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Introverts have a lot to say but also value the power of being quiet. Silence is not the absence of words, but the presence of focus. The only thing introverts hate more than talking about themselves is repeating themselves. Purposeful silence is a beautiful thing “There is always music amongst the trees, but our hearts must be still to hear it.” — Minnie Aumonier What other benefits are there to being the quiet one? Please share your thoughts with us in the comments section. Have you ever heard the phrase, “Quiet people have the loudest minds?” This statement is a notable fact about introvert people. Quiet people don’t let the day-to-day trivialities of life bother them. They think big picture and don’t spend their thoughts worrying about the mundane. This makes quiet people generally great writers because they don’t waste your time with small talk and fluff.

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People who take the time to be alone usually have depth, originality, and quiet reserve. – John Miller To sum up, always pay attention to the quiet ones. Though their mouths are often closed, their minds are wide open. Quietness is a gift in a noisy world. It’s not something to question. Only when you know a person deep down will you recognise the differences in their quietnesses. You don’t need to point it out. You may just need to be there, if they need or want to talk.Jung’ suggested that everyone has both extroverted and introverted sides, with one being more dominant than the other. One of the reasons your often don’t hear from the quiet one is that they have a hard time getting into the conversation – Extroverts interrupt all the time but an introvert can’t find an open space in which to inject a comment. He thinks I’m a snob? He’s not the first. Just because I’m quiet doesn’t mean I’m aloof. Maybe I just want to be alone. Maybe I’m not good at conversation. ― Jenn Bennett, Alex, Approximately Shyness/Social Anxiety (you want to join the conversation but you fear making yourself a social outcast by saying something stupid) It’s more difficult for women to earn recognition for making a valuable contribution than it is for men. The same happens with quiet people. Make space for everyone to have their turn to share their thoughts and opinions — everyone should agree to abide by the one-voice-at-a-time practice.

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This blog is a reflection of the challenges of being one of ‘the quiet ones’ in an education system that idealises extroversion. We, Eva and Kerrie, want to share our experiences, reflect upon challenges, and highlight what it’s like to be an introvert in an ‘extroverted world’ (Thom, 2020). We also pose an important question:Have schools become toxic places for introverted children*? The terms introvert and extrovert were popularized by Carl Jung in the early 20th Century, although both the widespread understanding and usage differ from his original intent. People turned it into a binary approach — you are one or the other. Dark Horse is a metaphorical expression for someone or something that rises to unexpected prominence. The term originated in horse racing as a reference to the contender nobody had on their radar. It’s also been applied to politics describing a candidate no one thought would win. U.S. President James Polk is an example of such an unexpected surprise nominee and winner. Answering the question, “What is introvert person?” and knowing several introvert characteristics will help you identify the way introverts behave. But as introverts and highly sensitive people well know, reality is a lot more complex than this. Everyone experiences shyness and intimidation from time to time. We would also be lying if we said we were interested in every conversation we’ve ever been part of.Shy, quiet, sensitive, withdrawn, nerdy, anti-social, rude…even stupid! These are all words that are (incorrectly) used to describe quiet or introverted children.

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This powerful account serves to highlight the damaging psychological impacts of what Thom (2020, p.14) calls the “flippant dismissal of quiet”. As psychologists, we call for greater awareness, appreciation, and celebration of introverted personalities in schools. Introverts are calm, but can also be outgoing, depending on how comfortable they are around you. They are also loyal and trustworthy people that form worthwhile associations. Why am I an introvert? The speaker and author explains on her TED talk how, in the 20th Century, we shifted from a culture of character to one of personality. Being bold and having social influence and charisma became critical traits to define a successful personality I don't think I breathed from about halfway through to the end. A masterpiece from a crime genius’ Susi Holliday

Similarly, people still believe that being an introvert is not normal — those who act and speak louder are favored.

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Introverts don’t thrive in an extrovert-centric workplace. Create quiet spaces and experiences for both individuals and small teams. 4. Recover the value of silence I owe everything that I have done to the fact that I am very much at ease being alone. Marilynne Robinson Being left-handed was vigorously oppressed throughout the centuries — lefties were forced to use their right hand to write. Discriminatory practices against left-handers persisted well into the 20th Century. Inexperienced leaders, or victims of the Peter Principle, who are out of their depth and overshadowed by more experienced staff. There’s some humility in their behaviour as they don’t pretend to know stuff and share meaningless nonsense only to have contributed. This brings us to the third category.People think I’m quiet because I’m shy. The truth is I’m shy at first but when I’m comfortable with someone, I do the stupidest random things. – unknown Many people have introvert personality traits without knowing its originality. Although there’s no proven cause of introversion, if you can say, “I am an introvert,” it shows you have a great degree of brain activity compared to most individuals. This process causes you to be withdrawn and to prefer less-stimulating environments. Why are people introverts? I remember growing-up, classmates would say, “Why don’t you talk more?” I felt something was wrong with me. I enjoyed listening to others, observing the world, and cultivating my inner-self. I would rather sit on a pumpkin and have it all to myself, than be crowded on a velvet cushion. Henry David Thoreau This notion applies to any team — working, sports, friends, and family relationships must provide a safe space for everyone to speak up. Quiet people need safe time — let them choose when to talk and respect their opinions.