Can Introvert Turn Into Extrovert?

You probably have ever asked to yourself or somebody if an introvert can become an extrovert. You may also have an opinion that being an extrovert is much better than being an introvert.

Actually, both of them have their respective advantages and they are balanced. But in reality, many see introverts to be more inferior than extroverts. Introverts prefer to be quiet in social situation while extroverts prefer to talk and socialize more.

It is probably true if you see the good and bad of introvert and extrovert in social terms. Extroverts are superior because they have a tendency to socialize more while introverts don't. That is one of the reasons why many introverts want to be extroverted.

Now back to the main question: can introvert turn into extrovert?

The answers are diverse. Some say "yes" while some say "no". Those say no have reason that introverts are nature from birth. They also suggest not to change yourself from introvert to extrovert because it is the same as opposing the nature. So, you better not try to be extrovert if you are an introvert.

The following introverted characteristics may give many benefits to you as an introvert:

• Introverts don't like small talk. They Save time for something more important.
• Introverts think more before talk.
• Introverts are a good listener, because they are trained to listen often rather than talk.
• and many more..

Therefore, I don't think that you need to turn yourself into extrovert. If you want to have social skill like what extrovert has, you just need to gain this skill set, no need to change yourself into extrovert because it's not possible.

There are also some people who believe that introvert can actually be an extrovert. The reason of why introvert can be extrovert is because it is just about changing behavior.

If you are an introvert and you want to be an extrovert, then all you need to do is to change your habits and challenge yourself behave what extroverts behave. But keep in mind that this will be extremely difficult.

That is the answer to whether an introvert can turn into an extrovert. I am also an introvert and I decided not to change my identity but to gain new skill set that extroverts have.

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Why And How Is Awkwardness Funny?

Let's start from knowing the reason of why something funny is funny. Let's take a look at why when you see a funny thing then you laugh.

Laughter is a form of human communication. Several species of animals are known to laugh too, especially if they are being tickled. However, their laughter is very different from human laughter.

In contrast to other forms of communication, such as speaking, laughter is done unconsciously. Someone will reflexively laugh if there is a trigger. The trigger is usually something funny or thing that makes you happy. But humans don't always laugh because of something funny. For example, when they feel embarrassed, confused, or being tickled. To be sure, you don't have to plan laughing for laughter happens spontaneously. So it is very difficult to laugh if you force yourself to laugh. It's similar to how crying works.

Now let's go back to the main topic. I want to pinpoint one of the causes that make something funny funny which is the embarrassment or awkwardness. Awkwardness happens when you feel ashamed after doing something that doesn't result as expected but in funny way.

In the awkward situation, there are two participants. The first participant is the one who initiates action and the second participant is what makes the action embarrassing.

What is awkward moment like?

Here are some of the examples of awkward moments:

1. You wave at somebody you think you know but you actually don't.
2. You reply to somebody you think is talking to you but actually don't.
3. You pull a door that says "push".
4. You ask your friend, "How are you?", and she answers, "I'm good. You?", and you answer, "Good. You?"
5. and so many more..

Why is awkwardness funny?

People will think that awkwardness is funny. The reasons are as follows:

Here are why people will laugh at awkward situation caused by the first participant.

1. They are too confident

Their confidence made them look serious. When they are serious, the expected response from the second participant must be serious as well. But unfortunately their expectation doesn't come into reality and even rewarded with poker face of second participant.

Let's take an example, Obama confidently gave his hand to handshake the host he visited. But the host even did it to someone else who was next to Obama. Funnily, this happened spontaneously without any intention to embarrass each other.

2. Natural expression given by them

Before they are in awkward situation, they will look natural and serious. Yet their seriousness is rewarded with embarrassment.

Then here are why people think awkwardness is funny caused by the second participant.

1. They ignore the seriousness of the first participant.

The second participants don't seem to care the seriousness of the first participants. This may be done intentionally or unintentionally by the second participant.

2. Their face or conditions are so innocent.

The second participants seem very innocent even though they have just disappointed the first participants.

That is why awkwardness is funny.

Even so, until now the cause of why humans laugh is still not certain. Laughter is a human behavior organized by the brain. Laughter is one sign that you are a human being.

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Why Does Playing Dead Work On Bears?

You may have heard that one of the ways to survive from a bear attack is by pretending to die or play dead in front of the bear. When you are in a jungle and suddenly you encounter a big wild grizzly, you will probably be panic since there is a high probability that the bear will attack you right away. 

However, you don’t need to be feared, you can actually trick the bear by playing dead. Once you play dead, the bear will stop chasing and attacking you. This method has been practiced by many survivors and it is proven to be helpful. But why does it work this way? Why won’t the bear attack human who plays dead?

Here's why.

Bear thinks you are no longer a threat

When you are about to be attacked by a ferocious bear and you play dead immediately, then the bear will think that you are a dead being. The bear will then ignore you since you are no longer considered as a threat for the bear. The bear will think that you are dead and a threat no more for the bear.

Bears distinguish threats through their prey's behavior. However, after the bears think you are dead, they will feel safe and leave you alone. Soon after the bear forgets you, you can slowly get back up and run away as far and fast as possible from the spot but make sure the bear is far enough from you before you run because the bear may still remain waiting whether there is still a threat around him or not.

Different bear type different action

However, be careful that this method of escaping does not always work on every bear. If you meet a grizzly bear, then this method can help you since a grizzly bear will only attack to defend its territory and cubs. It is different to the case of black bears who will not attack you in order to defend their territory but because they really want to eat you.

Luckily, there are rare cases found regarding black bear attack. Therefore, if you are attacked by a black bear fight him back is the best solution. You can use pepper spray or run away if it is possible. Playing dead may not help in this situation.

Now you know the reason why the bear does not attack you when you play dead. Not every pretense is bad.

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