Introverts rather stay on the background,
often hesitate to make a decision and get
fatigued by social interaction.
But these so-called weaknesses are easily
compensated by a series of strengths that
are generally overlooked, despite the fact
that they are invaluable in many different settings.
The fact of the matter is: we live an extroverted
world, in which extroverted qualities are
desirable over introverted qualities.
So, to enhance the emancipation of the introvert
a little bit, and because I'm quite introverted
myself, I present to you eight strengths of
introverts.
(1) Deep thinking
Introverts often spend a good portion of their
time in solitude, during which they think
deeply about life.
Overthinking comes with dangers, which I explain
in my video called 4 Dangers Of Overthinking
(link below), but thinking in general can
also be a great source of strength.
An introvert's brain works differently than
an extrovert's brain, which makes an introvert
process information more deeply.
A strong aspect of thinking is the ability
to reflect on life and explore different future scenarios.
Although this could lead to worrying and rumination,
it is an opportunity to design a life that
suits them, and build strategies to accomplish
it.
Introverts are not only deep thinkers; they
are often great writers too.
The practice of journaling, is a powerful
tool to reflect on the past and make sense
out of it, in order to design a better future.
An introverted mind is great at planning out
life step by step, because it carefully imagines
pitfalls and possibilities, and is aware of
things that many extroverts will probably overlook.
(2) Productivity in solitude
People often say being around people energizes
the extrovert, but exhausts the introvert.
And, from my own experience, I think that's
true.
After a period of socialization we need time
alone to recover and replenish our energy.
This means that we are most energized when
alone, and, thus, the most productive.
When you are most productive in solitude,
you are gifted with an opportunity to pursue
great, creative accomplishments.
This could be something artistic, or perhaps
creating an application, or writing a book.
These things are not made during meetings
nor on networking events; they are made by
non-nonsense labour and discipline, executed
in solitude.
Nikola Tesla is an example of what extraordinary
things can be accomplished when you work alone.
I made a video about him; you´ll find a link
in the description.
(3) Creativity in expressing ourselves
A coping mechanism of not wanting to be in
the center of the attention is, basically,
finding ways to express ourselves nonetheless.
That's why many introverts become good at
arts.
When I was a child I used to express myself
by drawing.
Today, I often express myself with memes or
stupid self-made videos to show my appreciation
towards my friends.
And, the videos on this channel, the editing,
the choice of music, is a much more natural