Paintball for Introverts

alone-21279_960_720Contrary to popular belief, not all introverts are shy. An introvert is someone who prefers spending time alone. Being social can drain introvert’s energy and wear them out. Some introverts are shy, though. They experience anxiety when trying to talk to people they don’t know well. Simply saying hello can stress them out.

Our society seems to prefer extroverts as they are more likely and willing to take command when you need a leader. Yet, introverts can be good leaders too. Introverts are great listeners and are smart because they spend a lot of time thinking. As an introvert, however, it is important to learn how to be more extroverted from time to time. Playing paintball at AC Paintball is a great way to do this.

Paintball is a social sport. Without good communication, it is difficult to be successful. With the right team, paintball can help any introvert learn how to come out of their shell. Playing paintball at AC Paintball can give introverts communication skills, confidence, and friends.

Paintball Provides a Common Interest and Conversation Topics

The hardest part of communication for most introverts is approaching someone new.  It can be difficult for them to find a conversation topic. Some introverts get anxious when having to do this. They worry about the other person judging them and looking stupid.

Playing paintball at AC Paintball can help quell some of these fears. If you are talking to someone at AC Paintball, chances are they are from southern New Jersey and interested in paintball. You can start a conversation by asking them where they are from and how they became interested in paintball. Their answers may spark even more conversation and soon you may find that opening up paid off.

Paintball Can Lead to Making Friends

paintball-1282158_960_720Conversation leads to friendship. Some introverts have trouble making friends. But having a common interest makes things easier. If you talk for a while and have a lot in common, you may end up finding a new friend. Once you make a few good friends, you will have a support system. You may find that if you promise to have your friends back, they will have yours. Every good team player supports their teammates and helps out however they can.

If you find friends, playing paintball at AC Paintball can become your favorite hobby. If you are new to the game, try to avoid playing with hard-core professionals who put too much pressure on you. If you experience any problems with any players, talk to an employee at AC Paintball. We promote safe and friendly paintball and will try to help you however we can.

To start out you should try to find players who just play for fun. They can be new players or experienced players as long as they don’t give you a hard time. If they are experienced, they may also be able to give you tips to improve your game. With enough good friends, you may create a regular group for playing at AC Paintball. You may even get together outside of AC Paintball.

Paintball Improves Interpersonal Communication

To be successful in paintball, your team needs to communicate well. When your teammates are depending on you, you may find it in yourself to be more outgoing. You won’t want to let your team down, so you will do what you have to do to help them succeed.

Once you learn to be more vocal, you will learn how to communicate better. When playing on an AC Paintball field, you will need to make sure your teammates understand you. You will learn to be more clear and concise with what you say. There will also be times when you need to be fairly quiet. To make sure your teammates get the message, you will learn to better enunciate your words.

Soon, you will be able to use your improved communication skills in other aspects of your life. You may find it easier to talk on the phone, give speeches and talk to people you don’t know well. You may become a better talker and become more social in general.

Paintball Improves Confidence

With improved communication skills and a good support system, you will become more confident. If you play paintball long enough, you may also gain some muscles and look healthier as well.  When you help out your teammates, they will be thankful. This can help make you feel important and give you some self-worth.  Confidence will make you feel better and help you go far in life.

pintball-918086_960_720At first, it may be difficult, but don’t worry about being unskilled or bringing your team down. Most players aren’t experts at the start. Yet, with practice and dedication, you will improve with each game. It’s important to stay positive. An AC Paintball experience should be fun and not stressful.

If you feel like you’re not good, learn to shake it off and laugh at your mistakes. You may not be able to take out half of your opponents, but you can keep your team’s spirits up by having a good attitude. You may lose at times, but if you do, lose with style. Don’t get down or be a sore loser. The more you stay positive, the better time you will have. If you stick with it, you may eventually become a team leader and help other introverts learn to love the game.

 

 

September 12, 2016

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