callmefence said:
Shy and timid is actually the definition...but hey whatever. I answered your post in a honest and lengthy way. You feel the need to argue the definition. That's in the dictionary..... what kinda personality are you...lol
Actually, I'm an introvert. It was never my intention to argue about it. I thought that's what you were trying to do when you immediately tried to correct my post and say it was a poor choice of words. Even if shy and timid is sometimes used as a definition, that is just a very, very generic definition that is basically more of a characteristic. I focused on introversion/extroversion quite a bit in college many years ago. I assume you Googled a definition, so I did the same and found some explanations that describe it in more detail:
"Introversion is a personality trait characterized by a focus on internal feelings rather than on external sources of stimulation. Introverts tend to be more quiet, reserved, and introspective. Unlike extroverts who gain energy from social interaction, introverts have to expend energy in social situations. After attending a party or spending time in a large group of people, introverts often feel a need to "recharge" by spending a period of time alone.
It is important to note that introversion does not necessarily equate with shyness. In their book, The Development of Shyness and Social Withdrawal, authors Schmidt and Buss write, "Sociability refers to the motive, strong or weak, of wanting to be with others, whereas shyness refers to behavior when with others, inhibited or uninhibited, as well as feelings of tension and discomfort." Shyness indicates a fear of people or social situations. Introverts, on the other hand, simply do not like to spend lots of time interacting with other people"