The POWER of INTROVERTS (life-changing ancient Jewish wisdom)

[@ShinryuZensen]

I believe Robin Williams said something along the line of "It's not important if you are alone. It's way worse when you are with people that makes YOU FEEL alone."

[@indiraghai7972]

Indeed..

[@Dan-ir5cq]

His divorce from his wife isolated him and made him cut off emotionally.

[@Maxinator11-11]

Divorce is hard .... it is not acceptance but a form of rejection.

[@Maxinator11-11]

Was Robin Williams Jewish?

[@mosmeister9445]

Just happened to me last Sunday

[@robertbeckham3091]

“I’m alone because I care about the person sitting next to me” I often find my self disappointed with the lack of empathy and loyalty, in a world where everyone is the center of their own universe. I don’t mind being used, because you can only be used if you’re useful, just don’t abuse me.

[@jacovawernett3077]

I can relate.

[@ApollonarianShy]

So well said. We are used if we are useful..

[@shulamitsara6391]

I share the same sentiment. As I listened to this discussion, I couldn’t help but ponder in a sort of yearning in question of how can one find such support from others - as you stated - “in a world where everyone is the center of their own universe”? I recognize my empathy and my constant need to withdraw after openly giving, supporting and encouraging family as well as those whose paths have crossed mine. In those moments I introspect and find ways to nourish my thoughts, creativity, and soul. But when I return from such a state no one cares to share support & encouragement for my development or pursuits. I unfortunately feel they just come to offload and to receive, filling up their tanks and leaving me emptied until I am able to replenish myself once more. So my question is, if interrelations of such are necessary, in what way am able to progress both individually and collectively if there isn’t a reciprocal flow between these two fields, from persons-to-person?

[@robertbeckham3091]

@@shulamitsara6391 I don’t know the answer to that question. At first I assumed that depriving those people my time and attention, would some how make them realize what they were doing. I never got any answers, they never noticed. Which leads me to a second quote “ The best revenge is living well”. All we can do is live well, even if we’re alone.

[@shulamitsara6391]

@@robertbeckham3091 thank you for taking a moment to share your personal thoughts on what I at times find a predicament. I have gained something from it. Much appreciated🪷

[@ithacacomments4811]

“Loneliness does not come from having no people around you, but from being unable to communicate the things that seem important to you.” ― C.G. Jung

[@jasonwilkerson9497]

Exactly my block to writing my novel

[@rrod7958]

This is exactly what I’m dealing with. People these days value the meaningless things

[@paulinarosa3695]

The older I get the more I enjoy being alone.

[@squishybear5728]

I’m very introverted. I love it. I am also an extrovert, I’m a sales ace. But as I mature I prefer my home. And I also love the quote. “The more I know about people, the more I love my dog” 😊

[@dongoble1792]

Funny 😁 and so true 👍

[@Heaeven]

True indeed.

[@harrynikken]

I recognize that. I love to be alone but I also loved my job as a mate or master daily addressing hundreds of crew on board of emergency relief ships I worked on. And enjoyed being surrounded by people the whole working day. But pulling back into my (single) cabin in the evenings whenever possible. Same at home, avoiding parties and not actively pursuing friendships. So I consider myself a mix of introvert and extrovert.

[@drummersnare6276]

you cant be both that makes no sense. youre either one or the other, or somewhere in between.

[@markjamison8123]

I get to work on my machine alone. Paradise.

[@Prankles369]

Im definitely an introvert. Im sometimes known to say “i only feel alone when im around other people!” I seem to be more happy and content when im alone.

[@franciscoferraz6788]

Then you seem to have missed the point of the talk. It was all about balance, and all I see is people down here talking about how certain they are that they are this or the other...

[@firstlast9198]

@@franciscoferraz6788 - you missed Prankies point. Extroverts can be too much too often in people's faces. It can be exhausting, even headache inducing. But I understand. Extroverts need this. Their minds are so dark and lonely without external stimulation. While introverts can enjoy being in their minds while external stimuli are distractions. Some people can mediate for hours while others have difficulty just sitting still.

[@janpierzchala2004]

This could be also schizoid personality

[@Lohodrom1]

Fascinating. Thanks for the info

[@janpierzchala2004]

@@Lohodrom1 For sharing with so many

[@shesh2265]

Rabbi Jacobson really reminds me of very many jews, my grandfater and father, and even other rabbis Ive met. Straight forward thoughtful people

[@flightmode7655]

1 hour of Rabbi Simons wisdom saved me hours of useless talks with pseudo therapists. Sir, i salute you. A lot of things make sense now.

[@eriksvsirocco]

I used to be extroverted but quickly learned that people will always betray you when it suits them. I am happy alone, with my wife, with my daughter and with my dog. Other people need to stay at a distance. Even good people I meet need to be seen very infrequently, it helps keep them "good people"

[@et7313]

I'm not Jewish, or of any religion, but these words ring true. This is encouraging. Thank you.

[@Wolfpaw754]

Same here, just randomly popped up on my feed and it isn't even a style of video I watch, but this rabbi seems to be quite wise

[@GeoffreyHellington]

Scholars - of any creed - are generally most insightful. Celebrities...

[@zoolkhan]

@@GeoffreyHellington you are spot on there. What is this hype around celebs ? why do people fall for that... it is disgusting. rather i listen to a good rabbi - not my religion - but if he shares universal wisdom instead of trying to convert me (like about every cristian i met) then i listen.

[@TheBelrick]

YT algorithm.

[@TheBelrick]

@John Doward Freud was a fraud made famous because of his religion not his actual merits. In group preferences and nepotism are very powerful forces.

[@lindagreen4744]

I'm an introvert I enjoy my own space and peace

[@vishaldhasmana3613]

Introversion has been a blessing in my spiritual journey, which I thought was a curse during half of my life. I now know who I am & stopped being affected by external factors... Serenity at its best. Thanks God for this treasure called Introversion! 🙂🙏

[@ash00001]

I hope to get there one day

[@artOVtrolling]

I’ve known I was an introvert from day 1 because pumping myself up to go into a high stimulus social setting always felt like taking that deep breath in right before you dive underwater. I’m not afraid of going underwater but the amount of time I’m able to do it is very finite. That’s my sentiment towards doing the sort of things extroverts have an affinity for.

[@Mountain_bonker]

thats a great way of describing it, keep it up!!

[@Vera-Slow]

Great anology. Exactly me. ❤

[@LifeWithYen]

I can totally relate to this. Growing up, I was practically mute, very shy, very introverted. I hated it whenever someone said “you’re so quiet” or “what’s wrong?” But despite being an introvert that barely talked to anyone, I ended up graduating top of class in both middle school and high school. When I was in college, I struggled to accept myself and that’s when I started going downhill, doing things so against my nature. Of course I grew a lot, I don’t mind talking to people now. I spark up conversations, especially when the other person appear shy or quiet themselves. I even became a nurse because I wanted to improve my communication skills. But it drained me so much and burned me out. I left to start up a business but I started going down the wrong path again, trying to learn sales which again is going against my nature. I’m tired of focusing on my perceived “weaknesses” instead of my strengths. I’m going to start focusing on what I love and what I’m good at. I’m creative, I like making food, sharing food, and talking about life experiences and lessons. I just hope it leads me to a better financial path 😅

[@Rems766]

Nobody cares

[@LifeWithYen]

@@Rems766 obviously you did enough that you took the time to comment 😅. Why don’t you give off more love instead of hate?

[@terminallychill8029]

I care - I related to a lot of what you wrote and reading it made me feel less alone. I appreciate that you shared it.

[@Rems766]

I don't give fake love to people I don't know, I am not American

[@Love-gz7zf]

@@Rems766 BUT YOU GIVE OFF NEGATIVITY TO PPL YOU DONT KNOW AS WELL? STILL GIVING AWAY ENERGY LET IT BE LOVE, ALWAYS!

[@rutbrea8796]

I am an introvert. I care very much for people, but I like to be by myself. I usually keep very busy with painting, reading, writing and of course reading and saying the psalms. I hate gossip, and most people like to talk about others, most of the time badmouth. By keeping to myself I have been able to find myself and the Almighty God. I have tried to make friends, but most of the time they have betrayed me. I haven't been able to figure out why. I have always given what I have, financially and support, but it have never work to make a favorable relationship. Maybe I don't know how to really judge characters. I just leave to HaShem.

[@middleofnowhere1313]

My guess is that you, like me, have given freely to people who only take. And they don't come with warning labels. :(

[@rutbrea8796]

@@middleofnowhere1313 you're so right! Hahaha ha 😆 . Well, I guess that like me, you found a way to be happy even if without a companion. My beloved Almighty God is my life ❤🙏

[@ErikaLaGrande]

I feel you! What I have come to realize is that good people project their own good qualities onto others. It’s named “golden projection”. One needs to be more neutral when meeting new people I suppose. I have no friends because I finally set boundaries and walked away from those that didn’t respect them (everyone). I’m happier because I don’t have to deal with all that drama. I already did a lot of nightlife and traveling, so I don’t need to do that. I don’t drink, and most of socializing revolves around having drinks. It was an adjustment, but I realize I lost all that bs drama, and found myself. I’d rather go for a walk on the beach or a hike.

[@normag6769]

@@ErikaLaGrande Same here. I rather have myself as a companion, and seek guidance to my inner self by reading, thinking, praying, walking. The social game is kind of uninteresting to me at my age, too much bs, gossip, ego.

[@jdnrust1590]

Here’s a tip. If someone is lost in the woods you don’t tell them ,it flairs their ego up. Start talking to them, befriend them, then they will follow you because they were lost anyways. A Shepard herds sheep he doesn’t chase them around the field convincing them he is a Shepard.

[@AgentSmith911]

I was bullied a lot at school because I was the quiet and shy kid, and I didn't stand up for myself and therefore was an easy target. But as an adult, I've learned to live with my nature of what I am and at the same time speak for myself and have strength to not force myself to change in order to please society and it's expectations of being a very outgoing and social person.

[@boihboih3639]

Thank you❤😢all my life wandering who am I,No one understand me!even my family didn’t blame them anymore I did’t even know my self my whole life..w move a round a lot so my childhood life is terrible I forgive them with all my heart I’m Christian.after 25 years who bullies me become Pastor,Teacher,Counselor,bussiness man,A true christian..Evengilist..Principle ..they were very young they just can’t understand me or accept me for being me😊❤All my life People think I’m people pleaser..tht’s not very true

[@adeel_adeel9]

Hi! Here from pakistan 🇵🇰 and all inspired from ur conversation...

[@gj4250]

I’m a Christian and I really value your words! Everyone can learn from anyone and that’s the best part about being human 🙏

[@terrywaltman2520]

I am a messianic Jew, a Hebrew, of the tribe of Abraham... I stay to my self and study Torah. And i am blessed by my Abba Yahweh.

[@eriksvsirocco]

@@terrywaltman2520 There is no tribe of Abraham. These are the tribes of Israel: Judah Reuben Simeon Levi Zebulun Issachar Dan Gad Asher Naphtali Ephraim Benjamin Manasseh All these tribes were scattered and it is impossible for anyone to claim heritage.. Although that hasn't stopped a certain satanic cabal from doing just that in order to lay claim over the Holy Land

[@TrTriTrippin]

Thanks for confessing that religion serves no useful purpose

[@gj4250]

@@TrTriTrippin LOL you must be one of those things called internet trolls 🧌

[@Jessica-is-WisePsalm1]

I am a Christian as well at first I didn’t know if it was ok to hear what was being said and the end of all this the words of this man are very wise and have a lot of value of what he says. I enjoy hearing his videos. ❤

[@NatoshaLopez-b2u]

Rabbi,I am so enlightened by all of your videos and I thank you...

[@medicine2202]

"I don't suffer from loneliness, becouse I don't beleive that there's anyone who could walk in the door, and make me feel less alone"

[@cynthianovoselsky3511]

❤ I am going on 50 and I am enjoying listening to you and learning so much❤

[@kalimiltcharek9397]

I love you, Rabbi Simon Jacobson. You bring so much sense to my life. My only regret is I didn't find you sooner.

[@igotshoestoreview8799]

Growing up I use to run from being introverted. Now Im learning to not only embrace it but celebrate it. 🎉🎉❤

[@ayeflippum]

Loneliness and being alone are not the same thing.

[@gruffalo911]

Yes they are.

[@ayeflippum]

@@gruffalo911 Being alone is a physical condition. Loneliness is an emotion. One can be solitary yet be content. Conversely, one can *feel* loneliness in a crowd of people. [Insert my original comment here.]

[@gruffalo911]

@@ayeflippum I understood your point, but I reject the modern cultural ethos of emotional independence. It is a spurious rationale of lonely people. Solitude is conducive to loneliness. And no, a crowd won't remedy loneliness; companionship will, providing that you have an emotional bond with said companion. It is a fundamental human need, introvert or not.

[@ayeflippum]

@@gruffalo911 Rejecting truth doesn't change it. My statement predates the "modern" era. On another note, terms like "introvert" and "extrovert" are fabricated. No single term can describe an individual as a person is a dynamic being.

[@tonymazz9912]

I used to be a extrovert but people changed that.

[@xxreyoxx]

He reminds me of one of my art teachers back in the day. A voice of warmth with words of reason. Thanks for this video.

[@Nancy-yw1rr]

I am an introvert who was married to a narcissist. I find your videos very interesting and helpful in my healing process. I will likely revisit these videos again. Thank you for sharing your wisdom.

[@saxglend9439]

Prove it

[@avigailomichael]

💔Glad the marriage is now a "was". Being married to a narcissist is an indescribable nightmare for an introvert. I pray you find your healing more and more as each day passes. ❤️Strength, peace, love and joy to you, Nancy.

[@Nancy-yw1rr]

@@avigailomichael Thank you.

[@akai.christo]

Thank you Rabbi Jacobson ✡️🙏♥️🔥 Wish you and all here a beautiful day!!🙂👍

[@shadow-mask]

☯☮☦✝✡☪🕉☮☯ Amen Ra, Allah Jehovah ❤‍🩹💔❤‍🔥❤

[@redtobertshateshandles]

It's nice to hear a Rabbi speak. First time in my 60 year old life.

[@d_shuffles]

Im not even Jewish and I found this to be profound, finding peace in myself as i listened. I have been an introvert sense childhood. Perhaps it was shyness at first but its been ingrained in me. Before covid I was starting to finally get out more until the isolation of lockdown, in which I found that all I had done was make a persona or a mask to wear. That mask slipped and faded away, leaving me alone with all the internal conflict that a introspective person creates in their mind. The pressure from society, the way in which you are judged by people who never tried to speak with you, being left out and left alone to your own demise... I became bitter, mad at the world, mad at myself most of all. I am working on myself now, trying to heal these internal wounds inflicted by the self.

[@bracaarboristi]

We were dealing with similar things, we posted one of our first videos bringing light to these situations.

[@alexj.denton7453]

Me too and i am profoundly antisemitic

[@Aluttuh]

because it is not inherently jewish... its simply philosophy.

[@BONNYRIGG]

Lockdowns were human rights violations, that wasn't your fault!

[@B2TheT]

@@Aluttuh and insightful philosophy, at that

[@theodorapittawaymallosi2109]

Rabbi ❤ to hear you talk it sorts of heals me from what ever i might be ailing just by hearing you talk about it. Thank you L'chaim

[@ExclusivelyReclusive1]

I myself are a introvert by nature. From my own experience introverts actually comes out on top in most cases. Extroverts tend to speak before thinking, the complete opposite of introverts. This scenario happens every times i'm at my parents house during holidays...Everyone are just talking and talking without thinking things through. When i jump into the discussions, i've already listened, thought about it, come up with a argument and always ''win'' or come out as the one who makes sense. I find that introverts tends to be more intelligent, more in tune with themselves, actually happier. Sure we think a lot, are by ourselves a lot but remember ''if you can't stand being by yourself, you try fill that hole from without''.

[@Teeveepicksures]

This guys voice is like a toasted everything with a schmear. subscribed and liked!

[@anpsteph]

My mother and sister talked incessantly. I kept quiet. Later in life a psychologist gave me a Myers- Briggs test. It indicated that I am an INFJ type. I am intelligent and quiet.

[@Shalomalechm]

Incessant talk is stressing to me

[@tracyzimmerman7912]

INFP here

[@johnsonjohnson1815]

Speak ?

[@WSmith_1984]

I'm also an INFJ, I believe it to be a great gift.

[@WSmith_1984]

Isn't it fascinating how once learning this and researching the traits it's like someome writing a story about the inner you that always seemed unexplainable.

[@ladywarrior1775]

This is beautiful teaching! Very true wisdom. Thank you! I asked my 14 year old to listen to this as I find it hard to teach this. I also sent it in a message to my best friend for her daughter who is still trying to find out who she is. I feel this sums up the human person beautifully. I really do feel people are afraid to get to know themselves. My husband family perfect example: Everyday four five televisions on in the home, get in the car and blast music, go to stores and hear music. We are never alone with our own thoughts and our own selves to really know who and what we are. We always are bombarded with the thoughts and voices of other people in our brains. We need to get back to our true essence of being to understand what being human really is. It's all written in our hearts!

[@alteredcatscyprus]

Best description I have heard of introvert-extrovert is introverts lean toward being energized by being alone while extroverts lean toward being energized by people.

[@amanofnoreputation2164]

That's still an awful description.

[@hivicar]

@@amanofnoreputation2164 Why? Some gain their energy internally, with much self-reflection. Others get it through regular social interaction.

[@alteredcatscyprus]

@@hivicar Probably just a person who scores high in disagreeableness. It wouldn’t matter what I or anyone said. You meet such people in life.

[@3v0luti0n]

I’m both sometimes what does that make me?

[@omh186]

I get that. I love talking and being around people but it really drains my batteries, where as my best friend has to be around people and gains her energy from them. She gets drained on her own.

[@yourquestionsanswered.5451]

Ancient wisdom is what we need more of. Thank you.

[@anaruizguti]

I only discovered I was an introvert two years ago... after years of thinking I was antisocial, a bad friend, and " wrong" . knowing is key. like you said, it helps to grow and to deal with emotions

[@Benjamin_gouz]

Exactly straight to the point🙏amazing lecture involving diversity of knowledge👏🏽

[@jt.8144]

I have come to peace with myself after watching this video. Thank you Rabbi. Shalom.

[@jessicamontville3433]

I will listen to him any day. He's spot on

[@miriamzajfman4305]

I just started listening to your podcasts , I do enjoyed them 👌 . Thank you .Greetings from Montreal , Canada

[@katlap3101]

Thank you Rebbe, I’ve always felt it was wrong that I liked being alone and liked spending time reading and learning on my own, now I am worried I don’t get enough sleep but life is too short and I’d rather sleep less at times but that doesn’t mean I want to be alone and isolated. The opposite, I love being with family friends and in relationship with others. I love people in my life.

[@Nick_Taylor.]

Misleading video title. I listened to the whole lecture. Lots of great general insights. But the video title implies that the lecture is specifically about introverts.

[@taitsmith8521]

Because there is no such thing as introverts and extroverts, there is only introverted and extroverted mindsets and behavior.

[@PistolPete1984]

New writer concept seems to be a humble acceptance of being part of the human experience. Great video thanks ❤

[@anissah161]

Justice works like circular journalism now, too. Thank you for your kind words and blessing, Rabbi 🙏

[@TGTree]

Thankyou, Rabbi Simon, It's so very refreshing to hear a voice of truth, defining the nature of human beings, or should I say "re-defining" in ways that clarify that we're all growing, always growing, uniquely. I love you, for this. MY hope is that more and more people gain a better understanding of same teachings like you gave hear, so that they may feel more peace within.

[@sylviaarteaga9544]

As a teacher, I am both an extrovert and introvert. I love teaching and my extrovert comes out. After teaching I go into my introvert to rest and recharge. Thank you so much for your teaching. It is so much appreciated. 🙏🏼💙✨

[@sylviaarteaga9544]

@Phil Cooper Yes, very much so. I have the ability to read the room and use my intuition to meet the needs of my students and in social situations. Thank you for sharing. Have a blessed day. 🙏🏼💛✨💛

[@drummersnare6276]

no such thing. you cant be both because that would be contradictory. thats like saying im a vegan but I eat meat. youre either one or the other

[@drummersnare6276]

@Phil Cooper no you cant. thats like saying you can change your personality at will, when your personality is just the eay you are. youre either inroverted or extroverted

[@brontominiscule757]

Beautiful class from Rabi. Hello from Serbia and Christian Ortodox Serbian. Love your wisdom, and jewesh teaching.

[@Sonofthe1655]

I'm an introvert but it was forced upon me from the age of 7 when I was taken from my family of five siblings and two parents, by the state the housed in what was euphemistically called a care home though not a lot of care occurred. I choose a lone lifestyle by choose because I trust no one.

[@gauravbisht4504]

I hope, you live till long enough where I can meet you to thank you and show my gratitude for how you have helped me through this video. Parsis are a gem of a community.

[@jacovawernett3077]

Thank you Rabbi. I needed to be reminded that either your part of the solution or part of the problem. Sometimes my self doubt rears it's head.

[@toriesepahmd6468]

As the old adage goes, ‘still waters run deep’.

[@airconlover]

I've just found this channel and I thank you for sharing your wisdom in this format, I'm not Jewish but appreciate the lessons to be learned from its teachings.

[@crystalidx]

Thank you Rabbi Simons, I found your channel today. I can listen to you for hours, you are a very wise person.

[@sherriwilliams1624]

Such a timely discovery, of late, I’ve been having this uncomfortable feeling in my belly. I sense the energy of others. It’s always been there. If they are bad, I am physically uncomfortable and have to get away. That is why I stay to myself when I can.

[@christinam6387]

I want to thank you. I just came across your videos. You speak to what I’m needing to have validated right now. Much love to you. You are my answered prayer today. Thank you.

[@VictorHugo-hq1zq]

"Ladies and Gentlemen, once you see the truth you never can unsee it." - Commander George Lincoln Rockwell

[@joannemomoa7793]

Good evening, Rabbi Jacobson I'm an introvert by nature. I was only child growing up. Im a Virgo. I watch and observer people around me 95% of the time my intuition is correct about someone. I truly love my personal space although I socialize with a few friends. I do like to help other's within my means. I really enjoyed your message. Shalom

[@Bryan_Lion]

I was deeply introverted growing. I’m not afraid to speak my mind or to speak to people in general. Being quiet all my life, I have absorbed much knowledge by observing and listening. I am very deep and contemplative. I’m always thinking about scriptures and the mysteries of life. I’m very sensitive and deeply empathetic. In general people love being around me because I’m respectful, resourceful, and I’ll always put them first. To me there’s more annoying than extrovert that speaks first without listening or observing. It’s like they’re speaking their thoughts as it enters their mind. I only speak my thoughts after conferring with tried-and-true doctrines because I hate falsehood and appearing foolish. I still get ahead in the workplace because i treat all my coworkers and managers well. I get recognition for my enduring character more than how I dress or how I speak and I wouldn’t have it any other way.

[@yoni4424]

Very well worded brother

[@schnellster1]

If you don't mind me asking.... Are you born Aquarius?

[@redtobertshateshandles]

A serious personal question. Are you an only child???

[@khan6212]

​@@schnellster1 Hahahaha...i am Aquarius😄You want to say that all AQ are int?

[@TinaChristinaTD]

Yes! Same here!

[@colinjames7569]

Rabbi Simon. Your insight is a guiding voice. I am impressed by your knowledge in the human condition. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. In Irish, Gia duit

[@fooleos]

I'm not religious, but this guy makes so much sense that I had to subscribe. I'm looking forward to hearing more. Thank you.

[@chrisolds]

I just love listening to Rabbi S. Jacobson. Bless your beautiful heart sir.

[@91GT347]

Very much an introvert, and empathetic. I would go out, but don’t talk to anyone. Always called shy. I’m not shy. I just find few people have anything worth saying. Hate small talk. I consider “shy” as scared or nervous about speaking to strangers. I seem to have just been born this way. Im the only one in my family like this. Close family. Everyone got along. All the way up to Great Grandparents, cousins, Aunts, Uncles, etc. Always saw them all at least once a week. So, it appears it’s not just being like people we are around when we are children. At least a few are just naturally this way. I am not the hide inside type though. In his terminology “Hunters and warriors” is more me. I just prefer to do it myself, or without a lot of socializing with unknown people.

[@chrisanderson1515]

Such a wise man. I am enjoying his teachings more and more.

[@ejbowen91]

I enjoy the teaching of the rabbi. He breaks things down in ways that make it relatable. I think I am more of an introvert. No matter how shy we are we still need to relate to other people. Isolation can turn to desperation. God bless Rabbi SJ!

[@ibraheemjallad809]

Thank you Rabbi Simon Jacobson for sharing this outstanding information.

[@jeffburman7832]

I’m an introvert. I think of it terms of charging a battery. I charge my batteries in solitude. As extroverts seem to charge themselves by drawing from others. In extremes, an introvert must be alone to charge. An extrovert can’t be alone to charge. To the extent they won’t mind your boundaries.

[@lanachild7731]

Yes. I know people who constantly need to "feed" off of other's. They always leave you broken and desolate after they "feed".

[@amarmrkulic1389]

Vampires

[@computerdisco6171]

Dear Rabbi Simon Jacobson, thank You very much for Your Wisdom. it is helping me viewing myself.

[@hivicar]

I think of my introversion as a means by which I can offer something of deeper value and evolving understanding. Though not easily relatable to most people, but it feels well worth that unfortunate reality. This Rabbi was enjoyable to listen to, especially articulating how valuable it has always been to "know oneself."

[@wadu7205]

What are you even saying? This sounds like an ai generated poem.

[@thoughtprocessRI]

quality over quantity?

[@Cymricus]

i think often about the type of person that i could trust to be honest with me about blind spots in a compassionate but also constructive way. i think this guy would be that kind of person.

[@elliotwaveanalysis336]

When we are alone we have our desires, when we are part of a commune we follow desires of the commune.

[@35khq]

yeah like jeff dahmer

[@eddievanpachtenbeke1870]

Thank you Rabbi, from a introvert Jew in South Africa 🌹

[@marcusbrown87]

It's so difficult trying to explain to people that I love my alone time and actually prefer it. People take it personally. People who don't understand this think there's something wrong with me and even feel sorry for me. At times, this has lead to others trying to take control over my social life and interactions.

[@NataschavanderLindenHeartsz]

Wise words, thank you Rabbi. Really love to hear your classes

[@max-wb6vn]

When you hear things that other people say that know or make you realize your situation makes you feel better about yourself and feel like there's nothing wrong with you.

[@Aratto]

What a sign of wisdom today is seeing people from different religions here in the comments. Hope someday there is better understanding between faiths.

[@MegaSkokan]

I've enjoyed listening. Thanks. And I was able to see the two souls in me.

[@elevate777]

Thank you Rabbi your speech changed my perception.

[@midnightblue1874]

The reason for being an introvert is more important then people think. It is not just being a born as one, usually there are some problems, fears or subconcious blockades that makes you introverted. It is way of escapism, safe mode i should say for someone to go through this troublesome life ...

[@rg5312]

Like he explained the same goes for extroverts. Its a defense mechanism for fearing who you really are. Not wanting to be alone with yourself or your significant other because you are worried they/you won't like what you find.

[@brickrelated]

It is a coping mechanism for me. Since I was a kid I was scared and shy as hell. Was bullied a lot cuz I was the light skin with no hair (parents didn’t feel like taking care of it so just kept cutting it), mole on the side of my face, Puerto Rican but don’t know Spanish. Smh list goes on. From my personal experience it was feeling like I was worth nothing so I didn’t think I had the right to be heard or some shit. Feel like I’m venting so yeah 😂

[@knight3672]

Thank you for these words and insight, I hope it reaches many people.

[@BananaZen7]

Watching from the Netherlands...thankyou for your inspirational wisdom...

[@mrpickles3479]

Introvert. That’s me. Love it.

[@datrucksdavea2080]

Nice! TY "So convenient a thing to be a reasonable creature, since it enables one to find or make a reason for every thing one has a mind to do" Ben Franklin.

[@hedylamarr1688]

I used to be embarrased by my shyness in my youth. As i grew ...i understood that i was an introvert ...and that was a good thing.

[@martinbilis8875]

I'm a kind of person that often lose myself off to others that I don't have interest in. I only open myself to a very few that I trust and with whom I enjoy being around.

[@Kinobambino]

This man is great I learn so much

[@Itsdaniel_leo]

I’m an introverted social media personality. I have a strong and distinct voice when I speak but I don’t have actively network in public settings. I don’t have a problem socializing but I search out conversation on rare occasions. Silence can be powerful.

[@veronicaBolanos-mc4fc]

What a beautiful analogy, Michel Angelo quote. Thank you Rabbi for your beautiful wisdom.

[@evadefrumerie3676]

Yes lovely with micelangelo anectdote, what a inspiration for my music work 😇💟💟

[@languagefreeassangeteacher5338]

Thank you, Rabbi Jacobson!

[@garyhunt2134]

May God bless you sir. I listen to your messages on occasion, and every time I listen to your insight, I truly gain a closer insight of my own. I thank God for the gifts you bring to the table.. Thank you for your efforts..

[@AAa-ml1lo]

Rabbi...You are such a wonderful life coach. Always a revelation hearing your teachings.. Thank you.

[@antonettesmith6688]

When I was in college one of my teachers after marking the papers the confessed that she marked mine last because she thinks the others would have done better, because i was not the one who speak up a lot in class, but after she marked he papers I got the highest grade. She confessed she was wrong after a while she stated referring students to me for help .. just saying that sometimes they don’t understand u, someone you overlook may just be a genius or a life saver

[@AK-GermShep]

Hi Antonette, when I was in college, our teacher gave us an extra task as kind of punishment as we had been too loud during the lesson. We should write a german text of 2 pages, whatever we imagined we could write, even by copying any text. German was my weakest course at school. Well, I wrote a an ironic text about a lonely weather frog in a jar. 2 days later our teacher came into our class and said: Well, gentlemen, I have really read your writings. One of you has absolutely surprised me. It is the best text I have ever read during my life as a college teacher.. my next teacher in german told me 29 years later, that He had had the impression that school routine had prevented me from showing my full potential. It was in recent November that I learnt that I am an introvert according to MBTI .. 5 years ago a friend of mine ( psychological specialist) had told me I was highly intelligent without referring to a grade. When I learnt about my being an introvert.. I urged a complete test.. and was struck by the fact that I am excellent in 8 of 9 different types of intelligence. How shall I tell this to my family? My friends and former colleagues are not surprised .. but my family will be.. they (MDs like me) partly thought that I was not normal in my head.. . I am aged 77 now, had a fascinating life.. I was lucky because of my parents.. my first teacher in primary school told my mother that I was like this and my parents obeyed to her recommendations in full awareness of their task.. my mother told me about this only once several days before her death at the age of 84.. God bless you, dear sister Antonette, and ALL Our brothers and sisters. Albrecht from Germany..

[@IAMTatianaIAM]

Lucky you, you got a better teacher then I did. Mine couldn’t see beyond her first impression of me .

[@Azeminad]

These comments are a treasure trove of humble brags from extremely average women 😂

[@AK-GermShep]

@@Azeminad Hi, daniellemeza, why not ?

[@GodlyVibe_VRgaming]

Um I see this a lot but if the extrovert is loud, socializing, mingling it’s sooo obvious the quiet ones would have gotten more work done. So having higher scores is not that genius or life saving.

[@agiusbennett]

I absolutely love your lectures!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@AngryWoodenFork]

Really good video, glad I stumbled upon this one. I was an extrovert since I was a kid but after encountering so many nasty and down right mean people, I started to not really care anymore. Then covid hit.... Now, I am a full introverted social butterfly. I rather spend my time alone now rather than spending time with others. I find focusing on improving ones skills equally satisfying.

[@robertbennett1287]

Great insights Rabbi. As primarily an introvert I was steered in this direction. "Blind Spot's" are exactly what you say, "hidden from our sight." We need outside perspectives to see our "Blind Spots." 🙏

[@maryw4609]

Thank you rabbi Jacobson I enjoyed this lecture as a child my father said that I was shy quiet and retiring in my manners my mother said I was bashful and all Jewish children are bashful hiding behind their mothers skirts but in essence I was asorbing and a little introverted and I still have to push my self out to be extroverted thank you for this lecture 😊

[@covert_warrior]

I'm so grateful I've stumbled upon your videos

[@meragebree7518]

bro, an excellent and all encompassing lecture. wish you success and health for you and your family.

[@Mathemusician97]

Something about the way this man speaks is very captivating. He is clearly very wise.

[@j.d.thompson3505]

Thank You Rabbi Jacobson. It's very interesting that each person should be both.