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The Real Difference Between Introverts & Extroverts

The Real Difference Between Introverts & Extroverts

Introverts & Extroverts, Dangers of Grapefruit, Barbenheimer Quotes

July 22, 2023

Happy weekend from Idle Impact!

Today, find out what really sets introverts and extroverts apart, and some potentially life-saving facts about a common fruit 😱.

Are you an introvert or an extrovert? You might be surprised.

PERSONALITY | MINDSET

The real difference between Introverts and Extroverts

A lot of people think that all extroverts are talkative and friendly while all introverts are quiet and shy. That may be true a lot of the time, but the accurate definition of introversion and extroversion is actually based on how a person manages their energy levels.

Introverts use up energy through social interaction and need alone time to recharge. Extroverts are the opposite and recharge their batteries by spending time with others.

Therefore it’s a myth that introverts don’t like to socialize - though they generally prefer to do so in smaller, more intimate groups. Also, extroverts aren’t always necessarily happier as many assume.

Another thing to note is these classifications are not black and white. It’s more of a scale and you could fall somewhere in the middle of the spectrum. Your behavior might also vary depending on social contexts.

Most people fall somewhere in the middle. Those near the middle are called Ambiverts.

For example, I consider myself an introvert. I can socialize when necessary, but I find it draining and usually need some downtime by myself afterward.

If you’re not sure where you fall on this introversion/extroversion spectrum, you can take a free online test here to find out.

HEALTH | WELLNESS

The Unknown Dangers of Grapefruit

Grapefruit is considered a healthy food choice in most cases. However, you should also know that consuming grapefruit in combination with certain medications can be dangerous or even *gasp* deadly 😱.

This is because grapefruit contains a compound (furanocoumarin) that blocks an important enzyme (CYP3A4) from regulating and breaking down certain medications.

Basically, grapefruit can cause you to dangerously absorb certain drugs quicker, or in a worst-case scenario, overdose.

Drugs that are affected include statins (used for lowering cholesterol), high blood pressure meds, and psychiatric drugs, among others.

So now you know, just be careful and talk to a doc or check if any of your meds are incompatible the next time you reach for grapefruit or grapefruit juice!

ENTERTAINMENT | MOVIES | QUOTES

Barbenheimer Quotes

Yes, I’m shamelessly riding the wave of the recent Hollywood double features: the Oppenheimer and Barbie films.

Here are some quotes from the real-life “Oppenheimer,” and “Barbie” creator:

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It is a profound and necessary truth that the deep things in science are not found because they are useful; they are found because it was possible to find them.

J. Robert Oppenheimer

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Barbie always represented the fact that a woman has choices.

Ruth Handler, creator of the Barbie Doll

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- Kevin and the Idle Impact Team

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