Reasons to Celebrate Introverts on World Introvert Day (Jan. 2)

World Introvert Day is a time to bring awareness to what it means to be an introvert — and to show the world that being a “quiet one” is something awesome, not shameful.

According to Days of the Year, World Introvert Day has been celebrated across the globe every Jan. 2 since 2011. It’s no coincidence it falls immediately after New Year’s Day; the idea behind this special day is that introverts take time to recharge their energy after the busy holiday season.

It’s also a day to bring awareness to what it means to be an introvert — and to show that being an introvert is something awesome, not shameful. So, let’s celebrate “quiet ones” today, and really, every day of the year. Here are 12 reasons to celebrate introverts.

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Why We Should Celebrate Introverts

1. Introverts are problem-solvers and idea-generators.

Introverts tend to gravitate toward working alone. Rather than chatting in the break room, we’re often the ones sitting at our desks, quietly turning ideas over and over in our minds. And there’s a big benefit to this. When you’re with other people, your brain is forced to multitask. Even if you’re not actually talking with someone, part of your attention is occupied just by their mere presence, research suggests.

When you’re alone, you can clear your mind and focus your thoughts. All this deep, concentrated thinking can lead to novel solutions and brilliant ideas. Working alone can even lead to more ideas.

2. Give up? Not yet.

Speaking of problem solving, introverts tend to stick with problems longer — well past when everyone else has moved on to another topic or gone home for the day. Albert Einstein, the world-renowned physicist who developed the theory of relativity, was probably an introvert. He once said, “It’s not that I’m so smart, it’s just that I stay with problems longer.”

3. Introverts bring incredible depth and intimacy to their relationships.

We “quiet ones” have a penchant for quality, one-on-one time and deep conversation. Instead of talking about the weather or what you did this weekend, we want to peer into your inner world. What have you learned lately? How are your ideas evolving? How are you really? When you have an introvert in your life, you may experience emotional intimacy like you have never experienced before.

4. Introverts know the power of words.

As the nickname suggests, we “quiet ones” tend to listen more than we talk and think before we speak. We choose our words carefully because we know that once said, words can’t be retracted or easily forgotten, if at all.

5. Introverts are low maintenance.

You can leave an introvert alone for hours (or days!), and we’ll be content to do our own thing. No need to constantly text us, check on us, or “babysit” us.

Why? Because introverts tend to be self-starters, and many of us are drawn to working quietly and steadily on things (alone). In fact, you’ll probably only hear from us if we have a problem we can’t fix (believe me, we’ve tried solving it a dozen times already before coming to you). Likewise, we don’t need constant praise, gold stickers, and shoutouts. (although sure, those things are nice). If we’re working hard, we’re likely drawing motivation from within.

6. Introverts “get” you.

Although it may seem contrary to our nature, solitude can help you connect better with other people. Why? Because spending time alone (which introverts love to do) may help us develop more empathy, especially for people outside our typical social group, research suggests. Being alone often involves reflecting on our actions, beliefs, and experiences, which can help us develop stronger empathy for others, the researchers believe.

7. Introverts create worlds in their heads — and help create the world we live in.

Introverts are artists, actors, musicians, entertainers, and writers, among many other things. Famous creative introverts include J.K. Rowling (only someone with a rich inner world could create Hogwarts!) and Lady Gaga (she’s quoted as saying, “I generally really keep to myself and I am focused on my music.”)

Yes, introverts may be the quiet ones who eat lunch alone. They may also be the ones curled up at home with a good book, avoiding the party. But introverts are so much more than that. They are leaders, artists, and visionaries. They are the dreamers and the doers of this world.

Today — and every day — they deserve to be celebrated.

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