So if you’d like to bond with your fellow homebodies (without having to see anyone in person), you’ve come to the right place. We’ve gathered some of our favorite memes from Introvert Mojo on Instagram down below. So enjoy scrolling through these pics, and keep reading to find conversations with David Hall of the Quiet and Strong podcast, Jamie C. Martin, founder of Introverted Moms, and Peter Vogt, author of The Introvert Manifesto! David also says that, despite the bad rap that introversion often gets, it’s not all hiding in a corner with a book. “When you truly understand and embrace your introverted nature, it’s like unlocking a superpower,” he explained. “It’s about tapping into that quiet strength and finding beauty in solitude. So remember, introversion: It’s not just a label, it’s a way to really understand yourself.” “Introverts tend to prefer deeper relationships with a smaller circle of people, which can be a beautiful asset,” Jamie continued. “It’s a natural preference for quality over quantity. Because of this less-is-more preference, we go deeper. Incredibly, it’s even been shown that the brain of an introvert processes information more deeply than the brain of an extrovert!” “We are all a mix of both traits (along with many others). There are degrees of introversion and extroversion, and even those degrees fluctuate a bit in one particular person,” Peter went on to explain. “In general, though, for some of us—like me, for example—there is much more introvert than extrovert in the mix! So it’s easiest—as a form of shorthand, really—to just say ‘I’m an introvert’ vs. something like ‘I tend toward introversion most of the time.’” “Introverts prefer a lower-key, quieter environment that isn’t full of external stimulation—like lots of noise, for example, and lots of things happening that we pick up with our senses. Whereas extroverts prefer a more action-oriented environment that does feed the five senses,” Peter continued. “In a nutshell: Introverts just prefer a quieter, lower-key life where they can focus on just a few things—or one thing—at a time, in depth. Extroverts prefer a more action-oriented, senses-pleasing life where they can be involved in lots of different things,” the author says. “One is not better than than other! They’re just different from each other.” “As introverts, we’ve got these amazing imaginations that can take us to places no one else even dreamed of, help us solve problems like no other, and think of things in ways no one else has before,” he explained. “We often have so many ideas, it’s hard to keep track of them all, but they’re usually pretty innovative and creative if we have time to think about them.” “So even though half the population is introverted, it still feels like being an introvert is being part of this exclusive club with all these hidden talents just waiting to be unleashed,” the podcaster added. “And it’s a pretty awesome club to be in!” “I also enjoy digging into things deeply, which is another classic introvert trait. It helps me have deep conversations with people, learn about new subjects in great depth, and more,” he added. “Now, here’s the real scoop: introverts have rechargeable batteries. We need our alone time to power up and get ready to take on the world,” he explained. “Whether it’s focusing on a project, unwinding after a long day, or just letting our minds wander into the cosmos, solitude is our sanctuary.” “Introverts and introversion? Not so much. Being an introvert is seen as the ‘wrong’ way to be—a message that is communicated to introverts both implicitly and explicitly,” Peter continued. “Being an introvert is ’that other thing’—not the gold standard, i.e., extroversion. I cannot begin to tell you how many times I’ve heard introverts say (about their introversion): ‘I always thought something must be wrong with me’ or ‘Something is wrong with me.’” “So, if I could say something to introverts everywhere, I’d say this: ‘There’s nothing wrong with you! You’re simply an introvert!’” he shared. “Again, introverts and extroverts (and introversion and extroversion) are just different from each other. Not better than or worse than each other.” “It’s not about whether introverts can do something—it’s about how we’ll do it. We’ve got this knack for approaching challenges in our own unique way, often surprising even ourselves (and definitely our extroverted colleagues) with our success,” he explained. “So, embrace your introverted superpower. Own it, celebrate it, and watch as it takes you to places you never even dreamed possible,” David added. “Introverts are awesome!" Follow Bored Panda on Google News! Follow us on Flipboard.com/@boredpanda! Please use high-res photos without watermarks Ooops! Your image is too large, maximum file size is 8 MB.
