THESE Wonderful Qualities Make Introverts So Valuable!
About one third of the population is counted among the group of introverts. This refers to people who do not show their innermost feelings outwardly like a shining beacon and do not wear their heart on their sleeve. They are reserved and do not immediately jump into every fray. They often find it difficult to engage in conversations. They prefer to stay at a distance, preferably on the periphery of the field and observe. For this reason alone, they need a lot of time to themselves in order to recover from the many impressions they observe every day. However, it would be a big mistake to call introverts weak or to construe this character trait to them as a weak point overall. They have some strong sides that give them their comparatively quiet nature and calm demeanor. In this article, we'd like to introduce you to 9 more characteristics you should know about introverts.
1. They are not misanthropes
Not everyone who stays apart from the masses is a misanthrope. Introverts like their peers, but not in large numbers and 24 hours a day. In addition, their position on the sidelines gives them a good overview of their surroundings. They are therefore very selective about who they interact with, and rightly so.
2. Anxiety disorders are not the reason for their behavior
Although it may be hard for natural-born entertainers and party animals to believe, being an introvert is not a disease. These people are neither traumatized nor do they suffer from obsessions or nervous disorders. To accuse them of pathological Agoraphobia is also complete nonsense. They like to get out of the house, but it has to be worth it for them. Introverts are not generally physically or psychologically distressed. They are the way they are.
3. They do not suffer from inferiority complexes
This is another misconception we are only too happy to make about introverts. They don't keep their opinions to themselves because they hold themselves in low esteem. They simply don't feel the need to push themselves to the fore. Not every person who prefers the quiet tones is convinced they can't sing. Introverts have the same standing in life as their peers do. They just don't advertise it.
4. You don't have to be afraid of them
While their appearance may quickly give them the reputation of being odd, introverts are not dangerous or to be treated with special caution. In any case, they are no more dangerous than other people. Unfortunately, it is a human tradition to label outsiders and non-conformists as odd ducks and to attribute all kinds of negative characteristics to them. Otherness always arouses our suspicion. Therefore, we reject from the outset everything that stands out and stands apart from the masses.
5. Introverts are not dumb
The next mistake in thinking about introverts would be to attribute a lack of intelligence to them. To hold this preconception would indeed be foolish, as opposed to the people it affects. But it also shows where the current social development is heading. Whoever shouts the loudest is automatically in the right and immediately has plenty of supporters on his side.
6. There is no reason to try to change them
There is nothing wrong with being quieter and more reserved than the rest of the world under the system. You don't have to be fixed or even re-educated just because you're not one of the party people. It is not a disease, not a mental disorder, not a sign of rudeness and certainly not a bad intention to be one of the "quiet people" of society. Especially in this day and age, when we are demonstratively claiming equal rights for all, we should put an end to trying to change our fellow human beings by force. It is not forbidden to be out of line and not to want to howl loudly with the wolves. On the contrary, it would do us all good to remember Konrad Adenauer's words much more often. You have to take people as they are. There is no other.
7. They know that they are quiet and reserved
You don't have to keep rubbing it in their faces. They know they're quieter than the rest and less intrusive than the majority of their contemporaries. Introverts can't stand to hear it anymore. As well as all people who are different from the mainstream in some way, they are confronted with their otherness from an early age. Tall or portly people know that this is how it is with their appearance. The smart ones understood that they are smart, and the introverts don't need detailed explanations from outsiders about their traits either. It is not only insensitive and presumptuous to call people on obvious things. It is also evidence of poor childhood manners and modest intellectual abilities.
8. Reserved and shy are not the same thing
Even though we like to lump these two traits together, there is a difference between shyness and introversion. Those who are shy are almost always uncomfortable when dealing with strangers. In fact, these people suffer from low self-esteem and are often afraid of embarrassing themselves. Introverts, on the other hand, like other people and enjoy meeting them. However, they don't need to be the center of every party or take seats in the 1st row. They tend to act passively and enjoy watching more than being active themselves. They draw their energy from me-time. Too intense socializing makes them tire quickly, which is why they tend to do their share of socializing sparingly.
9. They like to be alone, but not always
Introverts and highly sensitive people have a lot in common. One of these points includes a preference for "me time" and an increased need to retreat from the noisy world. However, introverts are not automatically the recluses among us. They sometimes quite like social events and, unlike those who are Shy, do not suffer when they go out among people. The introverts derive more of their enjoyment from social events out of the impressions and the many "aha" experiences they glean there. Those who speak less themselves are known to listen better. As a result, introverts quickly gain a reputation for being good and attentive conversational partners. In this way, they get to know their fellow human beings better and constantly gain new knowledge. They carefully choose the places and events they honor with their presence. They like to be there, but not always and everywhere.
Today's Conclusion: We should listen to the silent ones more often
Unfortunately, we live in an age of contrived scandalization and dramatization. Whoever shouts the loudest, immediately mobilizes the troops, and takes to the streets is automatically right. However, it would pay to listen to the quiet and introverted when it comes to important issues. They observe when others are vocal about their unfiltered thoughts. They learn while the gregarious flit from one pleasure to the next. And they take all the time they need to form an opinion. Asking them about it would pretty much guarantee a reward. On their own, introverts will rarely go public with it. There's no particular reason for that. It's just not their way. That's it for today.