Extroversion

Western society is dominated by extroverts. Extroverted behaviours are typically regarded as healthy; introverted behaviours are not. For example, extrovert societies tend to incorrectly regard introversion as synonymous with shyness, social phobia, or asociality in general, and/or as something that needs to be 'fixed' or 'overcome'.

As someone who is definitely not an extrovert - perhaps an ambivert at most - i decided it was time to start putting together a list of extrovert privilege. i'll probably continue adding things to it as they come to mind.

As an extrovert:

• My behaviours are not regarded as possibly / probably pathological.


• I can attend a variety of social / networking events, which are usually designed to appeal to extroverts.


• I am more likely to have my voice and opinions heard.


• I find the constant sensory barrage of modern Western society stimulating rather than draining.


• I do not have to learn to 'pass' as extroverted so that others don't assume I'm 'aloof' or 'snobbish'.

Please feel free to suggest additions!