Many describe themselves as being either an introvert or an extrovert. Both of these titles have struggles within themselves. An introverted extrovert, otherwise known as being an ambivert is extremely difficult at times. It means your life is full of contradictions and anxiety. Here are five struggles every introverted extrovert may face!
1. Knowing the correct answer during a class discussion and not being able to make yourself speak up.
For some strange reason every time I know the answer to a question, even if I am called upon on my own accord, I cannot let the answer, or anything for that matter, slip out of my mouth. What does come out, however, may resemble some awkward jumble followed by a bright red flustered look.
2. Having the sudden desire to get out, but quickly changing your mind once you step foot into wherever you're going.
I am notorious for doing this and many may hate me for it. I never really want to go anywhere or do anything, and the moment I do it is like I just stepped into another world and reverting back to where I came from has become an automatic response. It doesn't matter if I get the courage to attend a get together with friends or if I can force a grocery store trip. Once I leave I so desperately want to take it back.
3. Needing alone time but not actually wanting to be alone.
Sometimes life can be exhausting. On one hand, you need to sit alone in silence to try and forget that stressful day, but on the other you need someone to hug you for eternity.
4. Trying to make new friends.
Trying to make new friends as an introverted extrovert is the hardest task. Speaking up to make that initial connection with a friend seems impossible so you just kind of stick to yourself.
5. People who are familiar with you don't believe that you actually hate socializing.
Getting people to believe that I actually have the social skills of a trash can is harder than one would think. I love talking to people I know, but the fact that I like to talk doesn't define my social skills as a whole.
