America is a noisy culture, unlike, say, Finland, which values silence. Individualism, dominant in the U.S. and Germany, promotes the direct, fast-paced style of communication associated with extraversion. Collectivistic societies, such as those in East Asia, value privacy and restraint, qualities more characteristic of introverts.

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

America is a noisy culture, unlike, say, Finland, which values silence. Individualism, dominant in the U.S. and Germany, promotes the direct, fast-paced style of communication associated with extraversion. Collectivistic societies, such as those in East Asia, value privacy and restraint, qualities more characteristic of introverts.

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

Introvert, her brain responds with a high level of activity, it is as if several lights start flashing on a control panel.

Whatever kind of introvert you are, some people will find you 'too much' in some ways and 'not enough' in others.

An introvert may feel asocial when pressured to go to a party that doesn't interest her. But for her, the event does not promise meaningful interaction. In fact, she knows that the party will leave her feeling more alone and alienated.