Many people make incorrect assumptions when they meet an extrovert.
1. One such idea is that they are domineering. Some extroverts might very well be quite directional; however that trait might be a cover up for something. That something might be a person in their life that is so reserved that they do not even say anything for any reason. The extrovert therefore is left to take a lead roll even though they are not domineering at all.
2. Another bad label is that they are self assured to a fault. Some extroverts might be self reliant, independent, have specific opinions and other strong self esteem traits too. These characteristics can be solid attributes, unless they are pushed onto a person who does not stand firmly on their ground.
3. Along with being verbose, an extrovert is often labeled a non listener. Some extroverts listen well enough that they can actually talk and listen at the same time. Quite often a trained ear of an extrovert can listen to more than one conversation while talking too. An extrovert does not have to be wordy to be considered outgoing.
4. Opinionated is a harsh word to pin on anyone. We all have opinions and our pet peeves as well. The triggers for everyone vary immensely as they do with the extrovert. The extrovert most often will be the first to give their ideas about a certain subject. This is often done because no one else comes forward to lead the way. The extrovert goes to the head of the line when they take the initiative in sharing their enlightenment. Many people do not like to discuss what bothers them. It seems as though it is more aptly swept under the rug rather than discuss annoyances. The extrovert is most often a problem solver, so that opinion about any pet peeve is said with no reservation.
In closing, just know that is a person behind the extroverted personality. You can not always judge a book by it's cover and neither can you judge a person by their cover. It might just be by choice or by demand in their life that they are an extrovert.
