Introversion is a personality trait characterized by a
focus on internal feelings rather than on external
sources of stimulation. While introverts and extroverts
are often viewed in terms of two extreme opposites, the
truth is that most people lie somewhere in the middle of
the extroversion-introversion continuum.
Do you assume that you know who is an introvert and
who isn't? While you might think of an introvert as a
shy wallflower who prefers to stay home alone instead
of socialize, introverts can actually come in many types
with a wide variety characteristics.

There are certainly plenty of introverts who are socially
reserved and who would prefer to stay home and read
a book rather than go to a big party, but there are also
plenty of introverts who enjoy socializing. You might
even be surprised to learn that many people who you
think of as "social butterflies" might actually be quite
introverted.
The following are just a few of the signs that you (or
someone you know) might be an introvert.

1. Being Around Lots of People Drains Your Energy
Do you ever feel exhausted after spending time with a
lot of people?
After a day interacting with others, do you often need
to retreat to a quiet place and have an extended
amount of time all to yourself? One of the major
characteristics of this personality type is that introverts
have to expend energy in social situations, unlike
extroverts who gain energy from such interactions.
That doesn't meant that all introverts avoid social
events altogether. Many introverts actually enjoy
spending time around others, with one key caveat –
introverts tend to prefer the company of close friends. While an extrovert might go to a party with the goal to
meet new people, an introvert goes with the intent of
spending quality time talking to good friends.


2. You Enjoy Solitude
As an introvert, your idea of a good time is a quiet
afternoon to yourself to enjoy your hobbies and
interests. A few hours alone with a good book, a
peaceful nature walk or your favorite television program
are great ways to help you feel recharged and
energized.
This does not mean that the average introvert wants to
be alone all the time. Many introverts love spending
time with friends and interacting with familiar people
in social situations. They key thing to remember is that
after a long day of social activity, an introvert will
probably want to retreat to a quiet place to think,
reflect and recharge.
If having a few hours to be along sounds like your
idea of a good time, you just might be an introvert.


3. You Have a Small Group of Close Friends
One common misconception about introverts is that
they don't like people. While introverts typically do not
enjoy a great deal of socializing, they do enjoy having
a small group of friends to whom they are particularly
close. Instead of having a large social circle of people
they know only on a superficial level, introverts prefer
to stick to deep, long-lasting relationships marked by a
great deal of closeness and intimacy.
If your social circle tends to be small but very close,
there's a pretty good chance you are an introvert.


4. People Often Describe You as Quiet and May Find
It Difficult to Get to Know You
Introverts are often described as quiet, reserved,
mellow and are sometimes mistaken for being shy.
While some introverts certainly are shy, people certainly
should not mistake an introvert's reserve for timidity.
In many cases, people with this personality type simply
prefer to choose their words carefully and not waste
time or energy on needless chit-chat.
If you are the quiet type and a little bit reserved, you
probably are an introvert.

5. Too Much Stimulation Leaves You Feeling Distracted
and Unfocused
When introverts have to spend time in activities or
environments that are very hectic, they can end up
feeling unfocused and overwhelmed. Extroverts, on the
other hand, tend to thrive in situations where there is
a lot of activity and few chances of becoming bored.
According to at least one study, researchers have found
that introverts tend to be more easily distracted than
extroverts, which is part of the reason why introverts
tend to prefer quieter, less harried settings.
If you tend to feel overwhelmed in busy social
situations, you probably tend to be an introvert.


Final Thoughts

Remember, introversion is not an all-or-nothing
characteristic. People can be what you might call
introverts with a capital I (aka "very introverted" or
they might be outgoing in some situations with some
introverted tendencies. Introversion exists on a
continuum with extroversion, and most people tend to
lie somewhere between the two.
One type isn't "better" than the other. Each tendency
can have benefits and drawbacks depending upon the
situation. By better understanding your personality,
however, you can learn how to play to your strengths.

I know already no need 2 tell me

Ok. Next?

that means I am introvert

Nice writeup.

Brainiacbbb:
Introversion is a personality trait characterized by a
focus on internal feelings rather than on external
sources of stimulation. While introverts and extroverts
are often viewed in terms of two extreme opposites, the
truth is that most people lie somewhere in the middle of
the extroversion-introversion continuum.
Do you assume that you know who is an introvert and
who isn't? While you might think of an introvert as a
shy wallflower who prefers to stay home alone instead
of socialize, introverts can actually come in many types
with a wide variety characteristics.

There are certainly plenty of introverts who are socially
reserved and who would prefer to stay home and read
a book rather than go to a big party, but there are also
plenty of introverts who enjoy socializing. You might
even be surprised to learn that many people who you
think of as "social butterflies" might actually be quite
introverted.
The following are just a few of the signs that you (or
someone you know) might be an introvert.

1. Being Around Lots of People Drains Your Energy
Do you ever feel exhausted after spending time with a
lot of people?
After a day interacting with others, do you often need
to retreat to a quiet place and have an extended
amount of time all to yourself? One of the major
characteristics of this personality type is that introverts
have to expend energy in social situations, unlike
extroverts who gain energy from such interactions.
That doesn't meant that all introverts avoid social
events altogether. Many introverts actually enjoy
spending time around others, with one key caveat –
introverts tend to prefer the company of close friends. While an extrovert might go to a party with the goal to
meet new people, an introvert goes with the intent of
spending quality time talking to good friends.


2. You Enjoy Solitude
As an introvert, your idea of a good time is a quiet
afternoon to yourself to enjoy your hobbies and
interests. A few hours alone with a good book, a
peaceful nature walk or your favorite television program
are great ways to help you feel recharged and
energized.
This does not mean that the average introvert wants to
be alone all the time. Many introverts love spending
time with friends and interacting with familiar people
in social situations. They key thing to remember is that
after a long day of social activity, an introvert will
probably want to retreat to a quiet place to think,
reflect and recharge.
If having a few hours to be along sounds like your
idea of a good time, you just might be an introvert.


3. You Have a Small Group of Close Friends
One common misconception about introverts is that
they don't like people. While introverts typically do not
enjoy a great deal of socializing, they do enjoy having
a small group of friends to whom they are particularly
close. Instead of having a large social circle of people
they know only on a superficial level, introverts prefer
to stick to deep, long-lasting relationships marked by a
great deal of closeness and intimacy.
If your social circle tends to be small but very close,
there's a pretty good chance you are an introvert.


4. People Often Describe You as Quiet and May Find
It Difficult to Get to Know You
Introverts are often described as quiet, reserved,
mellow and are sometimes mistaken for being shy.
While some introverts certainly are shy, people certainly
should not mistake an introvert's reserve for timidity.
In many cases, people with this personality type simply
prefer to choose their words carefully and not waste
time or energy on needless chit-chat.
If you are the quiet type and a little bit reserved, you
probably are an introvert.

5. Too Much Stimulation Leaves You Feeling Distracted
and Unfocused
When introverts have to spend time in activities or
environments that are very hectic, they can end up
feeling unfocused and overwhelmed. Extroverts, on the
other hand, tend to thrive in situations where there is
a lot of activity and few chances of becoming bored.
According to at least one study, researchers have found
that introverts tend to be more easily distracted than
extroverts, which is part of the reason why introverts
tend to prefer quieter, less harried settings.
If you tend to feel overwhelmed in busy social
situations, you probably tend to be an introvert.


Final Thoughts

Remember, introversion is not an all-or-nothing
characteristic. People can be what you might call
introverts with a capital I (aka "very introverted" or
they might be outgoing in some situations with some
introverted tendencies. Introversion exists on a
continuum with extroversion, and most people tend to
lie somewhere between the two.
One type isn't "better" than the other. Each tendency
can have benefits and drawbacks depending upon the
situation. By better understanding your personality,
however, you can learn how to play to your strengths.

i really really hate being in a crowded environment,because i always feel exhausted.most annoyingly,ppl call me proud and strange because i can stay locked upp in a room for 24hrs..thanks op,u just described me.

I can confidently say 80% of Nairalanders fall in this category!

misreal:
i really really hate being in a crowded environment,because i always feel exhausted.most annoyingly,ppl call me proud and strange because i can stay locked upp in a room for 24hrs..thanks op,u just described me.

Seconded. but extended with vaseline