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- [Narrator] Hey, Psych2Goers,
have you ever wondered if you're actually introverted?
While many people know their camp almost immediately,
those who fall somewhere along the middle of the spectrum
can have a harder time determining where they really stand.
If so, hopefully this video
can give you a clearer picture
and answer your questions.
Let's look at six signs you're not an introvert.
Number one, you prefer being with friends,
but you don't dislike strangers.
Everyone enjoys hanging out with friends,
but when you're with new acquaintances,
how do you feel about it?
If you feel at ease talking with strangers
and can become friends with them right away,
you probably lean more closely to the extroverted side.
While introverts aren't necessarily shy
or socially awkward,
it can be tiring for them
to effortlessly let conversations flow with strangers,
unless they hit a common ground straight away.
Ambiverts and extroverts, on the other hand,
don't mind the prospect of entertaining strangers.
They can hit things off
and genuinely enjoy conversations about most things
straight away.
Two, you're spontaneous.
Do you like going out on every occasion you can
rather than staying hold up in bed all day?
If you find enjoyment in going on impulse trips alone,
or with your friends,
you might have a more extroverted side in you
that you might have initially realized.
Most introverts tend to be more analytical and observant,
thinking about a situation thoroughly
before taking a plunge.
On the other hand,
if you'd rather go with the flow
and see where things lead you,
you're probably an extrovert.
Number three, take a timeout.
Were you an extroverted kid?
Were you somewhat popular,
or a class clown who enjoyed making everyone laugh?
If you had extroverted tendencies when you were younger
but have since outgrown them,
you might still have a part of you
that enjoys interacting with other people.
Maybe some traumatic events
have led you to stop being your usual self.
Maybe being isolated is a coping mechanism
rather than something you're naturally drawn towards.
Whoa.
Well, people can grow and change.
It's always worth it to take a step back
and find the roots of why you've changed.
If you can't do it yourself,
talk to a therapist or a good friend about it.
Number four, you feel uninspired
if you stay home on the weekends.
Do you hate having nothing to do on the weekends?
You may be an extrovert.
Introverts are perfectly content having nothing planned
for the days they get to rest.
Some may even enjoy the idea of canceled plans
if it gets them to laze around in bed all day.
Extroverts do love being out and about though,
whether it's to meet friends or to party.
While introverts love their social time, occasionally,
extroverts would always try to find ways
to fill up their weekend routine
with a high energy and social endeavor,
like a party or meeting up with friends.
Five, you're equally good at communicating and listening.
Do you like shuffling
between taking the lead and following others?
If so, those are key qualities of ambiverts.
Extroverts are more attuned to talking than listening,
while introverts typically prefer listening.
However, if you find yourself drawn to both qualities,
you may not necessarily be an extrovert,
but an ambivert instead.
An ambivert is capable of making some small talk
then can switch gears and get to business
with a good mixture of both listening
and communicating well with others.
And number six, you can match the mood of the crowd.
Do you excel in reading the room?
Can you hop into conversation
with the same wavelength of someone else
fairly easily?
An introvert may take some time
for themselves to diffuse and analyze situations,
working things through in their head
and on how to respond to strangers.
Ambiverts and extroverts, on the other hand,
can break in and naturally converse with other people
much more readily.
They also typically enjoy the moment
and are more free spirited
than their introverted counterparts.
We hope you learn something from this video.
So which one are you really,
introvert or extrovert?
Or maybe you're an ambivert?
Did you relate to any of the above signs?
If you did,
let us know in the comment section below.
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