Are you truly an introvert, or could you be a lone wolf at heart? While introverts enjoy solitude and thrive in smaller social settings, there's a distinctive difference between being introverted and embracing the lone wolf lifestyle. In this video, we explore the five telltale signs that might suggest you're more of a lone wolf than just an introvert.
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00:00 (gentle music)
00:03 What is a lone wolf personality?
00:06 No, it doesn't mean you wolf out
00:07 whenever there's a full moon.
00:09 Instead, it refers to people who enjoy time alone,
00:12 don't mix well with crowds,
00:14 and value quality over quantity regarding relationships,
00:17 similar to introverts.
00:18 You may picture lone wolves as no different
00:21 than that big bad wolf
00:22 that eats up Red Riding Hood and her granny,
00:24 but just because someone doesn't talk much
00:26 or meld into the crowd
00:28 doesn't make them antisocial or unapproachable.
00:30 Lone wolves can easily be brushed off
00:33 as introverted outsiders,
00:34 but that's just a tiny part of the story.
00:37 Here are five signs you're a lone wolf
00:39 and not just an introvert.
00:41 You prefer independent solitude.
00:44 Many people assume loneliness and solitude are the same,
00:48 but solitude is a choice,
00:50 whereas loneliness is a feeling that can persist
00:53 even when other people are present.
00:55 As the term implies,
00:56 lone wolves tend to isolate themselves
00:58 or build small social circles.
01:01 And as a result,
01:02 many assume lone wolves are innately lonely.
01:05 However, Jonathan Cheek says,
01:07 "Some people, such as lone wolves,
01:09 simply have a low need for affiliation."
01:12 Like introverts,
01:13 lone wolves do not need many friends to feel validated,
01:16 nor should you.
01:18 You don't need a whole wolf pack to be happy,
01:20 but having quality friends never hurts.
01:22 You're introspective and aware.
01:25 Like introverts, lone wolves are prone
01:27 to introspection and self-reflection.
01:29 They often use deep thinking to analyze their own thoughts,
01:32 actions, and emotions,
01:33 allowing them to have better control of themselves.
01:36 They wanna be keenly aware of who they are
01:38 and don't just look at the good.
01:41 They look at the bad as well
01:42 and actively try to improve themselves.
01:45 They wanna know their strengths and weaknesses
01:47 and use them to their advantage in school and the workplace.
01:50 This active introspection allows them to constantly improve
01:54 and see things in a new light,
01:55 making them more confident and open-minded than most others.
01:59 Take a page from "Lone Wolves" book
02:01 and take the time to think about
02:02 how you can actively improve yourself.
02:05 You think outside of the box.
02:07 Commonly known as lone wolves,
02:09 actress and activist Emma Watson
02:11 and filmmaker Steven Spielberg
02:13 are recognized as incredibly creative thinkers,
02:16 capable of thinking outside the box
02:18 and coming up with new, innovative ideas.
02:20 Likewise, lone wolves are often confident
02:23 with their opinions and refuse to succumb to peer pressure.
02:26 What makes lone wolves special
02:28 is that many experience fear of rejection,
02:31 but they will often still voice their opinions.
02:34 They value their inner voice and want to be heard.
02:37 If you wanna be heard, it's time to speak up.
02:40 There's nothing wrong with expressing yourself.
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02:48 With that said, let's move on to the next point.
02:51 You're a good observant listener.
02:55 We live in a world where people love
02:56 to talk about themselves, but few listen.
02:59 Instead, they just wait to respond.
03:02 Lone wolves may not be big talkers,
03:04 but they can be excellent listeners.
03:07 As said, they are often open-minded
03:09 and take time to listen and reflect on what others say.
03:12 They take the time to listen, observe, reflect, and respond.
03:17 And in doing so, they can provide some of the best advice.
03:20 This is because they pay careful attention
03:22 to the people around them,
03:23 observing and listening while the world keeps spinning.
03:27 We all wanna be heard,
03:29 and finding the right listener can be challenging,
03:32 but chances are they're ready to listen
03:34 if you find a lone wolf for a friend.
03:36 You value quality over quantity.
03:39 As mentioned in our previous point,
03:41 lone wolves do not feel the need
03:43 to have large quantities of friends for a happier life.
03:46 Instead, they like carefully selecting members of their pack.
03:50 They choose to build intimate connections
03:52 versus superficial affiliations,
03:54 and often do not hesitate to drop anyone
03:57 who proves toxic or fake.
03:58 This may come off as picky,
04:00 but this choice of friends proves that lone wolves care
04:03 about who they surround themselves with.
04:04 They set boundaries and don't appreciate
04:06 when those lines are crossed time and time again.
04:10 Keeping boundaries and wanting meaningful relationships
04:12 should be a priority for everyone.
04:15 If you relate to these signs, you may be a lone wolf,
04:18 and that's not bad.
04:19 Just because you're a lone wolf
04:20 doesn't make you the big bad wolf.
04:23 Instead, it makes you unique and ready to write your story.
04:26 So go out there and see what adventures await you.
04:28 If you didn't associate with these signs,
04:30 refrain from assuming they're a threat
04:32 next time you spot a lone wolf.
04:34 They may be introverts looking for some much-needed space,
04:37 so please respect that before judging them.
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