Introvert or Extrovert?

Frank · Post by **Frank** » Mon May 09, 2005 11:20 pm

In "real life", which are you? Shy and reserved or loud and outgoing?

Does your web personality match?

As for me, the Frank...it really depends on who I'm with...but I would be categorized as an introvert. I'm so shy it isn't even funny.

JesusFreak777 · Post by **JesusFreak777** » Mon May 09, 2005 11:23 pm

I'm kinda both. I love being around people, and can get kind loud, but I am totally fine just being home by myself and reading a book for hours as well.

Lucy Pevensie · Post by **Lucy Pevensie** » Mon May 09, 2005 11:24 pm

I dunno... When I'm with my friends, I can be really talkative, but my best friend still calls me shy. I'm usually not shy in the sense that I don't like introducing myself to other people etc or like asking people who I don't know something(Believe me, I can do this stuff), but I can be.

Chandler · Post by **Chandler** » Mon May 09, 2005 11:32 pm

Introverts aren't ALWAYS quiet.

I'm definitely an introvert but that doesn't mean I don't ever get demonstrative around people I know.

The difference between the two is something like this. Extroverts LOVE to meet new people. Introverts are more reserved in that area and may shy away from making acquaintances with people they don't know. Extroverts get their energy from being around PEOPLE. Introverts tend to get drained by being around them. Extroverts feel cooped up if they can't get out and see people. Introverts can remain alone for much longer periods of time and be happy about it. Extroverts tend to talk more in general. Introverts are often told they're quiet.

Those are generalizations... some people are only mildly introverted or extroverted. Both kinds can exhibit the traits of the other, just less often.

Does that make sense to any of you?

The Top Crusader · Post by **The Top Crusader** » Mon May 09, 2005 11:35 pm

Good job, Frank... I've been thinking of starting a topic like this!

But, anyway... I was like extremely shy throughout high school. I've always been wild and zany around my friends, but back then around other people, I would like hardly say anything at all. ESPECIALLY to girls!

But since then I've sort of adapted to being at least decently sociable. I can at least function now!

I'm not like extremely comfortable around people I don't really know, but it doesn't really bother me either. I'm still a real weirdo around my friends, though... $\:D/$

JesusFreak777 · Post by **JesusFreak777** » Mon May 09, 2005 11:36 pm

Yes...except for half of your list I was introverted, and the other half extroverted.

Somehow, I don't think the talking to girls thing is a problem for you. At least not here anyway, Top.

The Top Crusader · Post by **The Top Crusader** » Mon May 09, 2005 11:46 pm

JesusFreak777 wrote: Somehow, I don't think the talking to girls thing is a problem for you. At least not here anyway, Top.

Alas... the Town of Odyssey is a magical place! It doesn't all carry over to the "real world".

JesusFreak777 · Post by **JesusFreak777** » Mon May 09, 2005 11:48 pm

I know. Unfortunatly.
*wistful sigh*

Chandler · Post by **Chandler** » Mon May 09, 2005 11:49 pm

The Top Crusader wrote:
JesusFreak777 wrote: Somehow, I don't think the talking to girls thing is a problem for you. At least not here anyway, Top.
Alas... the Town of Odyssey is a magical place! It doesn't all carry over to the "real world".

Very true.

I'm always told I'm too quiet.

Jonathan · Post by **Jonathan** » Mon May 09, 2005 11:58 pm

Hm, that really depends on everything. If it's something I'm passionate about, I'll talk for hours, sometimes to myself. But on the other hand I have a nice little group of friends, and it takes me a long time to make new friends. It also depends on whether I'm with a bunch of fools or people that are respectable or my friends or classmates, etc.

But I'd say I'm more introverted. That, and with me what you see is what you get. I've been told I'm quite genuine.

Talk about a complicated answer to a simple question.

-Jonathan

Elf of Rivendell · Post by **Elf of Rivendell** » Mon May 09, 2005 11:59 pm

I seriously don't know. It's probably either a 50/50 tie, or 60E and 40I. And yes, the only place where I'm never shy is here.

Evil Chick · Post by **Evil Chick** » Tue May 10, 2005 1:53 am

It depends. When I'm with a few people (mainly my best friends and family), I can talk and talk and talk and get really loud and goofy, and everyone's like "Why can't she shut up?" But, when I'm in a group of people, esp. like my youth group, I am very, very quiet.

AIOfan11 · Post by **AIOfan11** » Tue May 10, 2005 6:42 am

How do you know if you are a introvert or an extrovert? Is there a web quiz I can take?

I think my sister told me what she was on the phone a couple days ago.......

Evil Chick · Post by **Evil Chick** » Tue May 10, 2005 6:45 am

Yep. Here is a test.

This is what it said about me:

You're not about to move into a shack in remote Montana all by yourself, but then again, you'd rather do that than be bugged all the time about how you're feeling or what you're thinking about. That's because you're much more of an introvert than an extrovert. What does that mean? Well, we're guessing you usually try to keep a low social profile (it's handy being your own best friend, after all). Chances are you feel like you know enough people, and you don't go out of your way to meet new ones. But that doesn't mean you don't go out and let loose every once in a while, especially if you're in the company of your core group of close friends. A few of those is all anyone really needs anyway, right? And most nights a good book and a glass of wine beats even your nearest and dearest hollow. All well and good, but try testing your limits occasionally and breaking out of your comfortable shell. The results may surprise you.

Frodo · Post by **Frodo** » Tue May 10, 2005 7:11 am

Chandler wrote:Introverts aren't ALWAYS quiet. I'm definitely an introvert but that doesn't mean I don't ever get demonstrative around people I know.

The difference between the two is something like this. Extroverts LOVE to meet new people. Introverts are more reserved in that area and may shy away from making acquaintances with people they don't know. Extroverts get their energy from being around PEOPLE. Introverts tend to get drained by being around them. Extroverts feel cooped up if they can't get out and see people. Introverts can remain alone for much longer periods of time and be happy about it. Extroverts tend to talk more in general. Introverts are often told they're quiet.

Those are generalizations... some people are only mildly introverted or extroverted. Both kinds can exhibit the traits of the other, just less often.

Does that make sense to any of you?

No I am now confused. According to what you said I am an extrovert, but I think I am a introvert.

Laurie · Post by **Laurie** » Tue May 10, 2005 7:32 am

I am usually pretty quiet. I am very shy around people even my family. In fact they always tease me about how quiet I am.

Trent DeWhite · Post by **Trent DeWhite** » Tue May 10, 2005 7:40 am

Where's the poll?

I'm typically more of an introvert, but I've learned to develop some extrovert qualities over the years.

Dr. Watson · Post by **Dr. Watson** » Tue May 10, 2005 7:54 am

I am very introverted--that is, until I don Dr. Watson's cloak.

Christian Cowgirl · Post by **Christian Cowgirl** » Tue May 10, 2005 8:02 am

*cough* I can get loud at times *cough*

PonysHorses · Post by **PonysHorses** » Tue May 10, 2005 8:05 am

I'm not shy at all when I am with my family and friends, but otherwise, I'm the shyest person you could meet!

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