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This. There is a big difference between being shy and being an introvert. I am an introvert without any doubt, but it took me a long time to discover that, because I am not the 'quiet grey mouse' people often think you have to be.Although...I must correct you....often when I share that I am an introvert, I will clarify and say 'that doesn't mean shy'. I am not shy. I just don't like to socialize.
I can relate to tillyjones! I also am an introvert who is not shy. This can cause problems with those who don’t understand. I can easily talk and laugh with others, and then want to be alone, causing some to think I am not really friendly.Oh my. I am introvert to the extreme and this is spot on.
Although...I must correct you....often when I share that I am an introvert, I will clarify and say 'that doesn't mean shy'. I am not shy. I just don't like to socialize.
Luka- Spot on! Thanks for wording it so eloquently..This. There is a big difference between being shy and being an introvert. I am an introvert without any doubt, but it took me a long time to discover that, because I am not the 'quiet grey mouse' people often think you have to be.
Introverts and the Camino, interesting subject. I always struggle with the social part of the Camino. Most of the time I have the 'butterfly strategy': I appear and disappear all the time. Please, let me walk alone. Yes, I'll see you later in the albergue or on a terrace or so. And no, I don't know yet whether I would like to have lunch together. It is difficult and sometimes I am a bit jealous with the camaraderie I see on the Camino. But I just can't do it.
I know just how you feel, But, having written that, my Third Camino (just finished) was a lot easier with regards to socialising than the first two....Buen Camino.This. There is a big difference between being shy and being an introvert. I am an introvert without any doubt, but it took me a long time to discover that, because I am not the 'quiet grey mouse' people often think you have to be.
Introverts and the Camino, interesting subject. I always struggle with the social part of the Camino. Most of the time I have the 'butterfly strategy': I appear and disappear all the time. Please, let me walk alone. Yes, I'll see you later in the albergue or on a terrace or so. And no, I don't know yet whether I would like to have lunch together. It is difficult and sometimes I am a bit jealous with the camaraderie I see on the Camino. But I just can't do it.
I am an introvert and found these quotes to be accurate for me.
An introvert is someone who is nourished by solitude and topped up with time alone.
An extrovert is someone nourished by contact with people, whose energy is restored by company.
Introverts are not shy or socially awkward, social interactions just take a lot of energy so we choose carefully.
And just occasionally my time alone is for the sake of my mental health and other peoples safety.
I have no idea what I am.
Actually I think I would rather not discover my type at this late stage!There are personality type websites that offer a set of questions to help discover your type.
I have no idea what I am.
I've known introverts who like to socialize. It's just that when they do that, it tends to leave them exhausted and they need alone time to recharge their battery. On the other hand, extroverts tend to recharge with social time.Oh my. I am introvert to the extreme and this is spot on.
Although...I must correct you....often when I share that I am an introvert, I will clarify and say 'that doesn't mean shy'. I am not shy. I just don't like to socialize.
Not a good 2-word summary, I don't think. But that's the problem with categories!Based upon your posts I'd say you are quietly outgoing.