Difference between revisions of "Introversion"
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==Origin== | ==Origin== | ||
''intro''- + -''version'' (as in diversion) | ''intro''- + -''version'' (as in diversion) | ||
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==Definitions== | ==Definitions== | ||
*1: : to turn inward or in upon itself: as | *1: : to turn inward or in upon itself: as | ||
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*2: the state of or tendency toward being wholly or predominantly concerned with and interested in one's own [[mental]] life | *2: the state of or tendency toward being wholly or predominantly concerned with and interested in one's own [[mental]] life | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | '''Introversion''' is "the state of or tendency toward being wholly or predominantly concerned with and interested in one's own mental life". Some popular writers have characterized introverts as people whose [[energy]] tends to expand through [[reflection]] and dwindle during [[interaction]]. This is similar to [ | + | '''Introversion''' is "the state of or tendency toward being wholly or predominantly concerned with and interested in one's own mental life". Some popular writers have characterized introverts as people whose [[energy]] tends to expand through [[reflection]] and dwindle during [[interaction]]. This is similar to [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carl_Jung Jung]'s view, although he [[focused]] on [[psychic]] energy rather than [[physical]] energy. Few [[modern]] conceptions make this [[distinction]]. |
The common modern [[perception]] is that introverts tend to be more reserved and less outspoken in [[groups]]. They often take [[pleasure]] in [[solitary]] activities such as [[reading]], [[writing]], using [[computers]], hiking and fishing. The [[archetypal]] [[artist]], [[writer]], sculptor, engineer, composer and [[inventor]] are all highly introverted. An introvert is likely to enjoy time spent [[alone]] and find less reward in time spent with large [[groups]] of people, though he or she may enjoy [[interactions]] with close friends. [[Trust]] is usually an issue of significance: a [[virtue]] of utmost importance to an introvert is choosing a [[worthy]] [[companion]]. They prefer to concentrate on a single activity at a time and like to [[observe]] situations before they [[participate]], especially observed in developing [[children]] and [[adolescents]]. They are more [[analytical]] before speaking. Introverts are easily overwhelmed by too much [[stimulation]] from [[social]] gatherings and engagement, introversion having even been defined by some in terms of a preference for a [[quiet]], more minimally stimulating environment. | The common modern [[perception]] is that introverts tend to be more reserved and less outspoken in [[groups]]. They often take [[pleasure]] in [[solitary]] activities such as [[reading]], [[writing]], using [[computers]], hiking and fishing. The [[archetypal]] [[artist]], [[writer]], sculptor, engineer, composer and [[inventor]] are all highly introverted. An introvert is likely to enjoy time spent [[alone]] and find less reward in time spent with large [[groups]] of people, though he or she may enjoy [[interactions]] with close friends. [[Trust]] is usually an issue of significance: a [[virtue]] of utmost importance to an introvert is choosing a [[worthy]] [[companion]]. They prefer to concentrate on a single activity at a time and like to [[observe]] situations before they [[participate]], especially observed in developing [[children]] and [[adolescents]]. They are more [[analytical]] before speaking. Introverts are easily overwhelmed by too much [[stimulation]] from [[social]] gatherings and engagement, introversion having even been defined by some in terms of a preference for a [[quiet]], more minimally stimulating environment. | ||
| − | Introversion is not seen as being identical to [[shy]] or to being a social outcast. Introverts prefer [[solitary]] activities over [[social]] ones, whereas shy people (who may be extroverts at heart) avoid social encounters out of [[fear]].[ | + | Introversion is not seen as being identical to [[shy]] or to being a social outcast. Introverts prefer [[solitary]] activities over [[social]] ones, whereas shy people (who may be extroverts at heart) avoid social encounters out of [[fear]].[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Introversion] |
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
*'''''[[Extroversion]]''''' | *'''''[[Extroversion]]''''' | ||
[[Category: Psychology]] | [[Category: Psychology]] | ||
Latest revision as of 01:22, 13 December 2020
Origin
intro- + -version (as in diversion)
Definitions
- 1: : to turn inward or in upon itself: as
- a : to concentrate or direct upon oneself
- 2: the state of or tendency toward being wholly or predominantly concerned with and interested in one's own mental life
Description
Introversion is "the state of or tendency toward being wholly or predominantly concerned with and interested in one's own mental life". Some popular writers have characterized introverts as people whose energy tends to expand through reflection and dwindle during interaction. This is similar to Jung's view, although he focused on psychic energy rather than physical energy. Few modern conceptions make this distinction.
The common modern perception is that introverts tend to be more reserved and less outspoken in groups. They often take pleasure in solitary activities such as reading, writing, using computers, hiking and fishing. The archetypal artist, writer, sculptor, engineer, composer and inventor are all highly introverted. An introvert is likely to enjoy time spent alone and find less reward in time spent with large groups of people, though he or she may enjoy interactions with close friends. Trust is usually an issue of significance: a virtue of utmost importance to an introvert is choosing a worthy companion. They prefer to concentrate on a single activity at a time and like to observe situations before they participate, especially observed in developing children and adolescents. They are more analytical before speaking. Introverts are easily overwhelmed by too much stimulation from social gatherings and engagement, introversion having even been defined by some in terms of a preference for a quiet, more minimally stimulating environment.
Introversion is not seen as being identical to shy or to being a social outcast. Introverts prefer solitary activities over social ones, whereas shy people (who may be extroverts at heart) avoid social encounters out of fear.[1]
