INTROVERTS..

An introvert is often thought of as a quiet, reserved, and thoughtful individual. They don’t seek out special attention or social engagements, as these events can leave introverts feeling exhausted and drained.

Introverts are the opposite of extroverts. Extroverts are often described as the life of a party. They seek out interaction and conversations. They aren’t one to miss a social gathering, and they thrive in the frenzy of a busy environment.

Psychologist Carl Jung was the first person to describe these two personality extremes back in the 1960. He wrote that introverts and extraverts could be separated based on how they regain energy. (The term “extrovert” is now used more commonly than “extravert”).

In the age of social media, networking and global never-ending communication, introverts are often viewed as rather inefficient. They are considered as people who would not happily express their opinion during the staff meetings or actively participate in brainstorming sessions. They are often considered to not be good at multitasking or be particularly charismatic. They are rarely at the center of attention at a party, and they often ignore their smartphones for hours in a row. These days, when we believe that big tasks require the active participation of large groups of people working together, being an introvert could come as a disadvantage.

Personality traits of an introvert

• You prefer time to yourself
• You are drained by social interactions
• You prefer working alone
• You have a close circle and like it that way
• You are introspective and curious
• You're accused of zoning out a lot
• You prefer writing over talking
• You will be more egoistic

One study Trusted Source shows that introverts are more likely to be diagnosed with depression. This could be, another study Trusted Source suggests, because introverts don’t feel happy as often as extroverts. It’s unclear why introverts don’t report higher happiness levels, but it may have a lot to do with how introverts identify happiness. Introverts prefer a higher quality of friendships and emotional regulation. It may be difficult to achieve this high level of satisfaction constantly.

But don’t discard introverts altogether: some of the most successful people in the world are introverts. Albert Einstein, Bill Gates, and even social media inventor Mark Zuckerberg are all self-confessed introverts.

These findings are important, as earlier it was believed that unsociability can be harmful. Now the researchers demonstrated that unsociability might be even beneficial. Healthy introverts prefer to spend more time alone, but this does not mean a complete social withdrawal. They would usually have just enough of social interaction. Creative people prefer being alone, and at the same time, they spend enough time in the company of others.

There is a general belief that specific profession demand more sociable personality and extroverts are better in the leadership roles. However, this is not always accurate, and research shows that a lot depends on the collective nature of the employees. Introvert bosses are more successful if the employees are more sociable. On the other hand, extrovert bosses are better in a leadership role if the employees are less proactive. But on the other hand, there is a real danger for the physical and mental health of those who are alone. 

If a person does not like to socialize too much, there is nothing wrong with him or her. It is important that the solitude is a person’s choice and not forced upon him/her: even the classical introverts need few good friends.But you may talk to your friends, family or the person you trust... Sometimes talk can help us more than counselling sessions..☺☺

At the end..

DON'T THINK OF INTROVERSION AS SOMETHING THAT NEEDS TO BE CURED... SPEND YOUR FREE TIME THE WAY YOU LIKE, NOT THE WAY YOU THINK YOU'RE  SUPPOSED TO...❤

Ritika Pandey✌👍👍