Introvert or extrovert: which are you? While it’s an easy choice for some, others struggle to choose a side. Well, there’s good news. Introversion and extroversion aren’t rigid categories — they’re a spectrum, and the middle is ruled by the ambiverts.
So if you feel you’re both an extrovert and an introvert, here are some things you’ll relate to:
#1. You can’t spend too much time with people.
And if you do, you’re going to need at least four days worth of naps to recharge for another social gathering.
#2. But you can’t spend too much time on your own, either.
As much as you love solitude, you want to be around people every now and then.
#3. Small talk isn’t exactly your favourite activity.
Although you can engage in light conversation, you feel as if it’s a little bit insincere.
#4. Asserting yourself is a constant struggle.
You may be timid at times, but when you give it your all, you’re unstoppable.
#5. You’re happy to meet new people.
As long as your existing friends are around to help smooth things along.
#6. You’re a pro at picking up signals that most people are oblivious to.
People have told you more than once how intuitive you are.
#7. When in public, you find yourself observing people most of the time.
You’re certainly not starting conversations with them… unless someone starts them for you.
#8. You can balance out your mood, depending on who you’re with.
You’ve mastered how to adapt to different kinds of people.
#9. You don’t talk much unless it’s about a topic you’re really interested in.
Then you’re more than happy to talk a great detail about it.
#10. You don’t crave attention, but you don’t mind being noticed.
You want to be appreciated, but not so much that you become the center of attention.
#11. You like being out with people, until your energy level suddenly drops.
It just happens.
#12. Whenever you read about introverts and extroverts, you find yourself relating to both sides.
And have a mini identity crisis in the process.
#13. When someone asks which of the two personalities you relate to the most, your usual response is “it depends.”
“No, I’m not being difficult!”
#14. You know when to speak up, and when to shut up.
You know when to push, and when to hold back.
#15. You enjoy being a wallflower just as much as you enjoy being in the moment.
Cheers to you, happy middle ambiverts!