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Introvert or extrovert?

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GEORGEzimmerman
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i am an introvert. and all i know are the exact opposite so i feel like the only one, any others out there? NS seems like a introspective place sometimes..
Feb 3 2013 1:32AM
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fujarome
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ns seems like a pervert place most of the time.
Feb 3 2013 1:33AM
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fujarome
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well we've ruined this thread.
Feb 3 2013 1:38AM
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Turner.
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Let's get back on track.

Introvert 'til I die. I'm scared of other people.
Feb 3 2013 1:53AM
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baethoven
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I love hacked road signs haha

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Feb 3 2013 1:56AM
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GEORGEzimmerman
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thread made me lol but yes. thats why im leaaving the town i live in and going to montana state. all the people im surrounded by, all my buddies are extroverts and i really cant take it. they are so self absorbed and have no feelings for others all they do is talk shit and seem to have no care for what anyone other than them think. Whenever i try and get deep or talk about life or the world they just gimme a blank stare and call me a psycho/drug addict/faggot. fuck off. idk how they can live with themselves to be honest.
Feb 3 2013 2:02AM
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Spic-N-SpaN
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Judging by the fact I'm sitting at home on a Saturday and not really bummed about it but would rather be doing something else, Introvert.
Feb 3 2013 2:02AM
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GEORGEzimmerman
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11 pm, saturday night, writing on a nsg forum about life. introvert. just dont have the energy id rather stay home n take hits from the bong and do stuff on the computer
Feb 3 2013 2:10AM
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Bogs
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that doesn't mean they're extroverts...it just means they're jackasses.
Feb 3 2013 2:22AM
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Cufe.
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well, I for one am not a big fan of this whole "black or white" way of seeing personalities. I am sure there are people who fit into one category exclusively but they are a tiny minority, I would say everyone else falls into a middle zone with tendencies toward one side or another.

I have met many people who are "introverts" by their own description because they think everyone else is dumb and they alone are superior. This is not an introvert, this is an asshole. The best way I have head the difference between an introvert and extrovert described is as follows: "The basic difference between an introvert and extrovert is they way they react to groups of people. In a large group of people (think house party or mall) an extrovert will gain energy from the surrounding people, whereas an introverts energy will decrease when exposed to large groups with lots of stimulation." I would venture to say most people fall into both categories depending on the length of exposure. I personally gain energy from groups of people for a while but at a certain point will rapidly fatigue into what some would call in introvert, despite the fact an hour ago I was a shining example of an extrovert. I believe most people fall into this "in between" category where they lean more to one side but are not fixed to either category.

In the end it is all about how you feel. If you are happy in a small-medium sized group but find larger groups to be agitating then avoid larger groups when possible, if you find yourself attracted to large groups then go and join them. It shouldn't take an online quiz or a doctor to realize you should just do what you enjoy.
Feb 3 2013 2:43AM
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edai
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Only part I strongly disagree with in this post. I like the other parts, but this needs to be noted.

NEVER AVOID SOMETHING BECAUSE IT MAKES YOU UNCOMFORTABLE. Worst possible thing to do, it will keep your personality stagnant and will end up running your whole life.
Feb 3 2013 2:47AM
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Cufe.
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I suppose I should have clarified, I ment that if you dont enjoy being in large groups then dont force yourself to be in them. Still go and be a part of things, but if you need a break dont hesitate to go our for a breath of air or use the washroom to get away for a bit until you're feeling up to it again.
Feb 3 2013 2:59AM
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GEORGEzimmerman
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thats only one of the differences. another is the way the two think. extroverts are concerned with what is going on in the outer world for the most part. introverts are concerned with the inner world
Feb 3 2013 3:07AM
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skitheWest.
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this thread is now about traffic signs
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Feb 3 2013 3:09AM
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Laurent.
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Feb 3 2013 5:49AM
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90053
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feel like i've wasted a large part of my life being introvert, didn't realise till after school how much i'd missed out on just from being quite shy and that i could have been a lot happier if i'd just sacked up haha, been much more outgoing/extroverted the passed year or so and life is so much more enjoyable, it gives you a positive outlook and you still have the opportunity to have a closer group of friends, tips for life keep in contact with people as best as possible and smiling goes a hell of a long way
Feb 3 2013 7:51AM
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Spic-N-SpaN
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Thats not entirely true, if you really want to get into it look into Internal and External Sensing and Intuition. Someone thats and introvert but with a preference for sensing really isn't going to care at all with all your pseudo deep 16 year old stoner talk =)


And Cufe, based on your second to last paragraph you sound like a good example of a well adjusted introvert, who is expelling there energy but when it goes on too long needs to recharge. I really enjoy being at parties, seeing all my friends and blowing off all the energy I've been saving all day. I do, however, need to go outside and "go get something from the car" or take a pee and have some me time to recharge every once and a while, but then can go back and do it again. That party all the time life style that some people do, constantly crashing on couches and hardly never not with people just isn't for me, I need time to be alone, process everything, take a break and rest and think for a while.


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Feb 3 2013 8:08AM
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Bogs
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being shy is not the same as being an introvert. you were shy, not introverted. props for getting over your shyness, though, not necessarily an easy thing to do.
Feb 3 2013 8:58AM
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90053
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shyness and introvertedness often come together though
Feb 3 2013 9:31AM
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californiagrown
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im introverted and all my best friends are salesmen(aka biggest extroverts going). we balance each other out very well.

the problem is finding a chick that is extorverted but not annoyingly so.
Feb 3 2013 11:22AM
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panojibber.
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Only as often as extraversion and shyness come together. Introversion doesn't mean you're socially maladjusted, it's just about how your mind works. Famous introverts include Einstein, Darwin, Chopin and Warren Buffet.
Feb 3 2013 11:47AM
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freestyler540
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those traffic signs are hilarious, post more!
and im an introvert that tries to act extrovert.
Feb 3 2013 11:49AM
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nagger
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this I guess. I can't really tell. every test I've taken has said extrovert but only over by a little bit.

I don't really care though sometimes I talk to randoms sometimes I don't. I'm in a good place.
Feb 3 2013 12:10PM
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90053
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i disagree shyness is a definitely a trait associated with being introvert, think about how many of your extroverted friends are shy, not too many
Feb 3 2013 12:17PM
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90053
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The trait of extraversion–introversion is a central dimension of human personality theories. The terms introversion and extraversion were first popularized by Carl Jung,[1]although both the popular understanding and psychological usage differ from his original intent. Extraversion tends to be manifested in outgoing, talkative, energetic behavior, whereas introversion is manifested in more reserved, quiet, shy behavior

sorry for dub post, wiki quote to save time
Feb 3 2013 12:19PM
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Pancake_Fucker
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I skipped all the posts and looked at road sign pictures.
Feb 3 2013 12:24PM
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panojibber.
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Hmmm, I still don't think shyness is the best word.. Agree to disagree I guess.
Feb 3 2013 12:33PM
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90053
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i'm not saying you can't be extrovert and shy its just more common in introverts
Feb 3 2013 12:40PM
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Bogs
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yes, i never said they didn't, did i? that doesn't change the fact that he was just shy, and not introverted. being an introvert or extrovert isn't something you can "get over." it's just the way you are. shyness, on the other hand, you can overcome and teach yourself to be more outgoing.
Feb 3 2013 12:47PM
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Pancake_Fucker
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I used to be why when I was young. By no means was I introvert. Now I'm very social and comfortable in social situations. I agree that extroverts can be shy.
Feb 3 2013 1:14PM
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90053
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i disagree, introvert, extrovert and ambivert summarise the personality traits a person has, in the same way you can change different personality traits within yourself you can move between the introvert extrovert continuum depending on what traits you show, imo
Feb 3 2013 1:19PM
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Spinoza
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Fuck you idiots trying to analyze your own personalities.

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Feb 3 2013 1:20PM
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90053
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haha ma bad
Feb 3 2013 1:22PM
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Bogs
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at the heart of introversion/extroversion is the idea that, for introverts, social interaction is draining, while for extroverts it is energizing. that is something you can't change about yourself.
Feb 3 2013 1:27PM
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90053
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well that is where the argument ends and becomes opinionated as i have yet to see enough evidence to confirm this, enjoyed the debate though
Feb 3 2013 1:31PM
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Bogs
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give it a try sometime, big guy. you might learn something about yourself.
Feb 3 2013 1:43PM
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Deezy
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one of these threads pops up every month.
its more of a bell curved scale of personality with introverted on one end and extroverted on the other. unless youre pretty weird, you should be somewhere in the good balance of them both.
Feb 3 2013 1:49PM
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Spinoza
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Yeah obviously I do. But threads like these are more about ego spewing than objective analysis, 'big guy'
Feb 3 2013 1:55PM
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introvert
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https://www.newschoolers.com/ns/forums/readthread/thread_id/720803/
https://www.newschoolers.com/ns/forums/readthread/thread_id/661568/
Feb 3 2013 1:59PM
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Bogs
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fair point. but i'm not your guy, pal.
Feb 3 2013 2:00PM
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Spinoza
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I'm not your pal, friend
Feb 3 2013 2:01PM
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introvert
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that ebing said, ISTP
Feb 3 2013 2:02PM
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nagger
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I'm not your friend, buddy
Feb 3 2013 2:02PM
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Rachy
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slightly relevant.

Men have a lower level of Monoamine oxidase than women. Lower levels also correspond with being a thrill seeker and being an extrovert.

Women tend to be more sensitive to dopamine, but it's a genetic thing so some women are and some aren't. Dopamine is what gives you that feeling during sex that you love the person.

Because women have a higher level of MOA, it is likely the women that are more sensitive to dopamine that enjoy thrill seeking activities such as skiing. (women tend to already be more sensitive to dopamine than men-- but some women enjoy it even more)

From a brain chemistry standpoint, a female who enjoys the thrill of skiing probably likes sex more than the average female.

This of course isn't 100% of the time, the correlation's are just pretty solid, so it's "likely" that what I just said is true.

But what I can't explain through brain chemistry is why there are male introverts that enjoy thrill seeking... must be more nurture than nature. I suspect it isn't the trill of skiing for introverts but more the feeling of self accomplishment.




Feb 3 2013 2:06PM
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Spic-N-SpaN
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ISFJ
Feb 3 2013 2:18PM
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bfulmer
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This whole thread is hilarious, but nothing compares to this. Lost so fucking hard.

Thank you.
Feb 3 2013 2:34PM
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deleted5
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This thread needs more street signs and I would post some but I'm on my phone.
Feb 3 2013 2:38PM
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accualyisdolan
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Yeah hehe.....
Feb 3 2013 2:42PM
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Puns
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an introvert but I don't seem like.. I just often don't like being around people
Feb 3 2013 3:03PM
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TheQuailman
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Introversion is not seen as being identical to shy or to being a social outcast. Introverts prefer solitary activities over social ones, whereas shy people (who may be extroverts at heart) avoid social encounters out of fear,[9] and the social outcast has little choice in the matter of his or her solitude.



Feb 3 2013 3:46PM
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90053
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i never said it was identical to being shy, just that shyness is a trait commonly associated with introverts
Feb 3 2013 4:51PM
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