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We should always make a distinction between introvert and shy or socially awkward. Introverts can often do well in social situations if they want to but for shy
by maxxxxx 8y ago
We should always make a distinction between introvert and shy or socially awkward. Introverts can often do well in social situations if they want to but for shy people it's much more difficult due to anxiety issues.
There are a lot of things I don't like to do but can do perfectly fine but talking to strangers and making a connection is something I can't pull off despite trying quite a bit. There is way too much anxiety involved.
- fouc 8y agoI don't see any mention of shy or socially awkward in the article. In general, an introvert isn't inclined to social situations even though they totally can do it. For introverts, being social tends to be an energy drain. Having a game plan makes sense for introverts so that they don't feel like they're spending a lot of energy for a little gain.
- maxxxxx 8y agoIt just seems to get mixed up often. Advice for an introvert may not work for a shy person.