Even introverts can learn how to relax in social situations, but the additional stimulus can be overwhelming for sure.
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frickineh@lemmy.world 6 days ago
Literally the only defining characteristic is how much energy you have after socializing. The rest of this is total bs. I love being social if I’m in the mood, but I’m still an introvert because it wears me out. L
Rekorse@sh.itjust.works 6 days ago
conditional_soup@lemm.ee 6 days ago
Agreed. I can turn extrovert on when I need to; it’s a skill you can learn, like anything, but it’s not my default mode.
magnus@lemmy.ahall.se 6 days ago
Exactly this. I am a very social person when among people, but pay a price for it afterwards, as I’m drained of energy.
Introverts gains energy by being by them selves. Extroverts needs to be with other persons to gain energy,
That said, most people are not neccessarily completely one or the other.
I understand where the misconception comes from though. Seems likely that being introvert often leads to not be very social since you’re “punished” for it by your own mind.
frickineh@lemmy.world 6 days ago
I struggle with being social because I’m usually so worn out by work, but my friends are honestly the best - they know I have a couple of hours in me, and they don’t mind at all if I kind of wander off to read or lay down for 20 minutes to recharge. Sometimes they want to do the same thing, sometimes they keep doing whatever we’re doing until I get back.
magnus@lemmy.ahall.se 5 days ago
This is an interesting book by Susan Cain: Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking
www.goodreads.com/book/show/8520610-quiet