Amazing Facts About Introverts and Extroverts

Amazing Facts About Introverts and Extroverts

Facts 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.

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.

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

5 Myths/Facts About Extraverts

1. One such idea is that extroverts are domineering. Some extroverts might very well be quite directional; however that trait might be a cover up for something. That something might be a person in their life that is so reserved that they do not even say anything for any reason. The extrovert therefore is left to take a lead roll even though they are not domineering at all.

2. Another bad label is that they are self assured to a fault. Some extroverts might be self reliant, independent, have specific opinions and other strong self esteem traits too. These characteristics can be solid attributes, unless they are pushed onto a person who does not stand firmly on their ground.

3. Along with being verbose, an extrovert is often labeled a non listener. Some extroverts listen well enough that they can actually talk and listen at the same time. Quite often a trained ear of an extrovert can listen to more than one conversation while talking too. An extrovert does not have to be wordy to be considered outgoing.

4. Opinionated is a harsh word to pin on anyone. Everyone has opinions and specific pet peeves as well. The triggers for everyone varies immensely as they do with the extrovert. The extrovert most often will be the first to give their ideas about a certain subject. This is often done because no one else comes forward to lead the way. The extrovert goes to the head of the line when they take the initiative in sharing their enlightenment. Many people do not like to discuss annoyances. The extrovert is most often a problem solver, so that opinion about any pet peeve is said with no reservation.

5. Teens can appear self confident and often take initiative to end unwanted relationships seemingly to avoid an introverted personality label. It is through maturity a extrovert personality might be formed yet transformed from also. Jungian testing is offered in the resource below, so click on the link for psychological ideas not necessarily an evaluation.

Source: http://psychology1.knoji.com/psychology-of-the-extrovert-personality/

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