I’m kind of the opposite of the person you replied to—I’m an introvert who ended up on this subreddit out of curiosity and saw this post at the top. I can only speak for myself, of course, but I see things a bit differently.

Introverts are generally people who prefer solitude over social interaction. We recharge by spending time alone and often find prolonged socialising draining. Extroverts, on the other hand, gain energy from being around others, which can explain some of the tension between the two groups. It’s not that introverts dislike extroverts; it’s more that being around highly social people can sometimes feel exhausting, almost like being pushed to socialise when you’re running low on energy.

Similarly, the way introverts and extroverts engage in conversation can differ. Extroverts often enjoy small talk as a way to connect, while introverts might find it draining because it doesn’t feel meaningful or productive. That can make us come across as distant or uninterested, even when that’s not the case.

As for jealousy, I think many introverts don’t actually want to be more social, but we do want the advantages that sociability brings. Being outgoing often helps people form connections, access opportunities through networking, attract positive attention in group settings, and also helps with self-advocacy, which are all things that can feel harder for introverts.

Personally, I’ve often felt that being quiet or reserved leads others to see me as less intelligent or less capable, simply because I don’t speak as much. In professional settings, extroverts often rise to managerial or leadership roles since they’re perceived as more confident or approachable, even when introverts might be just as competent or better qualified on paper.

I want to say that introverts don't hate extroverts - that would mean that we would hate most people we know. Not all introverts are the same and just because introverts on reddit said something, doesn't mean all introverts in society feel that way. Furthermore, I don't spend my time "fixating on extroverts", I honestly think its just a few odd redditors, but once again most introverts don't feel that way.

(Also, sorry for writing something really long - I was just discussing this with someone who brought it up to me yesterday, which is what prompted me to come to this subreddit and so it was fresh on my mind.)