Introvert or Extrovert.....or Somewhere Inbetween

[SpAmRaY]

This sounds like a fairly close description of me 

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

Wondering about the rest of you fellow geekhackers?? 

[badcop]

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.

[Trent]

Ambivert, the best of both words.

[sth]

**** 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.

[The_Ed]

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.

[esoomenona]

[SpAmRaY]

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Here is mine.....

[esoomenona]

Y U judge me!?

[SpAmRaY]

Y U judge me!?

I hate people.....

[esoomenona]

Yes... I perceive that.

[SpAmRaY]

Yes... I perceive that.

IsentyouanotherPMearliercheckitoutsendmeonebackokbye.

[hashbaz]

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.

[Leslieann]

The majority here are going to show up as introvert simply due to the nature of the site.

[pandather]

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

[sth]

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.

[demik]

work and bike are the only reasons i leave the house.

it is what it is.

[DarSee]

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.

[nubbinator]

This is me:

[CommunistWitchDr]

This is weird, these tests usually put me slightly more extroverted than introverted. And even less feeling than I am on this one.




Updated with that other half of the test.

[Trent]

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.

[keymaster]

[hashbaz]

This thread made me think of this video, for those who have said that they are introverts, this is a great video to watch:

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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.

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.

[Findecanor]

"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.

[calavera]

I recommend Quiet by Susan Cain. It's a very good read.

[Topre]

Don't know if this is a good or bad thing.

[TheSoulhunter]

Thought so...
I usually prefer spending time alone, thinking, working, reading, whatever.

[iri]

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.

[SpAmRaY]

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.

[hashbaz]

"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.

[esoomenona]

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.

[Trent]

I recommend Quiet by Susan Cain. It's a very good read.

I have it, been reading it!  Good read.

[Grim Fandango]

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.

[sth]

"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

[mauri]

"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

[noisyturtle]

was bored, so for the lulz: