Do you know someone who is quiet?
Maybe people know you as the quiet one?
People often think that when you are quiet, you’re shy, nervous, or even bored.
However, these are just misconceptions and you might be surprised to know that there is more to a quiet person than just silence.
Here are some fascinating psychological facts about quiet people.
1. Quiet people aren’t always shy
When you’re quiet, people think you’re just too shy to speak, but not quite.
Some people just don’t like attention and as much as they could, they avoid being the center of attention.
They can be friendly and could also socialize like most of us if they feel like it.
2. Quiet people love their own company
Some quiet people don’t feel the need to go out, mingle, or socialize to enjoy.
They actually enjoy their “alone” time and could even have many things that they do alone.
3. Quiet people are mostly loyal
Most quiet people only really open up to a few close friends.
Earning their trust is difficult, but once you do, you’ll have a true and loyal friend for life.
4. Quiet people independent
Some people who are quiet are mostly independent.
They learn on their own; motivate themselves, and can even stay focused on their goals. In fact, they are also imaginative and creative people.
5. Quiet people can be highly sensitive
If you know someone who’s quiet, then you might have noticed that they are highly sensitive as well.
These people are more aware of their emotions and have the ability to put themselves in other people’s shoes.
6. Quiet people aren’t bored
It’s commonly assumed that silent people could be uninterested, but to everyone’s surprise, that’s not always true.
They could read a book, draw, study, or even just have coffee and enjoy music and nature.
7. Quiet people are good listeners and observers
With the time that they have, quiet people are very good observers.
They remember information and they are also good listeners.
They process what they learn before they give out their own opinion or suggestion.
8. Quiet people are good at handling their emotions
If you know someone who is quiet, then you might have seen how emotionally stable some of them are.
Why is this so?
It’s because they are better at handling stress and emotions, they utilize their communication skills and from that, they could process emotions better.
9. Quiet people choose who they open up to
Since some quiet people are careful with whom they trust and befriend, it also means that they choose the people they open up to.
You’d be surprised to know that quiet people could also be talkative, funny, outgoing, and adventurous with the right people.
10. Quiet people are more patient
Some quiet people are more patient.
They listen, understand, and process everything first before they act.
They focus on the present, take their time, and practice mindfulness.
It’s easier for people to assume that quiet people are intimidated, shy, nervous, or just don’t have anything to say.
On the contrary, quiet people are more than that.
They can offer so much more, and if we observe, give them a chance, and get to know them better, then we’d be surprised by what they could offer.
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