An introvert guide to being an extrovert

Chapter 3: Not being outspoken

There are so many extroverts in the world and while you're trying to build up your ability to attract and express so are other people. When I was in school and an introvert, I would try to say something and then the extrovert will say something and the attention would break off of me and it was like I was canceled. So how do you prevent that without getting into a fight. It's kinda like co-talking and respect thing. Let's say we have two people named Sarah and Jennifer. Sarah is trying to be more outgoing and Jennifer is already an extrovert. Sarah is talking to about 8 people in a group about her art, everyone is interested and attuned and she is being engaged with everyone. Then Jennifer comes over and starts talking to everyone about the new movie that just came out. You could either 1. Say that you were talking about your art but that could start a conflict or you can 2. Engage in what she's saying. Ask about the movie a little bit, small talk about it with Jennifer and the others then tell Jennifer about your art and then Jennifer is a part of the group of 8 people. It may not always work but it's something you can try and if all goes wrong you could demand you attention and respect back on you. Be respectful to them and receive respect back