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Introvert cartoons, a quiz, narcissism, blogging: Blog Roundup 18 #Introvert Inspirer
Introverts
9 Comics About Being An Introvert Show That We’re Not Alone (Unless We Want To Be)
Note: Promise to make you laugh.
Does a bumpin’ house party with every single one of your friends in attendance sound like the perfect Saturday night? For about half of you, the answer is a resounding “NOPE.”
Introverts make up between one-third to one-half of our population, and in this modern world of constant socializing, putting yourself out there becomes an extremely difficult thing — especially to those of us who prefer a lot of alone time. With that in mind, Aaron Caycedo-Kimura (a self-professed introvert) started INFJoe Cartoons.
“I was reflecting on how difficult growing up as an introvert and specifically as an INFJ (one of the 16 Myers-Briggs types) was for me,” Caycedo-Kimura told MTV News. “I wanted to encourage others like me, especially the younger ones who may feel out of place in this world.”
Take a look at some of Caycedo-Kimura’s best comics ….
What Kind of Introvert Are You?
Note: They missed my book! Before I take time to create a quiz of my own, let me know how YOU like this quiz?
Are you an introvert? It depends on which book you read.
Here’s a sampling of the various conceptualizations of introversion in pop culture [1]:
Or just go right to the quiz. 
Like Extroverts, Introverts Can Also Be Prone To Narcissism
Note: We are all in good company.
A lot of people identify as introverts. But did you know that our understanding of introversion is pretty similar to something called covert narcissism?
As Science of Us explains it, covert narcissism is “all the entitlement and grandiosity most people associate with narcissism, minus the bluster.” Covert narcissists — we’re talking about the trait of narcissism here, not the personality disorder — “take things personally (especially criticism), believe they’re being underestimated and don’t love being bothered with other people’s problems.”
This is like introversion in that …
Blogging and Social Media
How Visual Content Is Changing Social Media?
Note: Image creators like Susan Cooper, are you seeing an increase in the need for your creativity services?
See how visual content is changing the whole social media world. Why it is so important and how you can make the most out of the paradigm shift that is occurring?
Authors
Seven ways blogging improves your writing
Note: Blogging for introvert authors is a must.
Today, it seems that everyone is a blogger. Setting up a blog is simple. If your mother can set up a Facebook profile, chances are she will be able to set up a blog, writes Mia Botha.
So, if it is that simple, why are you not blogging? Not everyone wants to write about his or her life. An online diary is seriously not everyone’s cup of tea, but if you spend time online, you will notice not all blogs are personal diaries. Those, which are personal blogs, are well written and have compelling stories, and they are entertaining.
As a writer, you should be building an author platform, so if you don’t want to tell us about your session in the gym you can tell us about your books, your writing and what you are reading. Start building relationships with your future readers now.
If that is not enough motivation to get you blogging, consider these seven points:
What is your biggest either 1) introvert, 2) social media or 3) blogging/writing challenge?
Three ways I can help introverts with practical tools for navigating the workplace:
#1 My most recent book, for you: Communication Toolkit for Introverts https://bit.ly/CTIonPackt
#2 Just 3 – minute daily video lessons for 30 days, Introverts: The Secrets to Workplace Success at Avanoo.com
#3 Expert guidance to easily create new habits, in community and private text/chat coaching, from free to fee: https://bit.ly/getcoachedpatriciaweber
Some images via https://pixabay.com
Not sure the test gave a correct result:-) It concluded I’m a restrained introvert. But it was fun doing it.
Hahaha! My extrovert friend I LOVE your curiosity Catarina. “Restrained introvert” is so NOT you.
Not sure about my results. Thinking Introversion. It is interesting how we think others perceive us. No one ever accused me of being an introvert
Hence the downfall in some quizzes Arleen! I’m sure you know which style you have a preference or leaning. Will have to be on the lookout for a similar extrovert quiz.
Thinking introversion for me. I’d have to say I think it’s pretty accurate:) Loved the cartoon with her looking in the mirror. LOL I have a friend who thinks my most hysterical line ever was the day I blurted out, “I’m so sick of myself!!”
Jacqueline I have to say, all of the introvert cartoons made me laugh thinking, ‘”That IS me.” Now your line is a classic waiting for a cartoon!
The results of the quiz were thinking introversion, which I think if fairly accurate.
Interesting so many thinking introverts here Donna! And that we think it is either – right or wrong! 😉
I am reading the book “Quiet” by Susan Cain. Excellent read on introverts and extroverts and why we are what we are. I highly recommend it, if you haven’t read it.
Mike
I have read it indeed Mike. For me, being an author, business coach for introverts, and blogging for introverts for years, it was a validation of what I know already, coach my introvert clients around and the bonus of being backed up with research references which I always appreciate. Thanks!
I love cartoon #6 because I can so relate to that. One of my pet peeves is when someone in mid conversation says oh she would love to talk to you and wham hands you the phone. You don’t even know who is in the other end. Wait. What?? So annoying.
Bet that action of handing off the phone to you in an instant is annoying more for introverts. I know I HATE it when my husband does that to me. Thankfully it’s not often. Thanks Susan!
Patricia — the results of my quiz were “Scientific American site under maintenance.” Ha ha. I loved all the introvert cartoons. I’m an extrovert but loved the cartoon “I love being alone together.” I remember those delicious Saturday evenings when my husband and I stayed home, each of us reading quietly on our side of the bed. Couldn’t be better.
Jeannette – maybe, too much of your extrovert energy! hahahaha. Oh that is so precious and thank you for sharing that memory of you and your husband.