Are you an Introvert or an Extrovert?

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Anonymous · Accepted Answer

I... think I am more introverted? I genuinely don't know... I think it has to depend on the setting I am in, because the thing that is making me feel confused is that I have been described as an extremely extroverted person and I am extremely social, that much is true, I love talking to people and I do genuinely want to go outside and spend time with others... But... I know from so many times of actually going out and meeting up with friends in town or somewhere else and doing something, it drains my energy super fast, I feel super uncomfortable if I go into town with multiple friends because all I think about is how it leaves a opening for me to ghosted while they converse among themselves, so I go pretty rigid in any group meetings, I prefer only seeing one friend at a time for this reason, so we can devote our attention to each other and nobody else.

And I do still feel a bit tired even from going out with one friend, but I think that is because I didn't grow up going out in towns with friends enough to be confident with the layout of it, so I get pretty stressed just by being in there and basically shadow my friend the whole time in order to avoid getting lost like an abandoned puppy T__T

But it's silly, because I love actually being in town and seeing things and buying stuff with my friend, that is something I always enjoy, it is just a matter of when we are on the move and need to co-ordinate through the streets that it stresses me out and also when I need to get home and remember the bus timetable that stress me.

I don't know... Am I extroverted... or Introverted... I like going out and seeing people but I also get stressed by a bunch of factors that come with actually going and meeting up with them in certain settings... I don't know what that makes me.

Browneye57 · Accepted Answer

Introvert. I'm just as happy alone as being around another or others. A lot of social interaction is very wearing. Along time to recharge.
Don't confuse introversion with shyness - the latter is a matter of social skills, which are learned. Same for confidence, I have no lacking in that department.

Introverts prefer meaningful conversation with one or two others. Extroverts enjoy a lot of casual banter with EVERYBODY.

Extroverts are revved up at parties and social gatherings. Introverts get worn out by them.

75% of the general population are extroverts - and they actually believe there's something wrong with introverts.

Mixed couples can be successful as long as the differences are recognized and accounted for. Lacking that it can cause real strife.

Everyone should at least learn a little bit about MBTI - personality trait typing - or Meyers Briggs Type Indicator. I've studied the science at length, have conducted successful marriage seminars using the process. I've had many couples thank me and tell me they were going to divorce but are no longer, are now able to work things out.

Personality typing reveals how people act, why they do what they do, how they gather and process information, and make decisions. And gives people a way to qualify and quantify personalities and interactions, and discuss them. It's pretty amazing stuff.

SimplyKayla02 · Accepted Answer

Neither
I'm an ambivert: I'm moderately comfortable with groups and social interaction, but also relish time alone, away from a crowd.

For some days I am all excited and people can notice it. I party, dance, talk to strangers with ease, not afraid to give a speech in public and can do almost anything that an extrovert would do. During such days I feel all charged up when I am with people.

After some time a transition takes place.

I talk less and start listening more. I think before putting my thoughts and opinion forward in front of people. I start finding my own company better than other humans who are not my family and best friend. I do not feel like interacting with people. Doing my own stuff and being isolated charges me up. During such days, I do not even utter a word to myself and yet remain in a state of absolute bliss. Solitary becomes my companion

Smoke-n-Growls · Accepted Answer

I am an introvert who successfully convinces everyone, including herself, that she is an extrovert until the "people" meter hits full and I experience terrible anxiety and withdraw for a period.

Then, do it all over again.

Still worthwhile. I'm slowly learning the "good" version of extrovert me to get adequate social interaction AND still retain enough distance for introvert me to be happy.

OlderAndWiser · Answer

At heart, I am an introvert, but. . . I am the president of two different organizations and I have forced myself to learn how to fake it and act like an extrovert on occasions that call for a high degree of socialization and interactions.

ShadezMcgee · Answer

I am an introvert by all means. I am not a guy that feels the need to be the center of attention, nor do I like to be. This can be both a good and bad thing.

Good: Personal time, lack of bad relationships, more introspective and knowing what is desired for personal well being, stronger and more tight group of friends/relationships,

Bad: May be ignored for being silent, can appear standoffish or give off arrogant vibe for being quiet, may not be chosen or thought of too much compared to extroverts.

There is more that ties into it, but this is just off the top of my head.

GoldenAxer · Answer

Extreme extrovert if these sorts of tests can deduce that. Besides them, I get energized being in social settings while I tend to start resembling an insane zombie muttering to myself if I spend too much time deprived of them.

VanillaSalt · Answer

Ambivert. Highly depends on the company, deed, or my mood at the time. Generally an introvert wanting company or an extra very wanting quiet though lmao.

electromagnetic · Answer

I’m an extrovert without actually wanting to be. Sometimes I want to be a moody molly but but bubbly talk to everyone personally doesn’t allow it.
I am pretty sure I’d struck a conversation with a robber if the opportunity arose.

Twix005 · Answer

Introvert. I like a lot of alone time. Work. Come home relax, paint in my small studio lol. I only have two friends I see a few times out a year. Their like me. But we still manage to have fun if we go out places. Couple of drinks can get me a bit extroverted then back into my shell I go.

Zentralleuchte · Answer

They used to say: "first think, then act".
Introversion lets you keep grounded with the things you are familiar with. Like bodily sensations or other well-known perceptions which then serve as an anchor for your thoughts. Extraversion distracts you and causes forgetfulness and errors in your trains of thought. This is why introverts are categorized as being smarter. When you cover too much terrain without checking your perceptional mistakes, you will end up with mental chaos exponentially. Better have a "restricted range of interests" than being a "party animal" (the SPs of today might become the SJs of tomorrow). Here seems to speak the wisdom of good old common sense.

Aethereal · Answer

I'm an introvert. The kind who can live happily with little human interaction beyond the occasional call to family and the necessary back-and-forth with the check-out cashier and delivery person. It's no exaggeration that lockdowns and quarantines since last year had no effect on me. They might have even improved my life, as I learned that I could have everything I needed delivered to my door.

I can feign extroversion up to a point. But that is so exhausting.

HawkPerception · Answer

People who meet me always assume I'm clearly extroverted. That's because I have no trouble socializing and I'm confident in my opinions. However, every time I do the Myers Briggs test, I end up with INTP and the description I believe accurately describes me. Although I have no trouble socializing with people, I would rather not unless it's small groups or 1 on 1 interactions. I avoid socializing otherwise.

IcedLemonade · Answer

I'm an extrovert because I need instant gratification, tend to drink quite often, and can't stand being by myself for prolonged periods or working a job where I get no recognition. But some people could mistake me as introverted since I dont talk to fat ugly people, all offense intended.

FreyaRed · Answer

Extro but I have occasionally phases when I want to be alone.

Anonymous · Answer

I'm somewhat in the middle. Once I get comfortable with the person, I'm extroverted. If I'm still getting to know them, or if they're just an acquaintance, then I'm an introvert. I don't know where I stand though, like sometimes, I'm super shy even around people I'm comfy with

sweetcocoa_ · Answer

I'm a full on introvert. I just mind my business and keep to myself. As I get older though I'm trying to make friends but it's really hard.

Alyssa11 · Answer

All my life I thought I was an extrovert, and since the pandemic now I've been working back at the office and just KILL ME I WANT EVERYONE TO LEAVE ME ALONE

Shiningtempest · Answer

@coachtanthony To be honest, I don't know if I am an introvert or an extrovert.

Little_Bumblebee · Answer

A social introvert. I like being social (with the right people), but it drains me and I need to recharge in my own privacy

Neykie09 · Answer

I'm a introvert at first but once I get to know you and feel comfortable around you then I'm more of a extrovert

butterflydivinity · Answer

Total introvert. I find happiness being indoors, but I am also keen on adventure as long as I am doing me, I am fine.

Wise4myage · Answer

I'm more of an extrovert online, and an introvert in public.

stupidgirlllll123 · Answer

Introvert. I'm the stiff dancer at parties and the person that just watches everyone talk.

MCheetah · Answer

Definitely an introvert. Also, mostly a misanthrope.  I just want a dog and a loyal girlfriend and I'll be happy.

15_Debo · Answer

Ambivert tbh but more introvert than extrovert but I love to be the life of party ans I also love solitude

legalboxers · Answer

I like staying inside. Not a fan of people or anything

karaspara · Answer

Introvert with the occasional splurge

ChrisMaster69 · Answer

Extrovert, goes with being a Geordie lol @karaspara

Jaymz666C · Answer

Im definitely an outrovert living in an introverts shell. My inner me often wants to scream out to everyone but gets silenced by the big wall that is my shell

Jayplays900 · Answer

Well, I am quite weird. I am usually extroverted at first, though any insult or disruption can cause immense introversion for months on end.

I can be extroverted, but I can turn back to introversion incredibly easily.

TacosRAwesome · Answer

I say introvert but sometimes I think I'm a broken extrovert.

Anonymous · Answer

A little bit of both. Most of the time I'm very introverted, but at times I really need some serious socializing

suisuiola · Answer

I'm an Introvert but at like 60% so I'm very much in between.

Sincerly_KittyCat · Answer

Ambivert I guess because it depends on the situation.

Corina_J · Answer

I am an extroverted introvert. Meyer's-Briggs INFJ/P

Wiredone · Answer

I'm mostly an extrovert but occasionally I like to be by myself. I love meeting new people and striking up conversations with people. It's how I promote my business.

Jlegacy · Answer

Ambivert. Who I am socially depends on the social environment I'm in.

Passion_Devil · Answer

Introvert. My social battery gets drained rather quickly

Dragonpurple · Answer

I've done some hours long tests on this before, came up as Ambivert.

sheikalana · Answer

I'm an introvert but when I feel comfortable I might turn into an extrovert LOL.

Relux47 · Answer

99% of the time I’m an introvert but I had a coworker that I feel like I could just talk to for hours. For some reason it was just easier for me to talk to her at work

maggie_c · Answer

I always say that I am both. I have never met a 100% introvert or extrovert.

exitseven · Answer

I do not think I am either. I am just uncomfortable around people.

convo_king89 · Answer

Introvert because I over think things, extrovert cuz I’m blunt and I’m funny and tent to ask a lot of questions.

Xylem1992 · Answer

Introvert. I like people, But to me social exchanges are work. Like I need to be alone and take a rest after.

DiegoO · Answer

I made a psychology test with an app. Pretty good for an app, although it's an app. My result: ambivert.

SpiderManFan2002 · Answer

Introvert through and through.

FatherJack · Answer

Introvert , but no lack of confidence from me. Introversion is commonly confused with shyness.

MysticDevice · Answer

Introvert 111%. People annoy me and public interaction exhausts me.

FinalFantasyBro · Answer

I am an introvert, I mainly prefer my own company and I ain't to great with big crowds anyway.

smahala1991 · Answer

ENFP but more of an ambivert depending on the day and circumstances

Guardian45 · Answer

WITHOUT A DOUBT I recharge by being alone in peace and quiet. INTROVERT!

MrSwisher · Answer

introverted, talking to strangers makes me uncomfortable and I like to keep to myself

AN_Wolfe · Answer

I'm both to be honest because I can be outgoing but also keep to myself at times. They call it an ambivert I think?

sawno · Answer

Extroverted introvert

Anonymous · Answer

I'll save you the trouble. If you're on this item ot's probably a 95% likelihood you're a introvert. Regardless of what you claim or pretend to be.

Ryfyle · Answer

I hold the general public in contempt. So an Extrovert.

Hispanic-Cool-Guy · Answer

Extrovert but only friendly with people I have a good connection with. I don't talk much.

Snakeyes7 · Answer

Introvert. I don't go out for the sake of going out.

Joshua0213 · Answer

Like a mix when getting to know someone introvert 100% but after a few months extremely extrovert

InferiorElegy · Answer

Completely an introvert with no extroversion at all.

Shinitai38 · Answer

Introvert. That’s one reason I can’t wait to quit my job at this daycare.

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