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Title: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: SpAmRaY on Wed, 17 July 2013, 15:51:35
This sounds like a fairly close description of me  ;D

http://www.fastcocreate.com/1683402/your-guide-to-interacting-with-an-introvert#1

Wondering about the rest of you fellow geekhackers??  8)
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: badcop on Wed, 17 July 2013, 16:11:38
Introvert in the worst kind of way. I think that's why I like forums so much because it allows me to speak when I want to and not when it's expected of me. A lot of people tell me that they thought I was a stuck up ******* when the first me because I don't speak a lot but once they get to know me, that changes pretty quickly.
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: Trent on Wed, 17 July 2013, 16:22:27
Ambivert, the best of both words.
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: sth on Wed, 17 July 2013, 16:24:47
**** labels. i need alone time, i need friend time. i thought i fell into the 'introvert' category for a long time until i realized i was just complacent being unhappy by myself. sometimes it's just scary to shake off your self consciousness and go out and talk to people but that doesn't make you an introvert; nor does needing alone time or being able to occupy yourself without outside influences.

Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: The_Ed on Wed, 17 July 2013, 16:25:30
I have Asperger's Syndrome (High Functioning Autism). Thus I am an introvert, but I have been sticking my head farther out of my shell in the last few years. But I still don't get out very much besides work and college.
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: esoomenona on Wed, 17 July 2013, 16:37:31
(http://www.imgur.com/b67sY4E.png)
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: SpAmRaY on Wed, 17 July 2013, 16:42:38
Quote from: esoomenona on Wed, 17 July 2013, 16:37:31
Show Image
(http://www.imgur.com/b67sY4E.png)


Here is mine.....

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Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: esoomenona on Wed, 17 July 2013, 17:16:00
Y U judge me!?
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: SpAmRaY on Wed, 17 July 2013, 17:17:54
Quote from: esoomenona on Wed, 17 July 2013, 17:16:00
Y U judge me!?

I hate people..... :-X
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: esoomenona on Wed, 17 July 2013, 17:19:21
Yes... I perceive that.
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: SpAmRaY on Wed, 17 July 2013, 17:28:13
Quote from: esoomenona on Wed, 17 July 2013, 17:19:21
Yes... I perceive that.

IsentyouanotherPMearliercheckitoutsendmeonebackokbye.
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: hashbaz on Wed, 17 July 2013, 17:35:38
At my core I'm definitely an introvert.  I enjoy the fruits of extroversion though, through conscious effort, despite it not being my natural tendency.
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: Leslieann on Wed, 17 July 2013, 18:26:45
The majority here are going to show up as introvert simply due to the nature of the site.
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: pandather on Wed, 17 July 2013, 18:37:05
I scored 1% introvert on one, so I guess I'm right at the line, I mean I can party, have fun, etc... but I also love alone time, I mean nothing but me, music, and the interwebs/games is pretty nice
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: sth on Wed, 17 July 2013, 18:48:11
Quote from: hashbaz on Wed, 17 July 2013, 17:35:38
At my core I'm definitely an introvert.  I enjoy the fruits of extroversion though, through conscious effort, despite it not being my natural tendency.

i guess i'm probably pretty similar in that respect -- i do have to make myself be social sometimes, but i know that i (personally) am better for it when i do.

for what its worth i usually score INFP and sometimes INFJ.
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: demik on Wed, 17 July 2013, 18:51:48
work and bike are the only reasons i leave the house.

it is what it is.
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: DarSee on Wed, 17 July 2013, 19:16:13
Quote from: badcop on Wed, 17 July 2013, 16:11:38
Introvert in the worst kind of way. I think that's why I like forums so much because it allows me to speak when I want to and not when it's expected of me. A lot of people tell me that they thought I was a stuck up ******* when the first me because I don't speak a lot but once they get to know me, that changes pretty quickly.

This, Exactly.
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: nubbinator on Wed, 17 July 2013, 19:41:20
This is me:

(http://i.imgur.com/dbQ3Vcr.png)
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: CommunistWitchDr on Wed, 17 July 2013, 19:43:48
This is weird, these tests usually put me slightly more extroverted than introverted. And even less feeling than I am on this one.

(http://badges.mypersonality.info/badge/0/24/248089.png) (http://mypersonality.info/communistwitchdr)


Updated with that other half of the test.

(http://badges.mypersonality.info/badge/0/24/248090.png) (http://mypersonality.info/communistwitchdr)
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: Trent on Wed, 17 July 2013, 22:39:44
This thread made me think of this video, for those who have said that they are introverts, this is a great video to watch:


P.S. The last time I did one of those tests mine was INTP, but the I was practically smack dab in the middle.
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: keymaster on Wed, 17 July 2013, 22:52:58
(http://badges.mypersonality.info/badge/0/24/248093.png) (http://mypersonality.info/keymaster)
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: hashbaz on Thu, 18 July 2013, 01:22:21
Quote from: Trent on Wed, 17 July 2013, 22:39:44
This thread made me think of this video, for those who have said that they are introverts, this is a great video to watch:

More

P.S. The last time I did one of those tests mine was INTP, but the I was practically smack dab in the middle.

I've seen and read stuff like this before; it's always nice to feel empowered and realize that there are others out there like yourself.  Introversion is useful for understanding myself and my tendencies, but I don't find it very compelling as an identity.

Quote from: sth on Wed, 17 July 2013, 18:48:11
i guess i'm probably pretty similar in that respect -- i do have to make myself be social sometimes, but i know that i (personally) am better for it when i do.

Yeah, exactly.  I am my best self when I acknowledge and embrace my default tendencies, but also challenge them.
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: Findecanor on Thu, 18 July 2013, 02:01:41
"Introvert" is a derogatory label that blubbering idiots put onto intelligent people who'd rather prefer to speak with people on the same level as themselves.
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: calavera on Thu, 18 July 2013, 02:14:32
I recommend Quiet by Susan Cain. It's a very good read.
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: Topre on Thu, 18 July 2013, 03:16:51
(http://badges.mypersonality.info/badge/0/24/248096.png) (http://mypersonality.info/topre)

Don't know if this is a good or bad thing.
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: TheSoulhunter on Thu, 18 July 2013, 03:49:48
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Thought so...
I usually prefer spending time alone, thinking, working, reading, whatever.
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: iri on Thu, 18 July 2013, 04:04:24
i definitely like speaking to people as smart as i or smarter.
and i am definitely an introvert. had a super intensive clubbing life for a few years, now got back to my roots.
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 18 July 2013, 04:12:39
Quote from: calavera on Thu, 18 July 2013, 02:14:32
I recommend Quiet by Susan Cain. It's a very good read.

I may have to break my rule about not reading and pick this up.
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: hashbaz on Thu, 18 July 2013, 11:53:06
Quote from: Findecanor on Thu, 18 July 2013, 02:01:41
"Introvert" is a derogatory label that blubbering idiots put onto intelligent people who'd rather prefer to speak with people on the same level as themselves.

I can tell by your condescension and conflation of categories that you understand this issue fully. :thumb:
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: esoomenona on Thu, 18 July 2013, 11:58:01
I also must be very extroverted on a daily basis, mostly for work. I am an instructor, so I must stand in front of classes and speak and interact. I've also had to deal with customers and such. But then, at the end of it all, I do enjoy just coming home and being alone.
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: Trent on Thu, 18 July 2013, 14:36:31
Quote from: calavera on Thu, 18 July 2013, 02:14:32
I recommend Quiet by Susan Cain. It's a very good read.

I have it, been reading it!  Good read.
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: Grim Fandango on Thu, 18 July 2013, 15:10:12
For me it kind of depends on the circumstances. As a kid in high school I was kind of silent, but still quite social. As a grown up, I speak up a lot more in a group, but I still enjoy my alone time and can not stand to spend time with others all the time like some of my friends do. I know it was quite a big step for me to let my girlfriend move in. I guess I am more of a social loner, neither introverted nor extroverted.

Though I have to admit that I do not like the idea of labeling everything. So I do not always like to tell people my life's story and keep to myself. I do not think that is a big deal. It also does not require other people to approach me in a specific way.
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: sth on Thu, 18 July 2013, 16:18:36
Quote from: Findecanor on Thu, 18 July 2013, 02:01:41
"Introvert" is a derogatory label that blubbering idiots put onto intelligent people who'd rather prefer to speak with people on the same level as themselves.

you sound like a real awesome person to talk to, i dont imagine why people wouldn't want to be your friend with an attitude like that
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: mauri on Fri, 19 July 2013, 16:05:44
Quote from: Findecanor on Thu, 18 July 2013, 02:01:41
"Introvert" is a derogatory label that blubbering idiots put onto intelligent people who'd rather prefer to speak with people on the same level as themselves.

Yeah I heard theres an IQ test to become one.

On point tho, IM A REBEL U CAN'T CATEGORIZE ME!!11
Title: Re: Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween
Post by: noisyturtle on Fri, 19 July 2013, 21:27:49
was bored, so for the lulz:

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