Confessions of the Introverts

We live in an extroverted world that encourages constant communication and socialization. For some of us, it's harder to keep up. This is a place to talk about our experiences being introverts in the extrovert dominated world. There is nothing "wrong" or "weird" about being an introvert. Some people confuse introversion with shyness or anxiety, and some people will say that you need to "come out of your shell" or "be more social" like it's a bad thing. It isn't.

[myersandbriggs]

The INTP is a thinker throughout. With introverted thinking (Ti) as their primary function, otherwise known as subjective logic, and extroverted intuition as their auxiliary function (Ne), otherwise known as objective intuition, INTPs are most often times living in their minds, where they ponder reality and existence constantly, sometimes to the point of no longer understanding what existence actually is and venturing into a low level schizophrenic state. INTPs are the kind of personality that knows everything and anything, but holds onto this knowledge as a part of who they are, and do not like to share the information.

[intpmusings]

If I could focus my fairly considerable brain power on something productive consistently, I’d be a genius. But I can’t, so I’m not.

[confessionsoftheintroverts]

Hey! I'm working on a photography project that focuses on pairing images with individuals' descriptions of what it means to be introverted. That is, specific experiences that people have had that directly apply to being introverted. I'm wondering if you would like to participate, or else ask those who follow your blog if they would be willing to share their stories? They don't have to be lengthy, and could explore challenges, positives, daily experiences, really anything at all! Thanks!

Hey you guys should help this project out. It sounds pretty rad!  

[introvertdear]

Why All Teachers Should Advocate for Quiet Students

Introverts are careful listeners, observers, and deep thinkers who have the power to make an impact in the classroom and the world.

Quiet most likely means listening and processing. Sadly, teachers don’t always realize this.

[purplebuddhaproject]

[confessionsoftheintroverts]

Hi, I'm what I consider to be a "loud introvert". I'm larger than life with my friends and boyfriend but other people make me so uncomfortable, I can't speak. Is that normal? (I have social anxiety and seasonal depression if that helps)

Being able to be loud and outgoing around people you're comfortable with but like immediately uncomfortable and quiet around other people is like classic introvert behavior. And as far as ur anxiety and depression plays into it I can't say for sure cuz mental health issues affect everyone differently. I have some pretty serious anxiety/depression issues as well and I know that it makes being uncomfortable around other people way worse. Which worsens the anxiety/depression and it's like a bad cycle so just be aware than there's kid of factors into why you can't be comfortable around other people. But it's definitely normal as far as ur introvertedness goes. Hope this was helpful and sorry for taking forever to reply to this. We're not very active. -admin Matthew

[confessionsoftheintroverts]

I want to be with people and spend time with them but whenever I try and feel like everything is right someone comes and says that I am looking like a zombie so I can't become friends with people knowing that I am absorbing their energy although I don't have the right for it. Does this state of mind and behaviour have a name in the world of introverts or do I have a personality disorder or something like that?

I can't really speak to whether or not you have a personality disorder, but I can say that it's easy for introverts to feel like it's impossible to go socialize and feel and good about it. Seems like the circumstances have to be just right. Have to be the right kind of people in the right setting and doing the right thing. And it also just takes practice and getting used to socializing for it to feel right. It is my opinion that introverts are more prone to develop mental health issues (social anxiety especially) cuz its hard for us to be good at it and unfortunately most people don't seem to understand how basic personality works and will often ask why ur so quiet or have no facial expressions and stuff like that. And also we're more prone to sit and analyze things too much which definitely can lead to mental health issues. What id say is keep practicing and try and get better but also don't force yourself to when you know it's just gonna cause you grief. And also maybe do a bit of research into personality disorders and see if maybe you have the symptoms. Sorry if this took forever to respond to this! We're not very active on this blog. I'm gonna try and be better about responding to these. Please ask again if you need more advice/have any other questions. -admin Matthew

[southernbellecityhippie]

Introvert Problems

Wanting to be invited but not wanting to go anywhere. 

Being lonely at home but not wanting anyone in your space unless you really like them.

And even if you do really like them, you want them to go home soon. 

[ohhbobs]

THIS IS SO FUCKING ACCURATE IT HURTS OH MY GOD

[kushandwizdom]

😞

[igglooaustralia]

When you’re introverted as fuck, and your friend drags you to a party and then leaves you by yourself

[dogs99999]

I literally love being at home! In my own space! Comfortable! Not surrounded by people!

[infp-quotes]

Maybe the reason introverts are so often misunderstood is because extroverts all live in a similar external environment. But each and every introvert lives in a unique and separate universe that only they can see.

Submitted by anonymous (via infp-quotes)

[infp-quotes]

My best friend once told me, ‘We should get more people to hang out with us next time, it’s boring just the two of us’ (that was the only time and she never said it again), but I’ll never get it. It’s ideal for me to hang out with only one person at a time, friend or lover, shopping, watching movies, eating at a restaurant… Whatever it is, I prefer to have only one company. Then we can actually listen to what the other has to say. Whenever I’m in a group of 4 or more, I just stay quiet the whole time.

Submitted by cutedubutokki (via infp-quotes)

[introvertdear]

The science behind why introverts struggle to speak

It has to do with the way our brains are wired.

Ever get tongue-tied?

[thatsgrace]

Grace on Access Hollywood Live

[theunionpacific]

Someone said it. Someone made the words right.

[ngjenkins-deactivated20221105]

Oh my god!!! Perfection.

[333mrdr333]

People always think if you want to hang out you have to DO something. Like… No.. Invite me over to your house, introduce me to your pets, give me a plate of Oreos and your wi-fi password. We can sit together in silence for HOURS.

[nonfunctionalqueer]

friendship goals

[rezime-deactivated20240708]

[spiritualseeker777]

[introvert-insight]

So true.