Yes, there are different types of Introverts. Just like anything else, introversion doesn’t look the same on everyone.

Before we look at the types of Introverts, maybe you don’t know what on God’s green Earth an introvert is.

According to Susan Cain the author of the book Quiet, the power of introverts in a world that can’t stop talking :

Introverts have a preference for a quiet, more minimally stimulating environment. Introverts tend to enjoy quiet concentration, listen more than they talk, and think before they speak, and have a more circumspect and cautious approach to risk.

Types of Introverts :

1. Social Introvert :

Social introverts thrive in solitude. I know, I know that’s the definition of an introvert but social introverts particularly prefer to spend a significant amount of time on their own. They really enjoy their own company. It’s not the same as being socially anxious because they actually prefer being on their own. They do not mind being left alone in fact they want to be left alone. Remember, alone doesn’t mean lonely especially for these types of introverts.

When they decide to spend time with people. They spend intimate time with the small people in their circle.

2. Introspective Introverts :

This type of person is very self-reflective. They like to speak to themselves a lot in their heads. So it is no surprise that they are constantly lost in their thoughts. They have deep critical thinking skills. They have a very rich inner world. They are also extremely self-aware.

Others often call them out for daydreaming but they are actually caught in critical analysis or critical thinking.

3. Anxious Introvert :

Unlike the social Introvert, this type of introvert doesn’t necessarily prefer being alone. They are often alone because they get anxious in social settings. The idea of meeting new people makes them dizzy and any social event makes them want to throw up. They decline invitation or worse flake because of the discomfort they feel around going out.

4. Restrained Introverts :

These types of Introverts have taken the saying “think before you speak” literally. These are the types of people who hold themselves back especially around new people. They take time to get used to people. They are very reserved. People often describe them as mysterious.

They are cautious and like to think before they take action.

I am an introspective introvert!

Which type of Introvert are you??

Or are you an extrovert?! If you are what are you doing on my blog, please leave.

I love you guys so much💕💕. Stay amazing and curious.