While being shy and being an introvert is not the same thing, many shy people have elements of introversion in them.   Here’s a list of interesting introvert traits:

1. Introverts make up about 25% of the general population. 

2. Introverts are interested in facts and details. 

3. Introverts don’t like interruptions. 

4. Introverts love to read.

5. Introverts need time for themselves.

6. Introverts say what they mean. 

7. Introverts are not interested in trends.

8. Introverts are creative, resourceful and self-reflective.

9. Introverts make up about 60% of the gifted population.

10. Being an introvert is ok. It is not a negative characteristic that needs to be overcome.

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5 Responses to “Introverts don’t like small talk and other interesting facts.”

1. Lavender Says:
   July 1st, 2007 at 7:45 pm

   As a confirmed introvert, I appreciate this list. Alot of people do confuse introversion and shyness.
   Interesting blog you have here, good idea for a topic. Cheers!

2. annie arcilla Says:
   July 16th, 2007 at 10:48 pm

   after reading the above mentioned positive traits of being an introvert, its good to know that i do belong in the 25% of the population. Introverts rocks!!

3. Sarah Says:
   July 17th, 2007 at 8:38 pm

   That list described me to a T! The internet provides the perfect amount of social time and alone time for an introvert because I can decide when I want to interact with others.

   @annie: We do rock, don’t we!

4. dee Says:
   July 17th, 2007 at 9:05 pm

   I enjoy the internet for that same reason Sarah.

5. Robert A. Henru Says:
   June 26th, 2008 at 3:06 pm

   Hi Dee, a very interesting list. I’m a blogger on introversion topic as well, and really blessed by this article! Introverts may not enjoy socializing in the crowd, but they do enjoy talk one-by-one.

   Thanks!
   Robert

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