World Introvert Day
Introverts Celebrate25 total reviews
Comment from BethShelby
I enjoyed reading this. I think I might be on the cusp too. Lately, I can't hear as well as I once could and when you don't hear half of what is being said, I think it makes you more introverted because you are left out of what is going on around. One to one i'm comfortable talking but get me a group where someone want shut up and I don't try to compete. I'm happy just to listen.
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2021
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I enjoyed reading this. I think I might be on the cusp too. Lately, I can't hear as well as I once could and when you don't hear half of what is being said, I think it makes you more introverted because you are left out of what is going on around. One to one i'm comfortable talking but get me a group where someone want shut up and I don't try to compete. I'm happy just to listen.
Comment Written 02-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2021
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I am sorry about your hearing. My parents are both losing their hearing and I can see how they struggle with it. We have some odd conversations because they don't understand what I say.
Introverts are known as listeners. Extroverts sometimes don't know when to quit. Sometimes I would like to get up and leave a meeting because all they are doing is talking and they aren't getting anywhere, but it would be rude.
Comment from juliaSjames
A wonderful essay on a fascinating subject..I would rate myself an introvert although my career required me to be outgoing and assertive.. That was difficult. Hmmmm. I wonder how many seeming extroverts are really introverts in work disguise?
You presented the facts in an agreeable and user friendly way.
Thanks for sharing Debi. Happy 2021!
Stay safe and blessed
Julia
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2021
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A wonderful essay on a fascinating subject..I would rate myself an introvert although my career required me to be outgoing and assertive.. That was difficult. Hmmmm. I wonder how many seeming extroverts are really introverts in work disguise?
You presented the facts in an agreeable and user friendly way.
Thanks for sharing Debi. Happy 2021!
Stay safe and blessed
Julia
Comment Written 02-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2021
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Hi Julia,
Most introverts have to stretch themselves in the business world to fit the expectations of the extroverts. Sounds like you were successful.
Thank you for the kind comments about the writing and for the wonderful six star rating.
Debi
Comment from Irish Rain
Being an introvert, of course I love this.
I agree with the entire piece.
I have to say that I love the fact that this
pandemic has kept everyone away.
I have never been lonely in my life, and if I
had to stay in quarantine for a year...I'd be thrilled.
LOVE THIS,
blessings...
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2021
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Being an introvert, of course I love this.
I agree with the entire piece.
I have to say that I love the fact that this
pandemic has kept everyone away.
I have never been lonely in my life, and if I
had to stay in quarantine for a year...I'd be thrilled.
LOVE THIS,
blessings...
Comment Written 02-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2021
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I agree the introverts are going to weather this pandemic better than the extroverts. I have never been lonely either.
I am reminded of a man that I dated once. We saw a person sitting at a table alone eating and reading a book. His reaction was, 'How can anyone do that?' I just looked at him and shook my head because he didn't get it. If you can't be by yourself, how can you force your company on others? It didn't work out. LOL.
Thank you for your insights and for the fabulous six stars.
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I SO get that!!
My husband has never understood.
I do my needlework, artwork, ect, in the kitchen. I enjoy the solitude.
My husband, who enjoys watching TV, ect, often wanders in...because he doesn't want me to be lonely.
I don't try to explain anymore after 22 years, ha ha. It's kinda sweet...but SO delusional.
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Love it! I've had similar experiences.
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Ha ha....I just wait them out!! Have a lovely week!!
Comment from rspoet
Hello Debi.
A wonderful, interesting post.
While I don't dislike people, I do dislike crowds
with the exception of concerts, plays and movies,
where the crowd adds to the atmosphere and mutual enjoyment.
I just finished reading Mr. Penunbra's24-Hour Bookstore,
and am now reading The Lost Book of the Holy Grail.
Thought, reading, walking, hiking, rowing,
I grow more introverted all the times.
Beautiful photograph too.
Have a great, safe, quiet day.
Robert
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2021
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Hello Debi.
A wonderful, interesting post.
While I don't dislike people, I do dislike crowds
with the exception of concerts, plays and movies,
where the crowd adds to the atmosphere and mutual enjoyment.
I just finished reading Mr. Penunbra's24-Hour Bookstore,
and am now reading The Lost Book of the Holy Grail.
Thought, reading, walking, hiking, rowing,
I grow more introverted all the times.
Beautiful photograph too.
Have a great, safe, quiet day.
Robert
Comment Written 02-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 03-Jan-2021
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Hi Robert,
You do sound like an introvert. I didn't mention all their traits, but they do enjoy groups if they are comfortable. They sometimes even step up to be the entertainment if they are in an atmosphere they like.
Those books sound interesting. I like anything about the knights of the Round Table so I may have to look up that one about the Holy Grail.
Thanks for the fantastic review and the six stars.
Debi
Comment from Raffaelina Lowcock
This is a very well written piece about introverts. I am like you, on the cusp. I love being alone, I am never lonely, but I welcome being with others on various occasions. The part about being alone could also involve the reason. The reason being sometimes we just aren't up to conversation. Not always, but sometimes. Enjoy the day.
Ralf
reply by the author on 02-Jan-2021
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This is a very well written piece about introverts. I am like you, on the cusp. I love being alone, I am never lonely, but I welcome being with others on various occasions. The part about being alone could also involve the reason. The reason being sometimes we just aren't up to conversation. Not always, but sometimes. Enjoy the day.
Ralf
Comment Written 02-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 02-Jan-2021
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Hi Ralf,
Thank you for the encouraging comments about the writing. I agree with you, I am never lonely. Extroverts don't seem to comprehend how that is possible. I think we have the advantage.
Have a wonderful 2021.
Debi
Comment from RetroStarfish
This is a wonderful - and informative - essay, with a clever ending. The former journalist in me appreciates that you've laid out so much information in a well-written and straightforward manner. The former speechwriter in me appreciates the 'call to action' which motivates the reader. The wanna be writer in me appreciates the way you tied it all up at the end.
Well done.
reply by the author on 02-Jan-2021
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This is a wonderful - and informative - essay, with a clever ending. The former journalist in me appreciates that you've laid out so much information in a well-written and straightforward manner. The former speechwriter in me appreciates the 'call to action' which motivates the reader. The wanna be writer in me appreciates the way you tied it all up at the end.
Well done.
Comment Written 02-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 02-Jan-2021
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Thank you for the detailed review and for looking at this essay from several angles. I appreciate the encouragement. Thank you for mentioning the ending. You made my day.
Debi
Comment from judiverse
Well, I'm glad to know about National Introvert Day. This was a new one to me, but we have so many days already. How handy that it's also Science Fiction Day. Since I would put myself in the "introvert" category, I'm glad you included that list of famous introverts. Hello, Bill Gates! I'm like you. You did an excellent job of relating the origins of the day and explaining what introverts are like. Good suggestions for how to spend the day. I could always watch "Dead Poet's Society." Interesting subject, and you develop it in interesting fashion. Happy New Year. judi
reply by the author on 02-Jan-2021
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Well, I'm glad to know about National Introvert Day. This was a new one to me, but we have so many days already. How handy that it's also Science Fiction Day. Since I would put myself in the "introvert" category, I'm glad you included that list of famous introverts. Hello, Bill Gates! I'm like you. You did an excellent job of relating the origins of the day and explaining what introverts are like. Good suggestions for how to spend the day. I could always watch "Dead Poet's Society." Interesting subject, and you develop it in interesting fashion. Happy New Year. judi
Comment Written 02-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 02-Jan-2021
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Hi Judi,
Thank you for the detailed review. I agree with your choice of movie and your chosen introverted hero.
I appreciate the gracious comments about the writing.
Have a wonderful day.
Debi
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You're welcome. I enjoyed reading. judi
Comment from Gert sherwood
Introverts Celebrate
World Introvert Day
w.j.debi how I wish give you a six rating why us introverts should celebrate.
Smiles to where you said include me--
As a group, writers tend to be more introverted. Good thing since writing requires time alone. Also, two introverts can be alone together and be perfectly content not to say a word for hours.
My husband and I are happy when we are alone; this way we have learned to Understand each other for sixty-six years.
Gert
reply by the author on 02-Jan-2021
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Introverts Celebrate
World Introvert Day
w.j.debi how I wish give you a six rating why us introverts should celebrate.
Smiles to where you said include me--
As a group, writers tend to be more introverted. Good thing since writing requires time alone. Also, two introverts can be alone together and be perfectly content not to say a word for hours.
My husband and I are happy when we are alone; this way we have learned to Understand each other for sixty-six years.
Gert
Comment Written 02-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 02-Jan-2021
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Hi Gert,
Thank you for the virtual six. I appreciate it.
I am so happy to hear this was a meaningful essay for you.
What a wonderful thing for two introverts to find each other. Sixty-six years together. That is amazing.
Debi
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You are most welcome w.j.debi
Gert
Comment from royowen
Our two daughters are poles apart, the elder, outgoing, gifted and quite selfless, and an over achiever, the younger, quiet, (but not with us) prefers her own home, they are a perfect match, each other's best friend, very rarely squabbled, the elder has always watched over her "little" sister. Thank you for this, well done, great write, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 02-Jan-2021
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Our two daughters are poles apart, the elder, outgoing, gifted and quite selfless, and an over achiever, the younger, quiet, (but not with us) prefers her own home, they are a perfect match, each other's best friend, very rarely squabbled, the elder has always watched over her "little" sister. Thank you for this, well done, great write, blessings Roy
Comment Written 02-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 02-Jan-2021
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Hi Roy,
It is great to hear about your daughters and how well they get along with each other.
Thank you for sharing your insights and the kind comments about the writing.
Debi
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Blessings
Comment from Suzanna Ray
Dear debi, thank you so much for posting this. I am going to bookcase it and print out copies to give to all the people who think I don't like them, because I have to leave, because they tend to go on and on. I am so introverted, Meyers-Briggs rated me a "1 percenter. " a word maybe I invented, because I tested so far out on their scale.
reply by the author on 02-Jan-2021
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Dear debi, thank you so much for posting this. I am going to bookcase it and print out copies to give to all the people who think I don't like them, because I have to leave, because they tend to go on and on. I am so introverted, Meyers-Briggs rated me a "1 percenter. " a word maybe I invented, because I tested so far out on their scale.
Comment Written 02-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 02-Jan-2021
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Hi Suzanna Ray,
What a great compliment, that you would save this essay and share it. I am honored. Hopefully, it will help your extroverted friends understand you better and your need for some solitude.
I love the comment about being a one-percenter.
Enjoy the day.
Debi