7 Secret Perks of Being An Introvert
It can be hard to be an introvert. People are constantly judging you. They make snide comments about how ‘quiet’ and ‘shy’ you are. They insist you should talk more, and when you don’t you’re deemed standoffish.
In Susan Cain’s world-famous book, “Quiet,” she discusses the harsh reality introverts face living in an extrovert's world. But, there is beauty in being an introvert.
There are many secret perks you experience that people don’t often think about.
1. You’re an active listener.
I’ve always been told I’m a good listener, and the same is true for many introverts. Since you don’t hog the conversation with talking, it allows other people to open up and get things off their chests. Introverts are good at asking questions and allowing others the stage to speak.
2. Others tell you their secrets.
One of the more underrated perks of being an introvert is that people tend to trust you more. They don’t think you’ll blab or say anything about them or their secrets, so they’re inclined to tell you dirty truths.
3. You’re comfortable being alone.
It’s really hard to be alone in life. It’s really hard to be alone with your thoughts. This is something many people struggle with because it may force them to look at themselves and address the hard reality. The good news for introverts is that we thrive off this.
4. You tend to be more observant.
Since you don’t spend a lot of time talking, it gives you more time to observe. You’re able to sit quietly somewhere and just take in your environment. That way, you pick up on smaller details and notice more.
5. You’re independent.
You’re okay being by yourself. You don’t need to have others around and don’t require having someone by your side. People tend to confuse introverts with not having confidence or self-esteem, but that’s simply not true.
6. You’re a great writer.
Some of the best writers I know are introverts. Something about the ability to observe and synthesize your surroundings allows you to be able to write with gusto. Writing is how you share your soul. Because you don’t talk as much, you get your thoughts out through writing.
7. You think before you speak.
It’s not often you get in trouble for putting your foot in your mouth. You tend to think things through and decide what you want to say before saying it. You put more caution into your words. Often, you’re so busy thinking things through that you’re more intentional with your words.
8. You’re in tune with yourself.
Being at one with yourself is one of life’s most important achievements. When you have a better understanding of yourself, you feel more comfortable and confident in your skin. Being an introvert you know what you do and don’t like.
9. You have quality friends.
Where extraverts get off on having many friends, introverts do best with a smaller circle of friends. Because of this, your friendships tend to be more quality. Having a smaller circle of friends means you’re more likely to spend quality time and have quality conversations, leading to a deeper friendship.
10. People underestimate you.
People think that since you’re quiet, you’re harmless. People equate ‘introvert’ with ‘innocent’ and they couldn’t be more wrong. It leads to people underestimating your capacities, and then you get to surprise them.
Being an introvert is a gift. There are many things you have going for you that you don’t realize. From being a good listener to being in tune with yourself, you can be proud of who you are as an introvert.
People can label you whatever they want, but at the end of the day, you know who you are. Introverts are necessary to make the world run and the world wouldn’t be the same without your capacities.
Take pride in being an introvert and defy all those people who call you names.
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