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My introversion is most apparent after a long day at work. To de-compress, I find it relaxing to draw or get coffee with a friend. I enjoy spending time with people one-on-one, as opposed to large groups.
Extraverts seek stimulation outside themselves-- through high-energy activities and with lots of people. This isn't to say that introverts don't find these activities engaging, but rather introverts might not pursue these activities all the time. Zelenski, J.M., Whelan, D.C., Nealis, L.J., Besner, C.M., Santoro, M.S., & Wynn, J.E. (2013). Personality and affective forecasting: Trait introverts underpredict the hedonic benefits of acting extraverted. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 104(6), 1092-1108. WHAT MAKES YOU AN INTROVERT OR EXTRAVERT?!
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Amy Cuddy's Ted Talk had an impact on me when I was applying to jobs. That year I applied to 50 jobs and at the interviews, I felt uncomfortable and insecure. Amy Cuddy's "power pose" gave me that confidence at those interviews. Even though I didn't feel comfortable in my own skin, my body language tricked myself into thinking that I was confident.
TOP 5 TIPS 1. Do you notice that you tap your foot or move it around when you're talking to someone? Another person may think that you're feeling impatient (re: foot-tapping) or that you're anxious or drank too much coffee (re: moving your leg). 2. How do you hold your body when you're walking? Your swagger might show that you're over-confident or approachable. 3. What is your voice volume? A high-pitched voice might be perceived as irritating. But a varied tone of voice would suggest that you're interested in what that person says. 4. Watch your favorite movie on mute. Observe how these actors/actresses show emotion and how you might respond. 5. Imitate the pace of the person's speech. Mirroring the other person suggests that we are empathizing with the person. |
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