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Introverts, Extroverts, and Cultural Context: A Framework for Life and Work
Whether you’re an introvert, extrovert, or ambivert, understanding how this applies within different cultural contexts can help you navigate and adapt to changing modes in life and work.
Don’t think of introversion as something that needs to be cured… Spend your free time the way you like, not the way you think you’re supposed to.” ~ Susan Cain
My entire life, I’ve heard advice to speak up more. I was often mistaken as a shy, insecure person because I take time to process information and would not give an opinion unless I’m certain it makes sense for others.
Extroverted people would say that I should come out of my head and stop over-analyzing. However, if I’m not speaking, I’m probably focusing and processing the ideas being presented, and prefer not to interrupt.
Even though introversion is often perceived negatively, it’s a trait that means the person prefers to recharge by spending time alone.
Introverts are better at listening than speaking, make efforts to include others, carefully…
