I've learned today that I am definitely an introvert. I may crave human interaction every once in a while but only in a small groups of people. Other times I can be happy just being by myself. There is a poor perception that introverts are anti-social and avoid any kind of interaction with people.
In a recent TED talk, a lawyer gives a lecture about how she herself is an introvert. She never thought it was a good thing until she got further into her career. She explained that there are many people who are secretly introverts but they are pushed to be extroverts. Society has raised us to think that only extroverted people are happy and successful. However, the punchline is that introverts are needed in the work place more than ever right now. People who are introverted can show true dedication to the workforce without being stimulated by social interaction. Most companies now days are asking more and more employees to be self-starters. Introverts excel when they are given some time alone, so who do you think companies going to hire - an introvert or an extrovert?
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Right now I am enjoying a ice latte while people watching. I'm by myself at this crowded beach and I am still blissfully happy being alone. I watch a father throw his little girls up into the air just for them to splash down into the water. I see a couple of families walk by talking pictures of each other on the sandy beach because who knows when they will be able to enjoy this family time together? I met a couple from South Africa earlier today and we had a nice long discussion about Singaporean/Malaysian customs control. And throughout this time I smile with my whole heart.
I don't have to be with friends or family to enjoy this time at the beach. I don't stray away from talking to people either. With this new found approach to who I am, my life path is a little bit clearer... Hope I've clarified some things for you too.
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