"In an extroverted society, the difference between an introvert and an extrovert is that an introvert is often unconsciously deemed guilty until proven innocent."A topic that comes up often in today's society is that of introverts and
"In an extroverted society, the difference between an introvert and an extrovert is that an introvert is often unconsciously deemed guilty until proven innocent."A topic that comes up often in today's society is that of introverts and extroverts. While this is discussed often, I get the sense that people still don't what understand what the differences are. Each term has been given a stereotype, similar to ADD, dyslexia, and OCD. People look at one very broad generalization of whatever it may be, and use it as another label. "People with ADD are hyper and easily distracted." "People with dyslexia have trouble reading." "People with OCD need everything to be organized just right." While the stereotypes are there for a reason, they are still just stereotypes, and don't show a true understanding of the issue. I have ADD, and while the label is true in a sense, it isn't entirely accurate. So today, we'll be looking at the labels of introverts and extroverts, and what it is that they're saying. Again, remember that the mind is a complex topic. I don't have a degree in psychology or anything like that. This is based off of logic and what I know of the subject.
The labels themselves are rather simple. Extroverts are outgoing, while introverts are more reserved. However, depending on who you talk to, one side or another may seem to be a bit... bedazzled. For example, in our internet culture, introversion has been glorified. Extroverts are often seen as, or at least portrayed as, intrusive and obnoxious. On the other hand, extroversion is promoted by extroverts just as much. Introverts are seen as reclusive, unable to emerge from their holes to talk to anyone. In a way, we have drawn up battle lines and are prepared to go to war to defend our ways of life.
The extroverts seek to preserve true human contact. To get us out of our shells so we can interact with real human beings instead of simply staring at a screen. The extroverts understand that humans are social creatures, and that we need eachother in order to live.
On the other hand, introverts understand that life isn't all fun and games. It's important to slow down and think things through. Humans need time to rest, to think, to learn. In order to develop our minds, we must learn to use them properly. We can't be depende