Do You Know Your Personality Type? Personally, I identify as an introvert, and I am happy to say that I am proud of that. Whether I was born this way, or my early life circumstances shaped my personality, I’ve come to appreciate the unique strengths that come with being introverted. Growing up, I was raised by grandparents from the Greatest Generation, who followed the mindset that “children should be seen, not heard.” I used to think this upbringing was the reason I leaned toward introspection and quietness. However, recent studies have shown that the brains of introverts and extroverts are actually designed differently, which has given me a different perspective. Now, I believe my introversion is partly due to genetics and partly because I was raised in a way that allowed me to fully embrace and enjoy my natural, introspective state. I was given the space and encouragement to spend time with my own thoughts, and that’s something I truly value. While I didn’t realize it at the time, b...