Introverts can benefit from the power of the internet

Susan Cain, author of the best-selling
book "Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a
World that Can't Stop Talking", has made
a revolutionary book that explores the
hidden treasures of an introvert.

Frances Ouano Ponce

We already know the basic differences between the introverted person or the "cerebral" and the extroverted person or the "socializer". Based from a series of psychological studies, both personalities have pros and cons depending on the situation and timing.

Fortunately for the extroverted type-- they can socialize easily and become more energized when they interact with people. They become depressed and feel low when they are alone.

These characteristics of the extroverted person is totally opposite to the introverted personality. These are the type of people who love solitude. Although they can socialize and interact well with other people, they cannot stay longer in any social gatherings since these events will drain their energies. They re-energize by spending sometime alone doing meditations, reflection, solitary walk and any activities that will provide them peace of mind and without the noise of the outside world.

Obviously, the extroverts are more favored compared to the introverts in today's culture since most people prefer the outgoing, friendly and articulate type. These people can be found from presidents of various large corporations to millionaires who found their own companies and build large organizations.

However, you might notice that the cerebral or the introverted types are the ones who produced great innovations and extraordinary ideas that contributed much to the advancement of our technology. The persons of Albert Einstein and other great scientists are considered as introverts who might describe themselves as shy and awkward during social events.

The founders of Google and Microsoft are both introverts. Most people in the field of information technology are highly introverted who are more inclined to solving complex problems and are able to immerse themselves in complicated processes.

The good news is-- although the introverts have difficulty winning the big crowd-- they can still connect and enhance their relationships with other people through the use of social networking.

Social networking sites like Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn do not need harsh social interactions. The "cerebrals" can easily interact with other people through chats, instant messages, comments, pictures, and the likes.

When the "cerebrals" are able to touch the lives of other people through the use of social networking as a communication tool-- they can influence greatly the lives of those people.

Introverts or "cerebrals" are basically deep thinkers and are highly-sensitive to the needs of other people.

Thanks to the power of the internet!