#ambiversion

Because like you’re not relatable, but you relate to everyone, and people don’t understand you, but you understand everyone. Ambiverts I feel are potentially the most like… emotional/empathetic types of people because they can really put themselves in other’s shoes regardless of introversion/extroversion

And they can be sort of the mediators in friend groups, like if there’s a lot of extroverts they can be the introvert to balance it out and vice versa.

Personally, I find that when I’m around extroverts, I tend to naturally act more introverted, while when I’m around introverts, I tend to naturally act more extroverted. My heart constantly screams “I’m an extrovert!” while my head constantly whispers “I’m an introvert.”

A healthy introvert will still enjoy going out and being around friends, just with less frequency or intensity than extroverts do. It’s the same as extroverts needing time alone to relax and recover, but not as much as introverts do.

Omniversion or omnivert: someone who is adaptable and can exhibit both introverted and extroverted behaviors depending on the situation.

Thank you.

Hello again! Thanks for the ask!

I would say as a whole they tend towards being in the ambivert range - that is to say, they can be either extroverted or introverted depending on the circumstances. With other Andorians, Andorians are much more inclined to extroversion. With aliens, however, they tend to be cool and professional and quite introverted. This is largely due to cultural differences. For most Andorians, it's just easier to be at ease with other Andorians who implicitly understand the subtext of an encounter, be it social or play, whereas an alien companion would require endless explanations and comes with the potential need to navigate a cultural minefield.

That being said, much like Humans have a great deal of individual variation when it comes to social behaviours, so do Andorians. The biggest differences is that Andorians have a narrower range of what they consider 'acceptable' behaviour, which stems from their need to rigidly self-regulate their own heightened emotions and kneejerk reactions to maintain a level of harmonious coexistence with one another. Outliers are often regarded as being strange and possibly unwell.

A pure introvert, given the nature of Andorian culture and society, is often regarded as expressing deeply unhealthy behaviours as a result of some lack or deficiency, either within their personal lives or within the community they occupy.

By contrast, extreme introversion (such as the total avoidance of other beings entirely and reacting violently to being approached for any reason) is actually the result of a dangerously low level of specific trace minerals common in Andorian diets, and the condition often occurs with Andorians who go off-world for too long. These minerals cannot be stored long-term, so Andorians require regular intake of these nutrients to maintain regular brain and bodily function. Imperial Guardsmen have supplements added to their rations by default to combat problems like this, since it's actually very difficult to ingest sufficient quantities of these minerals to overdose.

- Bhavika

Growing up, I always thought that I was an extrovert. I enjoyed dancing in the crowd and social gatherings, whether it was spending time with friends. However, there were times when I spent time alone with myself and often felt drained after social occasions. I wasn't sure what this meant until my class teacher asked very intriguing questions, "What do you like to do the most?", "What are you good at?"

These two questions seem very alike, yet the most distinct is. These questions triggered me as well. 

I found out about myself that I like to participate in various college events, but my second thoughts were 'What if?', 'What if I couldn't make it to the end?', 'What will others think of me?'. And things like this and that. This led to overthinking whenever I thought of doing something new.

I used to be friends with extroverted people and ambivert people too. I grew up with them, so it became a habit of understanding what they like. Unknowingly, both extrovert and introvert traits developed in my nature. 

Sometimes I am comfortable around my friends, but I become an introvert when I'm with people I don't know.

Suddenly, everything made sense. I realized that I wasn't just one or the other, but a combination of both, and that's when I read about ambiverts. I right away surfed the internet and did some research on ambiverts.

Through my observation and research, what I discovered is Ambiversion is a personality trait where an individual has a balance of both introverted and extroverted qualities. Ambiverts generally relish social interactions, but they also need alone time to recharge.

After self-realization of being an ambivert, I embraced my true nature.

The best thing I learned about an ambivert is the ability to adapt to different situations and personalities is a strength.

I experimented with different social situations and alone time to get the right balance for me. I understand that this may change depending on our mood or situation.

Being an ambivert can be challenging because it's hard to fit into a specific box. People often assume that I am either an introvert or an extrovert, and they don't understand that ambiverts have a unique set of qualities.

Also, there is a misconception that ambiverts are indecisive or wishy-washy. Ambiverts can make decisions just as well as introverts or extroverts. We may take more time to think things through, but we're not necessarily indecisive.

Although ambiverts are flexible, they are not without need. Often this means not having enough alone time or lacking enough quality time with others which can be exhausting.

When I think of being able to be with both kinds of people, I've learned a lot.

Sometimes, I  feel like not getting enough social interaction, and other times, I may feel overwhelmed by too much socializing.

Yes, Balance is the key.

So here, I'm trying to say that it's okay to be an ambivert, whether you realize it now or then.

Even Karen Hollenbach (LinkedIn trainer and writer) recognized her ambivert nature in her mid-late 30s.

It's hard to find the sweet spot, and it may take some trial and error to figure out what works best for you.

Unlike introverts who prefer solitude and extroverts who thrive in social settings, ambiverts have the best of both worlds.

If you're an ambivert, it's vital to embrace your unique qualities and find ways to thrive.

It can be frustrating when expected to act a certain way based on your label and exhausting to constantly explain that you're not just one or the other. 

But remember that from feeling overwhelmed and setting boundaries to connecting with others on a deeper level, we came a long way.🤍

Thank you for reading :)

Me, an ambivert: