The term "introvert" is of Latin origin. It was formed from the words intro - "inward" and vertere - "to turn". That is, an introvert is a person who is focused on his inner world. Communication is often difficult for him, he does not like to be in sight, in the center of attention. For an introvert, it is unrealistic to be frank with other people, to open up the soul. Therefore, an introvert can appear arrogant from the outside, although this is far from the case.
What are the characteristics of an introvert person?
Such a person, as an introvert, has a habit of carefully thinking over his every word, analyzing his every action, as well as the words and actions of other people with whom he contacts in life. Therefore, an introvert, as a rule, is a responsible person, not inclined to adventures, unnecessary risks. On the other hand, at the same time he often comes to real self-criticism, fearing to make a mistake, or raising any nuisance into the category of a universal disaster. And the introvert experiences all this inside, not giving vent to emotions. It is not surprising that introverts are often prone to nervous strain, stress, depression.
Thanks to the prudence of introverts, the habits of carefully calculating everything, they make good performers.
And because of the fear of making a mistake and avoiding publicity, it is almost impossible for an introvert to become a good organizer.
When meeting new people, the introvert feels uncomfortable, prefers to remain silent, or is limited to stingy neutral phrases. It will take a while before he looks closely at his new acquaintances and decides how he should behave with them.
An attempt to get an introvert to talk, to lead him to frankness will almost certainly end in failure. After all, he opens his soul only to the closest people, and even then not completely, with reluctance. That is why introverts often have a reputation for being unsociable, even arrogant, out of this world.
An introvert feels most comfortable in his native walls, where he can completely immerse himself in the concentration of his inner world.
How to communicate with introverted children
Often, introverted children have misunderstandings, conflicts in their own family, especially if their parents are pronounced extroverts (that is, sociable, energetic people who are easily given external contacts). Worried that their child is unsociable, silent, stay-at-home, parents force him to talk to them as often as possible, communicate with other children, attend circles, various sections, thereby causing him severe mental trauma. It is clear that parents act out of good intentions, but one should not forget the saying "The road to hell is paved with good intentions." Introverted children especially need a sensitive, gentle approach, taking into account their characteristics.
