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How To Ask For What You Want As An Introvert
It’s about time we started to make noise (well, in our own introverted way).
I consider myself an introvert.
A common trait of introverts is that they struggle to ask for what they want clearly and plainly.
They will hedge their bets or request the bare minimum.
Many simply go along to get along because the thought of asking for what’s actually on their minds — and the possible conversation/emotions that may ensue — makes them physically sick.
So they would prefer to mildly inconvenience themselves than ask.
As a result, introverts are often perceived as humble, kind, low-maintenance, and agreeable.
And many introverts probably don’t have the opportunities, wealth, and relationships they truly desire or deserve.
The truth is that many of us are simply incompetent in the art of the ask.
In our minds, we want to be bold, but it could never roll off the tongue.
With some exceptions, I believe that introverts are made, not born.
Your environment and circumstances from your youth dictate how you interact with people and how you ask for things in this world.
