Re: the introversion of the iWorld

Ryan, in your reply to Karen (her response), you write, “I’ve found that overall, it’s extroverts that rely on technology to provide nonstop entertainment. Among commuters, especially, it seems that extroverts, who are incapable of amusing themselves without a lot of sensory clutter, are horrified by the thought of sitting alone in an airport or on a bus, etc. without somekind of constant stimulation until they can get back to the TV or the pub. Extroverts are particularly bored by their own company so must rely on music, game boys, and other diversions to pass the time.” As somewhat of … Continue reading Re: the introversion of the iWorld

Ryan, your anecdotal remarks are spot-on, in my mind. I kind of see it this way…..I agree that it is extroverts that need constant entertainment to amuse them, because they cannot deal with “quiet time.” They always need other people around, the TV, interaction with frivolous games, or they’re on the cell phone, etc. Sometimes, even, they need constant confrontation with others – in the workplace or elsewhere – to chase away their boredom. As you said, they are bored with themselves. But Sullivan does not “go there,” with his iPod analysis, as I had expected. If you look closely, … Continue reading Re: the introversion of the iWorld