Is the willingness to listen part of what makes someone an extrovert?

I am an extrovert, and I think that I have a great ability to listen. I feel very sensitive to everyone else's feelings. So I would rather listen and try to help, than to avoid their problems just to talk about something else.

I love to be the center of attention, but I can put someone else there if need be. I think it depends on the person. My interpretation of an extrovert is someone that wears their heart on their sleeve as well.In that case, they are passionate.

In my case I think that helps me to be a better listener, because I truly care about what is going on with those around me.

As far as I know, the ability to be a great listener belongs to the introvert, who can keep quiet long enough to engage his mind in the conversation of another person. The extrovert is typically more outspoken and outgoing, thus oftentimes denying those around him to really get a word in. The introvert, however, is a more laid back, quiet person, who does not speak as much but rather sits back and takes in the conversations and events going on around him.

Both introversion and extroversion are qualities of a person’s temperament and personality, and both have obvious benefits for social interaction. However, it seems to be the gift of the introvert to be able to listen a bit better than the extrovert.

People who only care about their own interests and never let anyone get a word in edgewise aren't only extroverts, they're bores! They may notice that people tend to avoid them after a few conversations.

Usually the extrovert is just an outgoing person and not really a person that is either a good listener or not. An extrovert is fun loving and able to attract attention to themselves. I do not think this means they are not good listeners, or better listeners than others.

The listening aspect is a totally different trait than being an extrovert or introvert.

Extrovert are usually people who love to talk more than listen. In fact, the negative trait of an extrovert is that they cant listen well. Introverts are the people who listen best.At least, that's what textbooks say about extrovert.

In my experience, I found that to be mostly true. I rarely find extroverts who are a good listener. They are just too full of energy and excitement to be able to sit, concentrate, and listen to people.

Of course, with proper training, they can learn to listen well, but it doesn't come naturally for them.

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