Extrovert
Some traits of the outgoing personality.
Many people make incorrect assumptions when they meet an extrovert.
1. One such idea is that they are domineering. Some extroverts might very well be quite directional; however that trait might be a cover up for something. That something might be a person in their life that is so reserved that they do not even say anything for any reason. The extrovert therefore is left to take a lead roll even though they are not domineering at all.
2. Another bad label is that they are self assured to a fault. Some extroverts might be self reliant, independent, have specific opinions and other strong self esteem traits too. These characteristics can be solid attributes, unless they are pushed onto a person who does not stand firmly on their ground.
3. Along with being verbose, an extrovert is often labeled a non listener. Some extroverts listen well enough that they can actually talk and listen at the same time. Quite often a trained ear of an extrovert can listen to more than one conversation while talking too. An extrovert does not have to be wordy to be considered outgoing.
4. Opinionated is a harsh word to pin on anyone. We all have opinions and our pet peeves as well. The triggers for everyone vary immensely as they do with the extrovert. The extrovert most often will be the first to give their ideas about a certain subject. This is often done because no one else comes forward to lead the way. The extrovert goes to the head of the line when they take the initiative in sharing their enlightenment. Many people do not like to discuss what bothers them. It seems as though it is more aptly swept under the rug rather than discuss annoyances. The extrovert is most often a problem solver, so that opinion about any pet peeve is said with no reservation.
In closing, just know that is a person behind the extroverted personality. You can not always judge a book by it’s cover and neither can you judge a person by their cover. It might just be by choice or by demand in their life that they are an extrovert.
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lindalulu
On November 19, 2008 at 9:23 am
Very informative, thank you!
shaun simpson
On November 19, 2008 at 9:57 am
well written piece
Lauren Axelrod
On November 19, 2008 at 10:54 am
Very interesting. I consider my self an extrovert. I do have selective hearing and I am very confident when it comes to some topics but, I try to remain humble. Keep it up
Darla Smith
On November 19, 2008 at 11:03 am
Very interesting and informative article. Thanks for sharing.
Moses Ingram
On November 19, 2008 at 11:22 am
I agree with what you’ve written here. Very good article
gabbic1219
On November 19, 2008 at 11:39 am
very nice article….so true,i myself am an extrovert.I do not try to over power anyone nor am i over the top w/ it….i am friendly and a true listener and very independent!
Loreta Dorington
On November 19, 2008 at 11:56 am
I admire extrovert people on how they can freely express themselves confidently, but who are also willing to listen and exchange ideas with other people.
Lavia
On November 19, 2008 at 12:27 pm
Very nice, and informative. Some say I am an extrovert. Some say I am the opposite. I guess it depends on what day you catch me. Very informative.
Will Gray
On November 19, 2008 at 12:52 pm
Great write! Very thought provoking!
Liane Schmidt
On November 19, 2008 at 2:05 pm
Interesting article, yes, and no 2 people are ever truly alike, from the surface some things may seem similar, but when you get to know someone, everyone is so different and unique.
Blessings.
Sincerely,
-Liane Schmidt.
C Jordan
On November 19, 2008 at 6:14 pm
Good article.
Tony Downing
On November 19, 2008 at 6:23 pm
I’ve learned something from this…blessings…very informative. ~T
nobert soloria bermosa
On November 19, 2008 at 10:42 pm
very interesting point of view,
eddiego65
On November 20, 2008 at 8:44 am
Very enlightening article. Thanks for correcting some misconceptions of people with extrovert personalities.
leena mathew
On November 23, 2008 at 11:44 am
you are vouching for extroverts ardently i agree to some degree but i have known overly extrovert people and they can e a bit too much. this is a great in depth psychological analysis of people though.
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