Taj Pereira Posted December 13, 2011 Report Share Posted December 13, 2011 (edited) You don't have to be a genius or stay at home 24/7 studying to be successful in life. But most of the time, you need to be able to work with people to be successful.I think you touched on a good point there. However, not all introverts are study-maniacs. I think rather that they just like to tend to themselves. Sure, in most Asian cultures it is typical for classmates to be introverted but that's more due to their cultural customs and traditions to honor/respect the elder/wise.I think this thread is becoming too wound up in the notion that extroverts are generalized to be people like the stereotypical american school jock and that introverts are nerds. There is no causation for each, perhaps there are some stark correlations but they do not suffice a conclusion like this.I'm probably just over paranoid about denotation. But to take up on the implied meanings of these words. I think that it does not need to be a balance between the two but instead, they should aspire to do what they feel. We are all made differently and so, we may garner greater satisfaction being a hardcore introvert than leading a balanced lifestyle. However I feel we should only make this decision after immersing ourselves in both situations.I myself, tend to sway between being an extrovert and introvert, not really balancing between them but vacillating between the two. I alternate based on my current disposition and I haven't had any problems as I believe this changing helps me in the ultimately varied world we live in. Edited December 13, 2011 by Taj Pereira Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mahuta ♥ Posted December 14, 2011 Report Share Posted December 14, 2011 You know, I only realized I am introvert when I read a paragraph describing an introverted person. I personally found it extremely accurate, for those of you who aren't sure about introversion and whether they are depressed people or missing out on a lot of fun, please read more about it. Introversion and Anti-Socialism Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
awesomefxt Posted February 10, 2012 Report Share Posted February 10, 2012 Introvert pros: -Usually a better listener -doesn't annoy you by babbling 24/7 (met some extroverts like that) -respect the silence cons: -No socialising (like Kapoww said) -People may consider you as less friendly -Might get stepped on their feet since they don't impose themselves enough -Might sometimes be too shy to ask questions when needed => so don't understand some things i probably could find more cons if I tried… too lazy though somes cons for extroverts: (i just have to add this) -Can be a bit to much over the top -have a lot of friends but have superficial relationships like blind pet said -might miss out on studying time for a party -… can't think of anything more, but I'm sure something will come to me ^^ Yes!! The cons of being introvert are what I am exactly facing with. Every time when I get into a new class people just think I'm weird because I always keep silent when they are gossiping or discussing on a heat topic. Sometimes I become so annoyed only because I really don't know how to talk with them, how to make friends with these people. And also, if I don't understand what teacher is talking about in the class, I'll mostly struggled whether to ask immediately, and when I finally get a result, rest of the class has already moved on. 1 Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eizhowa Posted July 10, 2012 Report Share Posted July 10, 2012 I think extroverts miss out on certain things in life just as introverts do. And I get the whole "missing out on relationship-argument", but I would just like put it out there and remind people that the most important relationship you will ever have is the one you have with yourself. If that relationship is bad, any other you venture into will be affected too.Also, you would have to be a very extreme introvert to not hang out with people at all. I like other introverts because they are low-maintenance. You can not see them for a long while and still pick it up exactly where you was when you left it. Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Milkaturtle Posted July 11, 2012 Report Share Posted July 11, 2012 (I know there are arguments, that Introverts have a lot to sayI am an Introvert and that is absolutely true! I can talk non stop, but that rarely happens, unless I really want to say someting or when I'm with my closest friends Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
caroline.st18 Posted August 13, 2012 Report Share Posted August 13, 2012 I am an introvert. Sometime I feel that I want to bring me out of myself, but I can't talking with people.I can hardly imagine that i have friends. Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brenda Wijaya Posted August 23, 2012 Report Share Posted August 23, 2012 I might consider myself being 65 extrovert and 35 introvert.I think there are times when we need to be an introvert (we don't be extrovert at all times).While being an introvert is not bad but i'll say not that good as well.Whatever you are, trust me it's designated for the best of you and it is you. So cheers! Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
funny10sport Posted August 29, 2012 Report Share Posted August 29, 2012 I don't think being an Introvert is necessarily a "Good" or a "Bad" thing. Its just a personality/ state.I think people should just realize that in this world, there are different types people with different types of personalities. It just so happens that there are relatively more people who have the qualities and characteristics of an extrovert compared to people who have introvertial qualities. And because of that ratio, introverts just seem like "the odd one out." And thats where all the stereotypes come in (some true but not in all cases)..According to psychology...Introvert: A person characterized by concern primarily with his or her own thoughts and feelings over their external environment. So basically someone who recharges or gets their energy by being alone.Extrovert: the state of being concerned primarily with things outside the self, with the external environment rather than with one's own thoughts and feelings. Someone who get their energy by being surrounded by people. I personally find myself more of an introvert but like others here, I just find my balace. Being too much of one or the other, I think isn't so good. Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
macrofire Posted August 29, 2012 Report Share Posted August 29, 2012 I don't think being an Introvert is necessarily a "Good" or a "Bad" thing. Its just a personality/ state.I think people should just realize that in this world, there are different types people with different types of personalities. It just so happens that there are relatively more people who have the qualities and characteristics of an extrovert compared to people who have introvertial qualities. And because of that ratio, introverts just seem like "the odd one out." And thats where all the stereotypes come in (some true but not in all cases)..According to psychology...Introvert: A person characterized by concern primarily with his or her own thoughts and feelings over their external environment. So basically someone who recharges or gets their energy by being alone.Extrovert: the state of being concerned primarily with things outside the self, with the external environment rather than with one's own thoughts and feelings. Someone who get their energy by being surrounded by people. I personally find myself more of an introvert but like others here, I just find my balace. Being too much of one or the other, I think isn't so good.That being said, while you portray introverts as such, in real life, many people view introverts and their personalities differently. By being preoccupied with their thoughts, people may think that introverts are ignoring them (some even believe they are being ignored out of spite). Others see introvertedness as the lack of a will to speak out first. Sometimes, its the impression that introverts give to others that make being introverted a "bad" thing. Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Violet7 Posted August 30, 2012 Report Share Posted August 30, 2012 If you haven't seen this TED talk, you should watch it: http://www.ted.com/talks/lang/en/susan_cain_the_power_of_introverts.htmlIt's a pretty interesting view on introverts! Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
funny10sport Posted August 31, 2012 Report Share Posted August 31, 2012 That being said, while you portray introverts as such, in real life, many people view introverts and their personalities differently. By being preoccupied with their thoughts, people may think that introverts are ignoring them (some even believe they are being ignored out of spite). Others see introvertedness as the lack of a will to speak out first.Sometimes, its the impression that introverts give to others that make being introverted a "bad" thing.The definitions of Introverts and extroverts I posted above are dictionary definitions. I understand what you are saying. But at the same time, that is just other people assuming things. True, we may not speak out first but once we talk, we really talk. We just tend to observe primarily, (I do, that is) before jumping right in. Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kllerwhalex Posted September 8, 2012 Report Share Posted September 8, 2012 (edited) Being a introvert allows you to do things your friends don't want to do. eg. Mountain climbing Edited September 8, 2012 by kllerwhalex Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrimsonRed Posted September 10, 2012 Report Share Posted September 10, 2012 (edited) I personally like to be with people who are Extrovert because I personally find it hard to get into discussions on a general topic. They can go on and on about something for a long time, allowing me to listen which is something I find easy, and allowing my mind to wander free on other demanding tasks. Its good to socialize with people and learn to communicate with others. Though I shouldnt really be giving advice, since I prefer to read a book rather than talking or being with others. Edited September 10, 2012 by CrimsonRed Reply Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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