If the extrovert watches and listens a bit more, the introvert's true mood will become more evident.

Introverts tend to internalize problems. In other words, we place the source of problems within and blame ourselves. Though introverts may also externalize and see others as the problem, it's more convenient to keep the problem "in house." Internalizers tend to be reliable and responsible, but we can also be very hard on ourselves.

A shy kid might look longingly at other kids playing in the schoolyard, afraid and unsure about how to approach them, but an introvert is perfectly content on her own.

Asking others for input puts you in the driver's seat, and may feel less awkward than having to watch yourself on video.

Your nature is not the problem. The problem is that you have become alienated from your nature -- from your power source.

Introverts are more effective leaders of proactive employees. When you have a creative, energetic work force, an introvert is going to draw out that energy better.

Though introverts are drained by interaction, we can take immense pleasure in watching the scene around us.