Sailing the Social Sea
Thriving as an Introvert in an Extroverted World
James Walker
Part 1 - Extrovert, Introvert, or Ambivert?
1
Types of Personalities
According to Jungian analytical psychology, there are two types of personalities - Extrovert and Introvert. The notion of “Ambivert”, which refers to a mix of both, was added to the paradigm later on.
Extroverts draw energy from actions. They act first and think later. The less they act, the less motivated they become to do so. Time spent in reflection takes a toll on them.
Introverts, on the other hand, draw energy from thinking and reflecting. They prefer to think first and act later. An Introvert will be exhausted by too much activity and communication. …show more content…
It has happened to all of us. An acquaintance invites us somewhere and we feel like we have to go so we do not hurt their feelings. Extroverts get energy out of things like this. We, on the other hand, end up feeling drained. I am not saying you should avoid socializing – you do anyway – but do consider what type of event you are going to before accepting.
Introverts often end up in toxic, one-sided relationships. We are usually good listeners and seem calm and collected, so we attract needy people. Sometimes we stay in relationships with them just so we are not alone. It would pay off to sit down and really analyze the relationship (you will do it perfectly – you are an introvert) and decide if you are not really better off with someone who is actually able to offer a satisfying relationship.
Introverts feel like they have to explain why they want to be alone or silent. In an Extroverted world, people think you are upset or sick if you say you need to be alone. Introverts need time on their own to recharge their batteries. We get energy from solitude and relaxation, while Extroverts get theirs from the outside world – communicating and socializing. It is OK to be yourself. You do not need to pretend to be an Extrovert. This is not just a piece of advice; it is an order. Did you know false extroversion can cause stress, burnout and a host of cardiovascular
Thriving as an Introvert in an Extroverted World
James Walker
Part 1 - Extrovert, Introvert, or Ambivert?
1
Types of Personalities
According to Jungian analytical psychology, there are two types of personalities - Extrovert and Introvert. The notion of “Ambivert”, which refers to a mix of both, was added to the paradigm later on.
Extroverts draw energy from actions. They act first and think later. The less they act, the less motivated they become to do so. Time spent in reflection takes a toll on them.
Introverts, on the other hand, draw energy from thinking and reflecting. They prefer to think first and act later. An Introvert will be exhausted by too much activity and communication. …show more content…
It has happened to all of us. An acquaintance invites us somewhere and we feel like we have to go so we do not hurt their feelings. Extroverts get energy out of things like this. We, on the other hand, end up feeling drained. I am not saying you should avoid socializing – you do anyway – but do consider what type of event you are going to before accepting.
Introverts often end up in toxic, one-sided relationships. We are usually good listeners and seem calm and collected, so we attract needy people. Sometimes we stay in relationships with them just so we are not alone. It would pay off to sit down and really analyze the relationship (you will do it perfectly – you are an introvert) and decide if you are not really better off with someone who is actually able to offer a satisfying relationship.
Introverts feel like they have to explain why they want to be alone or silent. In an Extroverted world, people think you are upset or sick if you say you need to be alone. Introverts need time on their own to recharge their batteries. We get energy from solitude and relaxation, while Extroverts get theirs from the outside world – communicating and socializing. It is OK to be yourself. You do not need to pretend to be an Extrovert. This is not just a piece of advice; it is an order. Did you know false extroversion can cause stress, burnout and a host of cardiovascular