Mark Davies

@DrRaiaSD @LairdOfThManor I am not an expert on either of these theories but have always felt I don't fit into the two boxes commonly used in society. Does this term/theory contradict traditional theory or is it just a very (overly) specific term? (It describes me to a tee btw)

@LairdOfThManor Sometime I believe my fellow psychologists never fully comprehend Jung’s theories or McCrae & Costa’s 5 factor model. Those theories cover personality type without the creation of an unneeded term.

It seems the good doctors of the mind are now whispering about a rather intriguing personality type, charmingly dubbed the “otrovert.” One suspects it describes those of us who enjoy society greatly… provided it arrives in sensible portions and does not insist upon overstaying its welcome. An otrovert is, in essence, someone who delights in the company of others, but only to a certain and carefully measured extent. For a time they may be sociable, engaging, even positively loquacious. Yet eventually the spirit requires retreat… some quiet corner in which to restore one’s equilibrium, lest the batteries of civilisation run perilously low. They sit rather awkwardly between the usual labels of introvert and extrovert, belonging neatly to neither camp. On some days they seek conversation and conviviality; on others they regard it with the same enthusiasm one reserves for unsolicited door-to-door salesmen. Their energy is governed less by personality categories and more by circumstance, atmosphere, and mood. Unlike the relentlessly gregarious, they do not pursue interaction merely to banish silence. When they choose to speak, it is generally deliberate and meaningful. Conversation, for them, is not a sport of endurance but a matter of quality. In social settings, the otrovert often participates with one eye slightly removed from proceedings. Even while chatting amiably, a portion of the mind is quietly observing, watching patterns of behaviour, noting subtle shifts in tone and manner. This habit tends to make them rather astute readers of people. Naturally, such attentiveness comes at a cost. Even the most enjoyable gatherings may leave them quietly fatigued after a while. Solitude, therefore, is not an act of withdrawal but a necessary ritual of restoration… a brief return to calm waters after navigating the lively currents of society. Because of this peculiar rhythm, they are frequently misunderstood. Some acquaintances consider them outgoing; others regard them as distant. In truth, neither judgment is entirely correct… they are merely careful stewards of their social energy. In favourable moments they may open up with surprising warmth, speaking freely and engaging with genuine enthusiasm. Yet once that internal reservoir begins to empty, they retreat just as swiftly, growing quiet without much warning. They are also notoriously impatient with forced pleasantries. Endless small talk feels rather like intellectual chewing gum… something to occupy the mouth but offering very little nourishment. They much prefer conversation that possesses substance, purpose, or at the very least a spark of authenticity. Consequently, they guard their time and energy with quiet resolve. Plans may be cancelled, evenings departed from early, invitations politely declined, often without elaborate explanations. It is not rudeness so much as self-preservation. Over time, the otrovert grows rather comfortable with being misunderstood. They abandon the exhausting task of fitting every social expectation and accept that their peculiar rhythm will puzzle some people. They may know many individuals, of course, but they tend to trust only a select few. For them, depth of connection matters infinitely more than the frequency of appearances. And when the occasion demands it, they can perform admirably in brief flashes of sociability… confident, witty, entirely present. The only caveat is that such performances are best delivered in elegant bursts rather than prolonged marathons. In short, the otrovert is not antisocial, nor excessively gregarious, merely someone who enjoys society much as one enjoys a fine claret: deeply, sincerely, and always in moderation. 🍷 I am an otrovert. 💙🎩

@godblesstoto I save mine and keep it in full view for several months - drives my kids nuts! I'm about to tuck into a giant Toblerone I was bought for Christmas. (my kids both are adults before I'm accused of child cruelty)

I ate my Easter egg last week, this weekend is such a disappointment.

Competition - Signed copy of my latest book “Burma Campaign VCs” please like, share and post to make your entry

@TurloughDonnell @ApsmRugby And my former PE teacher, Allan Martin Used to hold the points scoring record for his club, Aberavon, too!

@ApsmRugby That was the second row kicking by the way

1974 Ireland vs Wales Lansdowne Road, Dublin JPR Williams on the wrong side of the ruck

@WRRAPodcast Contest the lineouts

Time for your #ThreeWordReview please👇

@JohnCleese Probably a cheesemaker

Have you seen 'Life of Brian' ? We did not 'mock Christ' We mocked the way some followers of great spiritual figures completely miss the point of their teachings Having made that clear, I would simply like to say 'thank you' for sharing your confusion with us

@jones_mog NFL can be OTT but the average team makes more PROFIT than the WRU turnover per year - there's plenty we could learn from them.

Watching the start of the super-bowl for the first time ever. Wow. It’s so so…..American 🤔 It’s the most over the top American thing I have ever seen since the last marvel film I watched. But they are even more serious than if they were facing Thanos. I do like it. In a way. 😀

@floboflo My mother's take on rugby: "I like it when they run but don't like it to so much when they kick it over those 'H' things"

Rugby positions explained: 1,2&3 nice wee chubby guys. One of them has to be brainy. Often a GP. 4&5: the two tall ones. One has to be brainy. They take turns each at being sin binned. 6,7&8: two of them are called flankers and look normal ish. One of them is called the number 8. Not sure which. 9 wee jolly guy. Likes to kick the ball straight in the air. 10 brains, nice hair, knows roughly what’s going on 11&14 fast, tries not to get too involved 12&13 two actual athletes who have got involved by accident 15 big show off, boots it, catches it, boots it again

@perpetuoasombro Full stealth mode!

@CThomas663 @ospreys Has Y11 told the officials that they are now a Cardiff team?

Can someone please tell the ref that @ospreys play in black? Thanks. #OSPvLIO #OurBloodIsBlack

@PhilRugby Looks a bit one sided...

@tomsguide I thought it was superb - looks like its going to be character driven rather than the CGI overkill of House of the Dragon. #GOT #aKnightOfTheSevenKindoms

"A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms" starts slow, but I still haven't lost hope that this "Game of Thrones" spin-off will get better. Read the full review here ➡️ tom-s-guide.visitlink.me/eIBZZP

@Blackmoor_Film @SarahLouMiller I just used a tin of Airfix paint on a biplane - not sure the exact age of the paint but Airfix discontinued making the little tins in 1981 !

@SarahLouMiller Those little cans last forever.

My dad got me into making models. I shall repay him by pilfering his paints.

Post a picture YOU took, just a picture NO description.

@CraigosP1 @WalesRugby All of the above, but mainly because it is a poor match day experience. No singing, no atmosphere and too many people who seem disinterested in the rugby - just drinking and posting on Facebook.

@WalesRugby Why aren't more people buying tickets for Wales' 2026 Six Nations home games at Principality Stadium? 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏉 Options:

Tens of thousands of Wales Six Nations tickets still unsold as WRU issue statement walesonline.co.uk/sport/rugby/ru…

@FinlawMike @Ilovenostalgia Lone Justice

@Ilovenostalgia Maria Mc Kee

This could be fun!

@mictanticutli @Ilovenostalgia Tubeway Army

@Ilovenostalgia Gary Numan

@Bobby_Seagull I don't like fantasy stuff usually (more a sci-fi fan) but #GOT is superb. I'm currently watching it for the 8th time! Some series are better than others but all are better than most other fantasy shows.

Should I finally watch Game of Thrones? 👀🐉 7 years ago, I dated a lady from the North ❄️ who was obsessed with GoT. Her profile picture? Sitting on the Iron Throne itself 🪑👑 She tried (and failed 😅) to convince me to watch it back then. I’ve just finished Stranger Things and I’m looking for my next binge 📺🍿 I love fantasy - I grew up reading Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings 📚🧙‍♂️ 👉 Is it too late to start Game of Thrones? 👉 Worth the hype or nah? #GameOfThrones #StrangerThings #Dating #Single #LordOfTheRings

@Ilovenostalgia For a few months we only had one. Our aerial was half way up and mountain (we lived in an isolated valley) and it moved during a storm so we could only get ITV!

How many TV channels did you have when you were 8? Which were your favorites?

@DreyfusJames My wife was asked for proof of age identity in Morrisons a year or so back. She was absolutely chuffed - she's 57 !

Unbelievable what’s just happened with a delivery from @AmazonUK Was having some vodka delivered. I opened the door, & Hobbes, who was securely behind a door gate, started barking. Natch. The man immediately looked irritated. Understandable if one doesn’t like dogs. But then, this unpleasant little thug rudely demanded my passport. I politely told him I didn’t need to provide a passport. All I needed to do, like I do every single time, was to give him my birthdate, as I’m 57, & look it. Sadly I don’t look 11… (rules shown below) He said “I’m not having this conversation”, when I informed him of Amazon’s own rules, threw my boxes onto the ground, & said “Oh fuck off” & walked away. And yes, I had some pretty choice words for him as he scuttled off. Just mind-boggling how some people behave. Usually Amazon drivers are so good. Made a deserved complaint to Amazon. Unbelievable… I understand people have a bad day, but, seriously, Amazon, don’t send that man back here. Because I too will suddenly ‘have a bad day’ with him & his attitude…