Extrovert + Introvert = Ambivert
As a follow up to my Extrovert vs. Introvert post.
Some people have troubles with clearly defining themselves as either an introvert or an extrovert, which is understandable because these extremes are quite often portrayed as the only two alternatives with nothing in between which contrdicts with humans’ fluid and very complex nature. Thus it is entirely not unusual when someone cannot completely identify as either this or that, so for those who possess qualities of both introverts and extroverts the term ambivert has been established.
Ambiverts generally enjoy having company and meeting up with people and interaction usually isn’t as draining for them as it would be for an extremely introverted person, whereas they relish in being on their own just as well and don’t seek the company of others as strongly or often as extroverted people.
Source: ceavit
Extrovert vs. Introvert
There is this common misconception about the natural behaviour of extroverts and introverts; extroverts are often times characterized as being lively and talkative, while introverts are naturally quiet and withdrawn.
This isn’t true. It’s correct that when you meet someone shy and quiet they will more likely be and introvert than an extrovert; however, this doesn’t mean that introverts are naturally shy, or that shy people always have to be introverts. On the contrary, introverts can be very talkative and discuss topics that intrest them for hours on end.
The actual definition of an Introvert is someone who draws energy from being alone with their thoughts, while Extroverts draw their energy from being with others.
Introverts are people can who draw energy from being alone with their thoughts. They enjoy, and sometimes even need, a deep conversation with people they trust; they often don’t like small talk, or rather often don’t see the point in it. But after a while they will feel the need to be alone again, to recharge and sort out things on their own.
Extroverts on the other hand, are people who draw their energy from being with others. They can enjoy being alone with their ideas and dreams just as an introvert can enjoy being around people, yet after a while they will feel the need to interact with others to fill up their energy.
Follow-up: Extrovert + Introvert = Ambivert
Source: ceavit


