extrovert vs. introvert?
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I would think introverts would be more common. Most of the extroverts I know, including me have had to make an effort to be so, although over time it became comfortable. I think the parent would worry equally about both, for everyone wants a child who is a little of both, although this never happens. I would worry more though about the introvert, because society at large deals better with the extrovert, to a general degree.
445392
They freak me out too sometimes. I think for me it is because i am more introverted than extroverted. I dont like the feeling of having to be "on" for an extended period of time, socializing and talking and making good impressions. To me it is draining and I would usually rather listen to some good music. However its good to force yourself once in a while so you dont become a shut-in. The trick is moderation and respecting your own unique personality because its ok to not like those situations. Good luck.
176406
An ambivert has tendencies towards extroversion and introversion.\n\nAn ambivalent person has contradictory attitudes towards a person or thing.
1018730
Shy people are often stronger for their childhoods.  I just read an article about shy CEOs, who would much rather be at home by themselves then schmoozing at a party.  I was shy growing up and I think the difference that I saw as a girl was that, my inntroverted nature often led me to be seen as a bitch.  I didn't talk to people a lot so they assumed I thought I was better then them, when in reality I was just shy.  There are character aspects that shy people admire about ougoing people and vise versa.  Outgoing people are just more vocal about putting shy people down because often times they wish they could be more reflective.
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I've always been a type A personality which could often make for an interesting dilemma for an introverted trait.  Now, I'm still A but I like to slide into B and hang out a lot more.  Good question & thanks for asking!  :)
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I do experience the same.\nYou and I know perfectly well that the world we now living in is extroverts orientated although 50% of the world's population are introverts.\n\nMost people look for those who are active and social person to have relationship with; most employers hire those who seems to be outgoing and outspoken individruals to fill the emptied position. And in school, most teachers still see an introvert as a problem and try to change it.\n\nWe introverts having experience all that, I still feel good and proud to be an introvert. Because I'm not only know that I am different from others, it's because I know myself, and I know my strengths can be a blessing to most people.\n\nI came to know my special gift (which is still unknown to my parents and siblings) which allows me to reach deep into other's inner world, allow me to have a moment of connection with another person, both introvers and extroverts. And that is unique to me.\n\nI noticed that in this fast rushing world, some of the introverts like me play an important role as a Listener; a Healer; an Empath; an Advocator; and a Guide.\n\nBecause most people go on with their own life, having no acknowledgement of their true self. When comes to making a decision, they may not have an answer for themselves that feel okay with. And as an introvert, I have more advantage in this situation; that I can either help myself or others to choose wisely.\n\nI agreed that we should not try to be an 'extrovert wannabe', that will only make a fool to ourself. We are born introverts, and there is not much that we can change that. To feel good about ourself, we simply just trun inward to look inside our own inner world, and locate the strengths and gift that lay deep within us.
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personality. last longer
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I was always the quiet one, but when you do finally speak up people definitely listen.  I prefer to be the listener and watcher.  See how people interact and react.  You can learn a whole lot more being the one who listens instead of the one who talks all the time.  Be open when you want to be and speak up when you feel passionate about something or someone.  You'll be fine!
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Friendship is more important to some people than others.  I do believe that one should have associates at least, too always be isolated is not good for you.  If you are not the type to give of yourself to a friend in almost the same effort as a relationship then socializing would be best for you. Like me I'm moody and very picky about people I don't have allot of friends.  I tend to focus in more on family and the special little and big things they bring to my life.   I have lost about 4 friends (so called) in less than 5 years, so I'm through with that now myself.  Just be free you don't belong to anybody but yourself.  Joining social and creative groups with people most like you for me is more beneficial than friends!
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Being shy is only a trait which will ware off in time.\n\nShyness is not a turnoff and at times it's better to have a shy girl than a robustly outgoing girl which can at times become a turnoff.\n\n\nSo chill, you're doing ok.\n\nTake care and have a great day.
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Well, it's really a tricky question and should not be taken literally.  Every person has a core personality that has been there since birth and moulded by external influences while growing up.  One can be an introvert or an extrovert, one who likes music and dancing and one who has two left feet and tone deaf.  Some of these personal qualities remain constant but can be tempered or maybe improved through personality development or by constantly looking for ways to become a better person.  Being yourself does not mean becoming lazy and complacent of your lot because the present you is who you really are.  It entails discovering or deciphering what you can change in yourself for the better and accepting what you cannot change(read desiderata).  if you are shy, then find ways to overcome your shyness, be a bit outgoing and don't become a hermit and a loner because you think that is who you are.  On the other hand, if you're lacking in physical attractiveness, then accept it as it is.  You can only change so much.  Look at how Michael Jackson looks now, it's a shame. Being yourself also entails having a sense of self, knowing who you really are, what you can do, sticking to your values and beliefs and not succumbing to peer pressures or demands of a group.  Well, what I can say, is that with the way our society behaves and in this world of extreme materialism and obsession to the physical self and mundane matters, it is not easy to be oneself, probably it is easier living a lie and following the way of the world.  But then again, it all boils down to personal choice and what kind of life you really want to live.  Cheers.
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I have dated both, and I married an introvert - but I think it depends highly on what you're looking for in a mate.  \n\nAn extrovert will generally be charming, have more experience with relationships, be "better" in bed, be better at expressing themselves in an argument, have more self-confidence, independence, etc.  However, they are also more likely to get bored easily, cheat on you, have commitment issues, blah blah blah.\n\nAn introvert will generally be more dependable, attentive, and will probably never cheat.  In fact, most introverts probably have only had a couple real relationships their whole life.  They're usually quite picky about who they give their attention to, so if you're one of the people they choose, you have to be willing to spend a lot of time with them.  They can be a little needy, and will generally have a lower self-esteem than most extroverts, so it can be easier to hurt their feelings.\n\nOf course, these are just common traits of introverts and extroverts, and by no means am I saying that ALL traits will apply to ALL people - after all, my hubby is definitely an introvert, but he has one of the highest self-esteems I've ever encountered.  This is just meant as sort of a rough guideline as to what you can expect with either type.\n\nI don't know if that's what you were really looking for in an answer, but I enjoyed writing it!  Good luck to you!
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I find shy girls far more attractive than boisterous outgoing flirting with everybody girls.  'Course I'm shy too.  But there goes the opposites attract theory.
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quiet...\n\nyep, quiet!\n\nthen i have my off days where i am very hyper...(weird, isnt it, how being hyper is an "off day")\n\nthat's me, though!
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I had been shy but I am not shy now yet, I am quiet like you so being shy is different from being quiet. I think when you have not something to talk and do not talk you are not shy and you can call yourself absolutely normal. but it sometimes occurs to me(us) that I want to start conversation with a stranger (or even a familiar person) but I can not. I think these times I am afraid not to have a good impact on him/her and be rejected. this fear is because of low self esteem  which roots in painful experiences in the past(you may remember when expressed yourself, they laughed at you).\nNow, I hope these tips be helpful for you:\n1-in such situations where you want to start a conservation, remind yourself that the pain of rejection is far less than the pain of regret. \n2-try to be a starter. do not wait for others to make conservation. I think, being a starter requires social skills which you may have not enough of it. but, the only way to acquire skills is experience .you would fail in some of these experiences and it hurt you but remember; "NO PAIN, NO GAIN".\n3-Read some books about "First Impressions". they help you to rise your self esteem.\n4-do not label yourself as shy. when you repeatedly say "I am shy" accordingly you will act like a shy person.\n5-Look at talkative persons. they usually do not care about what they say and what the effect is.I think it is better not to be too much worried about our expressions.
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Aw. some of these responses are mean.  Anyway, a boring person is someone who talks endlessly without having a sense of whether you're interested or not...that talks about random things just to talk, and doesn't stop to let me talk or listen.
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I'm an introvert, I don't rely on approval from others and I don't like being with people who drain me, especially people who don't put any effort into being interesting or entertaining and behave like sponges.\n\nI can enjoy being quite social and extroverted in a big way for short periods but I need my down time alone to think...I'm mostly very serious and even when I ask silly questions here it's because usually they are associated to something of deeper significance...though I do throw in a red herring just for fun every so often to annoy certain people or wind them up.