Introvert Interview 2

Introvert Interview 2 - Words for Introverts

Introversion is neither a choice nor a lifestyle, it's an orientation. I wish My Introvert Interview Series could help Introverted souls accept themselves and embrace their beautiful gift of Introversion as early as possible in their lives.

If you have read Coffee Lover Interview 5, you may know Cătălina from Words for Introverts. 

Introvert Lover Interview 2 - Catalina from Words for Introverts

Anyone who follows Cătălina on her Instagram Page can just admire how beautifully and sensitively she presents Introversion through her magical art and her soulful and uplifting words. 

Guess what? Cătălina is back, this time to tell us all about her personality type and her journey on discovering and embracing Introversion. 

Introvert Interview 2 

 Read Cătălina's Introvert Interview to find out her perspective on Introversion and how she found the light worth seeking.

       1. When did you find out you were an introvert?

I can say I've always known that, somewhere deep inside. But I didn’t have a name for why I felt different. It all started to make sense once I read “Quiet” by Susan Cain. That book still means the whole world to me. It opened my eyes and helped me discover my qualities, my flaws, and my hindered needs.

2. Which period of your life did you most suffer from 
introversion thinking that something was wrong with you?

As a kid, I’d often be called shy, but it only hurt when it came from people who were close to me. Maybe the most difficult time was during my teenage years. That was when I tried to fit in. I remember forcing my mind to think faster and say smarter/funnier things. Like many of that age, I guess I wanted to be liked.

3. Do the people around you know about your personality 
type and respect that?

Yes, they do. Not everyone gets it, though. But I’m okay with that, as long as we don’t have to spend much time together. 

4. How do you get along with extroverts at home,
 work or in a relationship?

I mostly socialize with extroverts at work. It’s uncharted territory—before having this job, I worked as a freelancer. I’m learning things as I go. I don’t always socialize as much as they’d like me to, but they’re quite open and I’m willing to dedicate some time to do activities together, so we’re good.

5. How do people usually characterize you or call you out?

To some, I’m shy and cold. To others, I’m creative and caring. It definitely depends on who you’re asking. 

6. Are you satified with your current job? If not, what 

does your dream job look like?

I am. It’s pretty much what I wanted. I get to use English and I work from home. Introvert’s paradise!

7. What are your favorite hobbies and pastimes?

I used to read more than I currently do and I hope to get back to that soon. I use most of my free time to focus on wordsforintroverts. On weekend mornings, I love playing my music, enjoying a cup of coffee, and letting my mind roam freely while I doodle and write in my notebook. It’s pretty much the way I create content for the following week. I also work on my blog—I’m currently focused on making it feel like a community. My purpose is to connect introverted people so we can be alone, together. 

8. What do you hate doing that sometimes you have to do?

Working under strict deadlines. I sometimes have to be creative, extremely fast, and super attentive to details. That restricts me and it’s a pressure. For my own creative projects, I never impose such a limit. I believe in huge, great things achieved in small, consistent doses. 

9. What would you like people to know more about you 
and Introversion?

I’m an open-minded person. If it doesn’t hurt anyone, I can easily accept others’ ways of being even when they don't make much sense to me. It would be nice to receive the same openness in return. 

I’m quiet. Calling me out for that won’t make me interact more. On the contrary, depending on the context, that might be the last time you see me.

When I say I’m busy, trust me. Just because you think there’s not much on my TO DO list, it doesn’t mean there’s nothing for me to do. Sitting alone with my thoughts and feelings isn’t an excuse to be lazy. It’s what helps me function well and breathe freely.

        10. If you have written or found any Introvert-related 

       posts, please share.

Rin gave me a shoutout in the previous interview and that made me feel extremely grateful and humbled. So before I share a post of mine, I’d like to tell the world about … you. You’re one of my greatest examples that you can be an amazing mum and still have time for your hobbies. Besides, you never hesitate to encourage introverts and come up with initiatives that make us feel seen and appreciated. Thank you for everything!
(Thank you so much, your words mean the world to me:)

Let the Quiet ones be themselves - Words for Introverts

This is one post of mine that I really like. I guess I like it so much because it’s an important message shared in a few words. You can find it here

Words for Introverts

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If you are an introvert (blogger) and you would like to be featured on my blog by answering 10 Questions about your Introversion Discovery Journey, please contact me so we can discuss all the details.

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