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Introverts vs Extroverts

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tiersta · 09/10/2023 22:59

Food for thought.

AIBU to think you are only going to be an introvert if you have had your confidence knocked continuously? By one person or multiple.

Why else would you worry about saying things you want to say?

Speaking how you feel...

Surely you would be an extrovert if you hadn't been shut down in the past?

OP posts:
DaisyWaldron · 09/10/2023 23:04

I'm an introvert, and I don't think I'm any less confident than extroverts, or worry any more about saying things. I just find it tiring to be around other people, even though it's often enjoyable.

Orangetattoo · 09/10/2023 23:04

Lifelong introvert here, I can recall introverted qualities as far back as my first year of school. Used to be quiet and shy, now just quiet. Love the company of others but I recharge in the company of myself 😊

LordEmsworth · 09/10/2023 23:03

Do you know what introvert and extrovert mean?

I am an introvert and I have no problem whatsoever telling people stuff they don't want to hear.

I do, however, find it tiring to be in a big group, difficult to make small talk with strangers, and embarrassing to interrupt someone else talking. That's not due to a lack of confidence.

echt · 09/10/2023 23:03

You beat me to it, @FOJN.

I'm an introvert but you'd never guess it on meeting me or in my work. Lots of confidence and good at public speaking, but boy do I need downtime.

WhateverMate · 09/10/2023 23:02

Strange thing to start a thread about without even Googling what the two words mean? Confused

FOJN · 09/10/2023 23:01

It's helps if you understand what introvert and extrovert mean. Being an introvert does not mean you are shy or lack confidence, its often quite the opposite.

Extroverts are energised by company. Introverts are recharged by solitude.