Embracing the Positive Side of Introversion

Introversion is not a disease to be cured. Rather, it is a personality trait with many positive qualities to it. Yet many introverts in our extroverted society feel at odds with their innate nature. They have come to believe that they are less-than, and not good enough because they do not fit comfortably into the norms of society. With a little understanding and nurturing, however, most introverts can embrace the many positive qualities they were born with. Qualities such as creativity, problem solving, and leadership are what most introverts are born with and what makes them so integral to our world.

Creativity

Introverts use their brains differently than extroverts. Brain scans show that there is more activity in the introvert's frontal lobes-the area where problem solving and long-term memory retrieval take place-which suggests they are thinking deeply all the time. Albert Einstein is perhaps one of the most famous of all introverts. His ability to think creatively and outside the box provided the platform to fully use his genius. Introverts are stimulated by complex thoughts and excel in creative thinking and creative endeavors.

Problem Solving

Introverts are also the natural problem solvers of the world. They would rather grapple with finding solutions to complex problems than spend time at a social event. While they may seem too deep or introspective to their extroverted counterparts, their ability to focus, and their natural desire to see every side of any given problem, helps them to be thought leaders in innovation.

Leadership

It's lonely at the top. Leadership is often a solitary pursuit. Solitude, of course, is something that introverts are very comfortable with. This, combined with an inner self-reliance that is not dependent on outside opinion, makes the introvert prime leadership material.

Introverts naturally think outside of the box to create, problem solve, and lead. For any introvert to feel less-than or that they don't fit in is a tragedy for they are the true thinkers of the world. Action without thought could dangerously approach chaos. Thought without action becomes stagnant. Even though the nation celebrates the extrovert's personality, it would be a sad day indeed to not celebrate and embrace the many strengths of the introvert.

(Reprint from an article first published on EzineArticles.com 

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