I would have considered myself an extrovert when I was younger, but I now see a lot of that was a need for validation from others. I wonder if it’s a natural progression for some of us extroverts to become more introverted with age. Perhaps we find more validation and self-confidence from our body of work and accomplishments over time?
I would have considered myself an extrovert when I was younger, but I now see a lot of that was a need for validation from others. I wonder if it’s a natural progression for some of us extroverts to become more introverted with age. Perhaps we find more validation and self-confidence from our body of work and accomplishments over time?
Sally, good observation. It is true that we become more introverted as we age. The logic is basically that when we're younger, it is better evolutionary to be more extroverted to make social connections and find mates, and that is less important as we age. Here's an article to ponder. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-secret-lives-of-introverts/201809/yes-you-do-become-more-introverted-with-age