Personality. You’ve got one; your friends have one—everyone has one! But what does it say about you and your social tendencies? In the early 1900s, Carl Jung coined the terms “introvert” and “extrovert” to describe personality traits and behaviors. Introverts tend to be more reserved, whereas extroverts thrive on social interaction.
So, where do you fall? Are you an introvert, extrovert, or something in between? Answer these questions about what you would do in any given situation to find out.
Questions Overview
- To chill at home, read, and/or watch a movie.
- To go out with my friends. I can’t spend a weekend without them!
- I’m not sure. Maybe I’ll catch up on homework or chill with the fam.
- To party or study until I collapse, whatever fits the schedule.
- Text. I like not feeling rushed to reply.
- Call. The longer the chat, the better.
- Contact me, in general. It’s nice to hear from friends.
- Call or text. Whatever I’m in the mood to answer.
- Shy, quiet, and creative.
- Outgoing, loud, and ambitious.
- Reliable, loyal, and laid-back.
- Energetic, emotional, and unpredictable.
- Listening to music or chilling in the library alone.
- Grabbing lunch with a group of friends.
- Observing my surroundings.
- Socializing if I’m happy, or watching TV alone if I’m sad.
- Grab a seat in the back. I don’t want to be called on.
- Start chatting with whoever I see. Friends don’t make themselves!
- Look for a friend. I like to be with familiar faces.
- Do what I want. I always go with the flow.
- “Quiet people have the loudest minds.”
- “Don’t be silent. Be fierce.”
- “There is peaceful. There is wild. I am both at the same time.”
- “What goes up must come down.”
- The Listener. I’m the shoulder to cry on.
- The Leader. I like to think I’m the trend setter.
- The Peacemaker. I want to make sure everyone is happy.
- The Crier. I have a lot of emotions, okay?
- Look for an exit. This is not my scene.
- Wiggle my way into a nearby group. I can make friends with anyone.
- Scan the crowd for someone I know, or I’ll bounce.
- See if I’m in the mood to party or call it quits.
- Public speaking
- Dying alone
- Confrontation
- Commitment
- Yourself. I like being alone with my thoughts.
- Anyone. Strangers are just friends waiting to be made.
- Friends and family. They know me inside and out.
- Friends or yourself. It really depends on my mood.
- In a quiet space with no distractions.
- A busy cafe.
- At home alone or in a library surrounded by friends.
- Anywhere, really, as long as I have my work.
- Locking myself in my room and reading or crafting.
- Calling a friend to chat about whatever.
- Chilling with family and friends, if I’m in the mood.
- It depends. I might want to be alone or with company.
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Introvert vs. Extrovert: What’s the Difference?
Think of personality as a spectrum or sliding scale. On one end of the scale, you have “introvert,” and on the other end, “extrovert.” No personality is exactly the same. You may have more extroverted tendencies, while a friend is more introverted. You’re both on different ends of the spectrum, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you’re entirely extroverted or introverted. Believe it or not, there’s a middle ground: “ambivert.” So, what do all of these terms mean, and how do they differ? Here’s a quick breakdown:
Introverts have reserved, patient, and thoughtful personality traits. These people gain the most energy from being alone. In other words, they prefer their own company over others. They get the most pleasure from solo activities like reading, writing, or crafting. When choosing between going to a party or staying home, they’d rather stay home and chill.
Extroverts are the complete opposite of introverts. These people are more outgoing, friendly, and spontaneous. They’re energized by social interaction and feel the most comfortable around other people. To put it simply, extroverts are the life of the party. They’d rather spend time with friends (or even strangers) than have alone time.
Ambiverts are a combination of introverts and extroverts. These people are in the middle of the personality spectrum and may lean more toward one end over another. Basically, they have both reserved and outgoing traits. Ambiverts tend to be comfortable in social situations but don’t mind spending time alone. It all depends on the individual and the situation. For instance, they may be introverted around strangers but extroverted with friends and family.
No matter where you land on the scale, your personality is beautiful and unique. The theory and spectrum of introversion and extraversion are meant to help you better understand yourself in social situations, not define you. All in all, knowing if you’re an introvert, extrovert, or ambivert can help you be the best version of yourself.
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