[Discussion] Introvert vs Extrovert in brains

Akemi

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Meaning of:

Introvert:

Introverts (or those of us with introverted tendencies) tend to recharge by spending time alone. They lose energy from being around people for long periods of time, particularly large crowds.

Extrovert:

Extroverts, on the other hand, gain energy from other people. Extroverts actually find their energy is sapped when they spend too much time alone. They recharge by being social.



Quote from a website:

“A widely held, but rarely articulated, belief in our society is that the ideal self is bold, alpha, gregarious” – Susan Cain

In Western society, extroversion (properly, extraversion) is celebrated: the outgoing and enthusiastic nature of a person who gets things done and is a great communicator is considered an asset. Much of our public life is dominated by extraverts, such as Clinton and Thatcher, among others. In fact we’re living in an “extrovert ideal”: in a University of North Carolina study, it was found that 96% of managers and executives display extravert characteristics.

“When words are many, sin is not absent, but he who holds his tongue is wise.”

Proverbs 10:19

At the same time, negative traits popularly associated with the extravert as well as the positive traits of the introvert make it appear that introverts are actually more intelligent. Excitability, a lack of self criticism, a tendency to speak before they think and a lack of internal contemplation are all associated with an extravert personality. On the other hand, quietness, seriousness and a tendency to detach themselves to go and consider things carefully make it seem that introverts are smarter.

Several studies exist to support our assumption that introverts are smarter. A study by “The Gifted Development Center” found that around 60% of gifted children are introverted (compared with 30-50% of the population) and that the same is true of 75% of highly gifted children.


if you want to know what you are:


Remember:Einstein was introvert. U_U
 

Norman Bates

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I am an introvert through and through. One would believe Mother is an extrovert, she is more than I, but she is an introvert as well. We really like a simple, small life with each other and a small group of people.

I think it's good to find a balance, enjoy alone time and also enjoy being with out and about, but don't change who you are. Do not force anything. Enjoy your life. Do not bend for society. Do you.
 

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As an introvert I can confirm this. I can spend one night with friends but I have to spend the next day alone or I'll be totally exhausted and frustrated. Even chatting with people via the internet is taxing, just not as much as having to spend time with them irl. :eww:
 
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As an introvert I can confirm this. I can spend one night with friends but I have to spend the next alone or I'll be totally powerless and frustrated. Even chatting with people via the internet is taxing, just not as much as having to spend time with them irl. :eww:

Yes, that's exactly the same with me.
 

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I'm a mix of both. Really it depends on my mood.

when I took the test I was 'private extrovert' who feels ok with family and friends but extremely introvert with others.
 

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An introvert that's stupid lel

Edit

Seems I' got "You are more of a public extravort and private introvert"

Lel I always bounce around from intro to extrovert with these tests.

Some of these answers I just didn't really agree with though :mad:_@:
 
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Says I'm a "public extravort and private introvert"
 

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shoutout to my fellow introverts.
 

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As an introvert I can confirm this. I can spend one night with friends but I have to spend the next day alone or I'll be totally exhausted and frustrated. Even chatting with people via the internet is taxing, just not as much as having to spend time with them irl. :eww:
i get this.
 

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when I took the test I was 'private extrovert' who feels ok with family and friends but extremely introvert with others.

I took the test and I got "You are more of a Public Extrovert and Private Introvert".

Which is close I guess. I am a mix of both, but I can also be a public introvert as well if I'm not in the mood. I also talk to myself out loud when I'm alone a good amount of the time. Which is extroverting my thoughts.
 

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Lose energy huh? I guess the definition is spot on. I hate crowded places the most and I really do feel at peace when I'm alone. I unfortunately also find it hard to chat for long periods.
Anyways, Einstein was an introvert? Well...shame on me then.
 

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It's sad the a lot of people will just skim over this or deny it, that's how the highly stupid extroverted functions.
 
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