MikeGelato t1_j9gy1g6 wrote on February 21, 2023 at 10:15 PM

I think the extrovert/introvert model is flawed. I think most people need to socialize, and get energized being around people, and the same people need alone time to recharge. I think that's just human nature. I know many people who spend all day on their computer, like myself, will say they're introverted because they're not out socializing, but the truth of the matter is, they do take part of online communities. They either socialize through social media, games, or they develop para social relationships. Take away their internet and you'll see how introverted they are once the withdrawals kick in.

I believe more and more people gravitate towards online interaction, because it's easier. You don't have to put yourself out there. You don't have to be vulnerable. It's safe and easy. You're satisfying a need, which neglects the growth of offline social interaction. Which is why so many people believe they're introverted, when in reality, imo, they just never developed the skills to make offline social connections.

Live-Market7576 t1_j9hoytn wrote on February 22, 2023 at 1:21 AM

> You don't have to be vulnerable. It's safe and easy. You're satisfying a need, which neglects the growth of offline social interaction. Which is why so many

The logic of being energized by being around people and then needing to be alone to recharge is flawed.

I do agree that most people are not simply defined as one or the other. For example I get energized hanging out with my friends in person for a certain amount of time but after a while it becomes a strain. I need a break after hanging out with them before doing it again.

Social media is not actually replacing interaction between people. It is a separate entity (algorithm) to interact with that partially fills the role of other people. Instagram is where people make up their dream lives and pretend it is reality. Facebook used to show your friends activities but it is not just algorithm feeding you whatever you want just like tik tok. Snapchat is the only one that has interaction between people.

I think it is a major societal problem that people aren't forced to be socially uncomfortable for brief periods. I believe that is what solidifies people as who they are and creates confidence.