u/Hot-Jackfruit-7778

Introvert V.S. Extrovert

I have a question for all adoptees. I've got a statement that I wish were a fact or true, yet I have a strong feeling that I'm extremely wrong abt it. I'll share my thoughts later, but first, the question: Are there any adoptees out there who are extroverts, or are y'all introverts? Please let me know by saying Extrovert or Introvert, and add additional comments under the answer. Thanks.

Edit: Hello Y'all, thanks so much for answering this question. Turns out I was quite wrong... -ish. I've read all of y'all's responses, and there are abt 11 are introverts, 7 extroverts, and 5 somewhat in the middle. A few of y'all have actually touched on what my statement (or more like a theory) is. I had thought that if by being adopted had turned adoptees into introverts, no matter what they were before. If I had a massive introvert response, it would mean I was right; but I got a fair amount of all three, so I was wrong. The thing is, when I was younger, before I was adopted, I don't remember struggling with making friends, and I think I was more extroverted. Then, I got adopted and moved to the US (a completely different country); I think I got more introverted. I found it harder to make friends (even when my English was improving). And with my parents forcing me to talk to at least one fellow student a day doesn't help; frankly, I think I became more isolated because of that. I think I am definitely an introvert when it comes to new people, but an extrovert with people I know (Like some of y'all).

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u/Hot-Jackfruit-7778 — 4 days ago
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Prayer for a fellow church member's family.

A few nights ago, a fellow church member passed away unexpectedly. He was a faithful follower of Christ and loved him dearly. He was my boss at one of my jobs (he was the co-owner of a pizza restaurant with his sister), as well as a good friend. He left behind two of his young kids and his loving wife. One can ask why God took him away, but He is sovereign, and we should find comfort in that.
I ask that y'all would pray for his wife that God would give her peace and endurance, as well as strength and direction on how to live without her husband. Thank you all. Praise God.

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u/Hot-Jackfruit-7778 — 1 month ago

21 M4F #MI Looking for connection

As I said, I'm a 21M looking for someone who I can talk to as a friend first, then maybe more later? I am and introvert/shy, so it is hard for me to make friends, especially when it comes to finding my special someone. I play video games, read, and occasionally/rarely do woodworking or Legos. I'm 5'3" Asian btw.

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u/Hot-Jackfruit-7778 — 2 months ago

Relationship?

Help/advise needed, please. Since I've been adopted, I've struggled very much on building a relationship with my parents. They are great and all, have provided for me and made sacrifices. I just can't seem to connect with them. It is hard for me to initiate conversations with them and be natural about it. It is like I have to manufacture the desire to talk to them. When I do try to initiate a convo, I also have to struggle with the question of what I should talk to them about (topics). I think I am just emotionally insensitive (hate saying that but not sure how else to describe it); it is just hard for me to know and understand people emotionally. Is that because I'm adopted?

P.S. - I am an introvert and shy when it comes to people; is that the reason? Idk, just wish I'm not the only one or a weird person.

P.P.S - Do tell me if I am a weird one/only one; I just want to know.

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u/Hot-Jackfruit-7778 — 2 months ago