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==Origin==

==Origin==

''intro''- + -''version'' (as in diversion)

''intro''- + -''version'' (as in diversion)

*[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/17th_century 1654]

*[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/17th_century 1654]

==Definitions==

==Definitions==

*1: : to turn inward or in upon itself: as

*1: : to turn inward or in upon itself: as

*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 [http://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]].

'''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]].[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Introversion]

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]]