A HAPPY INTROVERT
— KEYS TO HELP BOOST YOUR HAPPINESS AS AN INTROVERT
INTRODUCTION
Many of us have heard the word ‘Introvert’ but not all understand it. We often misinterpret Shyness for Introversion.
Before I go any further, let’s take a look at some of these crucial words;
- Happy - To be comfortable, satisfied (with or to do something); having no complaint (to something). It is a feeling arising from a consciousness of well-being or of enjoyment; enjoying good of any kind, such as comfort, peace, or tranquillity; blissful, contented, joyous.
- Introvert - One who concentrates mostly on their mind, emotions, or relationships. Such a person naturally prefers to spend time in non-social situations alone. They seek every little chance of solitude they can get which has lots of important mental health benefits, for example, it allows them(introverts)/everybody in general to focus and recharge.
Being happy is what every soul wishes to taste and it benefits both "the Introverts and Extroverts", furthermore, it defines our personality mostly, with adjectives like enthusiastic or outgoing. Some of these personality traits are possessed by socialites (those who are outgoing, sociable and socially confident or concerned with outer affairs or the tendency to draw strength from being connected to the outside world and social conditions), it is the opposite of Introverts. They can also be referred to as Extroverts.
It is true that good health brings happiness (ignoring the dopamine system relating to the brain), I believe what matters most is our choices, behaviour and will which we can control even if we’re born introvert.
And when dealing with the relationships of those closer or related to us, we need pay attention that their happiness because only then can we experience same quality too. Happiness is very important to our health.
For the fact that extroverts may spend more time connecting with others than introverts thereby gaining happiness from it doesn’t mean that Introvert can’t or enjoy such right too.
Forget the dopamine system in the brain, what matters most is our choices, behaviour and will (which we can control) even if we’re born introvert.
How can you boost your happiness as an introvert? Here are some tips to you can find useful;
I’ll start with HONESTY. Why? because, it is the building block to reach that change, that height of happiness you’re aiming for as an Introvert.
HONESTY
This zeal/passion is what you need as an introvert to get to that point, to achieve your aim. The energy you’ll need to keep you up on your mission. Knowing fully well that you’re about to leave your safe zone to explore the world which also comes with some negative effects too needs a 100% zeal and will, so, try stay true to yourself and those you’ll eventually meet with time(those you’ll come across and share memories with).
COMMUNICATION
Work on your communication techniques by knowing what, when, and how to put up a conversation that’ll last for at least half an hour. Building new connections is important likewise strengthening existing relationships. This tip shouldn’t be difficult a task for you to handle as an introvert. Why? Because we’re built with this rare talent, an ability so l close to that of a mind-reader. They can detect what mood, personality, attitude and make a tiny guess about the kind of person they meet and what kind of conversation and question to ask(mostly on a first meet).
ACT (A Play)
Introverts play a great role when it comes to pretense (also making them good in terms of putting up a play). It is advisable to kick this task of yours in a form of an act (If you’re finding these whole missions, energy-consuming), only then you can start with a pretense. Gradually you’ll get to master it and walk such part well.
Try calling a friend of yours or a family member you have spoken to in a while. You can use a friend for a change.
