if you are like that normally and naturally then trying to act extroverted is'nt that ultimately being something that you are not?I mean fair enough an introvert should socialise and be friendly but at the end of the day you can only be you, and nobody can be you but you.
2007-06-07 02:28:35 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Other - Cultures & Groups
It is, but they are much more respected - usually they're creative people who are sensitive, and keep themselves to themselves
2007-06-07 02:32:55 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Well, I'm an introvert, but not extremely. And learning to be a bit more extroverted has only done good things for me. I think everyday life is harder for introverts, but that doesn't mean their lives are ultimately worse.
The good thing about being an introvert is understanding yourself and other people. Extroverts are always in there, talking, interacting, and a lot of them don't reflect much - they're too busy living in the moment. But there are a lot of personal skills and jobs that require reflection, working alone, and just shutting up and observing other people! So yes, I think coming out of your shell is a good thing, but being introverted is sometimes a very good thing too.
2007-06-07 04:32:19 · answer #2 · answered by Emily Rugburn 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is usually still a desire for social interaction for introverts, introverts just prefer a different approach to socialising. I prefer small groups, talking with my family or close friends for social situations. It takes longer and require more work, but I feel the experiences are more enjoyable and rewarding.
I do agree that you shouldn't try to be something that you're not, but introverts should not be a "snail" trapped in a shell or a hermit, aim for the middle ground, a step at a time.
2007-06-11 01:03:58 · answer #3 · answered by Nebulous 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are introverted, you don't need to come out your shell. Imagine if everyone in the world was an extrovert?
I think it is harder, extroverts don't normally seem to understand (from my experience, don't know about anyone else) I'm still friendly though, being an introvert doesn't change that.
I'm me, you're you. I think people need to realise that some people just can't be an extrovert.
2007-06-07 03:12:41 · answer #4 · answered by sparkle 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, I consider myself an introvert. Honestly I think the only difference between someone who is introverted and someone who is extroverted is how they go about socializing. The extrovert thrives on other people and needs to socialize to feel complete while the introvert can only socialize for small amounts of time and then afterwards they must get their alone time to recooperate.
2007-06-07 03:46:30 · answer #5 · answered by uknow 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am an extrovert, big time. In my mere opinion, I would find it difficult to be a introvert. I hang out with a man, who is my best friend, he is an introvert,although with me he seems to be more extroverted and likewise I may seem to be more introverted. Somehow, we temper each other, it is nice. I think when you are with the people that you trust, your personalities tend to mesh, the give and take of differences are good. When he becomes more extroverted, he is not pretending, he's just being who he is with me.
2007-06-07 03:10:12 · answer #6 · answered by gypsey 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think ohno has a good point, yet I have found many extroverts need the social whirl, the 'people' to be an extrovert. Otherwise a bit of a dull note.
Be who you are and the natural exhuberance will surface, yet not necessarily being an extrovert.
2007-06-07 05:34:11 · answer #7 · answered by jupiteress 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm introverted, but also confident - don't confuse the two. You can be quiet and in good shape as long as you have confidence. Quite often extroverts turn out to be terribly insecure behind the facade.
Whatever else, you are right - don't try to be what you're not, that can only lead to stress and grief
2007-06-07 02:33:08 · answer #8 · answered by dave w 5 · 6⤊ 0⤋
Are we confusing an introvert with someone who lacks confidence. As one who will shake from head to foot before he goes into a room full of strangers I know what it is like to be lonely in company. The only way I can get round this is to enter the room with someone else. Usual tricks hold open the door let them through and slip in quietly, someone will talk to me briefly and then I relax. it's awful if no-one does but then i can slip out again
2007-06-07 02:40:39 · answer #9 · answered by Scouse 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Life isn't harder and you shouldnt try to be extroverted if thats not who you are. This just means that you aren't as outspoken or outgoing. Nothing wrong with that.
2007-06-07 02:40:46 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Being an introvert is good if you are not too interested in socialising, if you are interested in socialising then you are not really an introvert!
2007-06-07 02:33:54 · answer #11 · answered by ALLEN B 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋