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Whereas extraverted thinking is most like Empiricism, introverted Thinking is most similar to Rationalism. [6] "Just as Darwin might possibly represent the normal extraverted thinking type, we might point to Kant as a counter-example of the normal introverted thinking type. The former speaks with facts; the latter appeals to the subjective factor.
Introverts appear to be less responsive than extroverts to dopamine (a brain chemical linked to reward-driven learning), and have a more circumspect and cautious approach to risk than do extroverts. [3] Introverts are more governed by the neocortex, the part of the brain responsible for thinking, planning, language and decision making. [12]
The hierarchy of discriminating psychological functions gives each individual a dominant sensation, intuition, feeling, or thinking function preference with either an extroverted or introverted attitude. The dominant is quite under the control of the ego. But the inferior function remains a gateway for unconscious contents.
Introverted rational types judge by their own principles. If objective judging is repressed, they become inflexible, navel-gazing, egotistical, and develop feelings of inferiority that they compensate for in the real world. The introverted thinking type is concerned with developing logical insights for its subjective ideas- an example is Kant.
Introverts prefer solitary to social activities, but do not necessarily fear social encounters like shy people do. [19] Susan Cain , author of the book Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking , argues that modern Western culture misjudges the capabilities of introverted people, leading to a waste of talent, energy, and ...
I’m an exceptionally private person, an introvert who would rather examine my problems intellectually than talk about them. Strong emotions tend to overwhelm me. They make me feel as if I’m not in control, and not being in control was what led to my being raped in the first place.
In psychology, the subconscious is the part of the mind that is not currently of focal awareness. The term was already popularized in the early 20th century in areas ranging from psychology, religion and spirituality. [1] The concept was heavily popularized by Joseph Murphy's 1963 self-help book The Power of Your Subconscious Mind. [2]
“I think in my head I just had to keep thinking, ‘She’s not my friend, she’s my therapist,’” Amanda said. “I think it would have made it harder if I felt like there wasn’t a boundary.” Eventually, they made their way to the early morning of September 28, 2007, and their last exchange before Amanda’s suicide attempt.