Interesting…I was super shy all thru childhood & an Introvert as a young adult. Then one day I said,” I gotta move through life.” The drive was always there for the adventure, but I was to chicken to go it alone. When I did, I realized I could do anything, not to mention I had such an awesome time…I became addicted. So, I guess you can be a “Transformer” from Spiderman to Superman…

My guess would be that many solo travelers shared this mix of inclinations. Thanks for a thought-provoking post.

I sit on the extroverted side of solo traveler-dom. Here’s my litmus test: A wise elder friend was/is an Anglican Priest and was a psychologist for the ordained in the Anglican Church. He and his wife traveled to many different countries and cultures. He would stress over the social demands that accompanied his position while his wife would thrive over them. He was an introvert. He could tolerate the social chit-chat for about a half hour, then could hardly wait to get home. Just at that time, his extroverted wife would become energized and didn’t want to leave! It was a great challenge for them to find their middle ground.

Since I am definitely energized by the company of others and have no hesitation walking into a room full of strangers, the extroversion label would be mine. However, I love my time alone! Not for a long time…but enough time to reflect, regroup and rejuvenate. – Amy

Amy