Really enjoyed this read. Could relate to almost all of it. I was traumatized quite a bit when I was younger, so I can be easily triggered, but learned to keep it to myself and spent hours processing rather than reacting, although I did that too. Somehow I learned very early that there was so much more than me and turned trauma into hunger for knowledge. Reading became my great escape at a very young age. I thank God every day for all my blessings and turn every negative self reflection into deeper understanding of my self and others and walk away more positive, optimistic and fortified. But since I’ve been reading your comments on introverts it has clarified and reinforced my understanding a lot! Thank you for your insights.
Very nicely written post, it made me feel suitably attacked. I especially felt the points about silence ≠ rejection and comparing yourself with extroverts. I wrote on a similar topic this week on managing self-doubt - it’s free to read if you want to take a look. Here’s to all my fellow introverts ❤️
Wow! This was very very useful for me. I am confident and extroverted at work but introverted everywhere else. It has caused an enormous amount of stress between my wife and I. This article helped me understand the “why” a little bit better. Thank you!
I want to do great things with people, but I don't want to socialize. Is there a way to do that?
I’m not sure you meant this to be funny, but it’s hysterical!
Really enjoyed this read. Could relate to almost all of it. I was traumatized quite a bit when I was younger, so I can be easily triggered, but learned to keep it to myself and spent hours processing rather than reacting, although I did that too. Somehow I learned very early that there was so much more than me and turned trauma into hunger for knowledge. Reading became my great escape at a very young age. I thank God every day for all my blessings and turn every negative self reflection into deeper understanding of my self and others and walk away more positive, optimistic and fortified. But since I’ve been reading your comments on introverts it has clarified and reinforced my understanding a lot! Thank you for your insights.
I loved this, thank you!
I think you ticked every box… perfect!
“Silence is an emptiness. It is meaningless until you begin to give it meaning.” — this really resonated. Thank you!
Very nicely written post, it made me feel suitably attacked. I especially felt the points about silence ≠ rejection and comparing yourself with extroverts. I wrote on a similar topic this week on managing self-doubt - it’s free to read if you want to take a look. Here’s to all my fellow introverts ❤️
I was going to highlight one line that resonated, until it became 2 then 3, then the whole thing. I feel both understood and exposed.
Wow! This was very very useful for me. I am confident and extroverted at work but introverted everywhere else. It has caused an enormous amount of stress between my wife and I. This article helped me understand the “why” a little bit better. Thank you!
A nice well without a bucket. That's all I need to remember 🙏
I need to make this into a poster and pin it to my wall. =-)
#4. Ugh.