At the very beginning of the 20th century, the psychiatrist Karl Jung described a special psychological type of personality, literally "turned inward, " namely, introversion. A self-absorbed introvert is the flip side of a noisy and active extrovert and according to statistics in the world there are 30% versus 70%, respectively. So, what are the main distinguishing features of introverts.
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The most important difference is that the introvert draws energy from its own reserves. He does not need to "feed" from others, as his extrovert antagonist does.
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Long contact with people is always stressful, especially with strangers. And precisely for this reason, sensitive introverts are much more comfortable working alone.
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An introvert always knows what to do with himself, and if it seems to someone a real torment to be in four walls, then the introvert feels great in such an environment. He is never bored alone with himself.
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The introvert is prone to introspection, laconic, prefers to listen more than speak. And by the way, these people are wonderful listeners, that's who should learn from this beautiful line. And if he says, then only about those things that really interest him, you will never hear conversations from them about anything. Outwardly calm, but this does not exclude a storm of emotions inside. Many mistake this for arrogance or excessive modesty.
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Many people are often annoyed by excessive inhibition or slowness of the introvert. In a conversation, he may allow prolonged pauses. But all this happens because often the introvert selects words very carefully or thinks through his actions.
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Introverts who put on an extrovert mask can also meet. They are difficult to recognize, but in a conversation they prefer to talk about their interlocutor, and topics related to their personal lives are carefully avoided.
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In work, these people are very responsible, punctual. If something gets out of control, it doesn’t go according to plan - they start to get nervous.
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They try to minimize contact with people. And therefore, for them, as for no one else, it is very important to find a suitable job so that it does not remind them of hell.
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The extreme form of introversion often leads to a serious problem - sociophobia. But this is another story and it is necessary to influence it with the help of a specialist.
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Do not assume that introverts have neither family, nor friends, nor normal work. This is a huge misconception. You just need to understand that these subtle people are not able to open to everyone, but only to the chosen circle. No need to blame them for being uncommunicative or insular or to impose their communication is a big mistake. It is necessary to give the introvert time and if he sees a point of contact in a person, a single wave, then he will certainly let into his heart and it will be very difficult to find a more faithful, sincere and best friend.