Is it wrong to be who you are even when you’re quiet?

Nah:

—-This is a famous quote said from the fellow introvert and inspiring Activist Rosa Parks who spoke up against the injustice of what may seem like a simple act of sitting in front of the bus.

Not too long ago, I was reminded, yet again, of my mysterious/reserved personality, like as if it were a weakness or even a burden.

Like myself, I am certain all people who are considered introverted, quiet or reserved will relate to the fact that this aspect of your personality has been pointed out to you your whole life. From report cards, to workplaces and social settings, the ‘quiet’ label invisibly hangs on your neck like an unwanted shackle weighing the neck down with a feeling of automatic judgement piercing from strangers and at times family.

Time and time again… I am here to prove that being quiet is not a burden, weakness or a negative aspect to one’s personality if this is who you are as a person. Now I am not talking against the more loud and boisterous group of people, I can be pretty loud myself, but there is just a bit of a stigma against the opposite.  Right now as I am typing these words to this blog post, I am being quiet. Here are the benefits of being quiet in a world that tells you to fit in.

 

1.  You Listen Better

I think this is pretty self explanatory, great listeners are ones who have the ability to hear other people talk, therefore being great listeners.

2.  Creative

Have you ever heard of a quiet voice equals a loud mind? There’s a reason for that. The list of famous introverted artists, writers, musicians and directors are endless…. ask J.K. Rowling.

 

3.  You Think Before Talking

This can coincide with being able to listen. You think before acting.

4. Independent 

A lot of introverts are generally loners, but not alone. For me that is my way of needed solitude to recharge and get lost into whatever makes me feel whole.

 

5. Quiet Confidence

This is a fact, no explanation needed. Think Beyonce….

6. Have a Voice

No need to explain, so I will show you better than I can tell you:

— The list is endless. This is just a few famous people who happen to be an introvert.

Now next time someone wants to bring up your quietness in any negative way, keep your head held up high and tell them that this is who you are and there is nothing wrong with that.

We run the world too, just quietly.