I want to address these one by one 1) It is great to be alone-  So true.   Growing up my grandma said your are your own best company.   She was right.  2) It is ok to take your time.  As I still possess those Introvert qualities I get it.  I find in decision making I stick with my decisions when well thought out through time.   The right decision made is more important than how long it takes.  I gel hell for this  by panthers (personalities) but I do not care.   it is a quality of the OWL type of personality.  It is also resourceful in analyzing your information and any intellectual intercourse that is necessary.   3)  It pays to listen - we were born with two eyes, two ears and only one mouth.   I think whoever made us was tying to tell us something.   Yes better communication happens when you listen rather than talk.   More people should try it.  The world would be a better place.   The introvert is light years ahead of other personality types on this one. Intellectual is at its peak or climax when listening skills are incorporated.  4) A small circle of friends is best. - So true.   It is less stressful and lower maintenance.  i would rather have a few select friends that I can hang with than a whole bunch of fair weather friends.    Great subject and post my friend!