
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