How do they get along so well?

[Janie]

If you've ever watched Dinner With Rush, you can see that Neil is actually quite similar to Alex and Geddy. To be fair, he is drunk (if not tipsy). He's just a different person on camera.

http://youtu.be/zb-MwVUUy3g

There's a point where Neil makes a joke..."I don't even buy green bananas...". That's a point where his awkwardness comes through.

Definitely! Except... if you take a second to think about it, you get it. But those few seconds of silence with Geddy and Alex always kill me.

[ThatLightInYourEyes]

Everybody pretty much said it already...Neil is simply more of an introvert.

 

That is not a bad thing whatsoever, as many people on this earth are.

 

I think fans mistake him being an introvert as "rude" or "snobby"...simply because he doesn't just make friends or talk with random strangers on the street.

 

 

From a thread in SOCN...

 

 

10 Myths About Introverts

 

 

Myth #1 – Introverts don’t like to talk.

This is not true. Introverts just don’t talk unless they have something to say. They hate small talk. Get an introvert talking about something they are interested in, and they won’t shut up for days.

Myth #2 – Introverts are shy.

Shyness has nothing to do with being an Introvert. Introverts are not necessarily afraid of people. What they need is a reason to interact. They don’t interact for the sake of interacting. If you want to talk to an Introvert, just start talking. Don’t worry about being polite.

Myth #3 – Introverts are rude.

Introverts often don’t see a reason for beating around the bush with social pleasantries. They want everyone to just be real and honest. Unfortunately, this is not acceptable in most settings, so Introverts can feel a lot of pressure to fit in, which they find exhausting.

Myth #4 – Introverts don’t like people.

On the contrary, Introverts intensely value the few friends they have. They can count their close friends on one hand. If you are lucky enough for an introvert to consider you a friend, you probably have a loyal ally for life. Once you have earned their respect as being a person of substance, you’re in.

Myth #5 – Introverts don’t like to go out in public.

Nonsense. Introverts just don’t like to go out in public FOR AS LONG. They also like to avoid the complications that are involved in public activities. They take in data and experiences very quickly, and as a result, don’t need to be there for long to “get it.” They’re ready to go home, recharge, and process it all. In fact, recharging is absolutely crucial for Introverts.

Myth #6 – Introverts always want to be alone.

Introverts are perfectly comfortable with their own thoughts. They think a lot. They daydream. They like to have problems to work on, puzzles to solve. But they can also get incredibly lonely if they don’t have anyone to share their discoveries with. They crave an authentic and sincere connection with ONE PERSON at a time.

Myth #7 – Introverts are weird.

Introverts are often individualists. They don’t follow the crowd. They’d prefer to be valued for their novel ways of living. They think for themselves and because of that, they often challenge the norm. They don’t make most decisions based on what is popular or trendy.

Myth #8 – Introverts are aloof nerds.

Introverts are people who primarily look inward, paying close attention to their thoughts and emotions. It’s not that they are incapable of paying attention to what is going on around them, it’s just that their inner world is much more stimulating and rewarding to them.

Myth #9 – Introverts don’t know how to relax and have fun.

Introverts typically relax at home or in nature, not in busy public places. Introverts are not thrill seekers and adrenaline junkies. If there is too much talking and noise going on, they shut down. Their brains are too sensitive to the neurotransmitter called Dopamine. Introverts and Extroverts have different dominant neuro-pathways. Just look it up.

Myth #10 – Introverts can fix themselves and become Extroverts.

A world without Introverts would be a world with few scientists, musicians, artists, poets, filmmakers, doctors, mathematicians, writers, and philosophers. That being said, there are still plenty of techniques an Extrovert can learn in order to interact with Introverts. (Yes, I reversed these two terms on purpose to show you how biased our society is.) Introverts cannot “fix themselves” and deserve respect for their natural temperament and contributions to the human race. In fact, one study (Silverman, 1986) showed that the percentage of Introverts increases with IQ.

 

You have no idea how many articles I've read that look exactly like this. I'm going to need several just to get through the Holidays with my extended family members.

[Snyder80]

I agree with what everyone is saying. They're just really normal guys who love music and what they do. Jobs are very equally divided within the group with everyone feeling that that they contribute something important. It's a one in a million chance that they would have met and things worked out like they did. You could almost think it was some sort of divine providence. (not Neil :) ) We are so lucky to have them in our lives.

 

Wholly agree with the "divine providence" comment. I often remark that it is ridiculously cosmic how the three of them have stayed together and been successful for so long without falling apart due to one thing or another.

[goose]

If you've ever watched Dinner With Rush, you can see that Neil is actually quite similar to Alex and Geddy. To be fair, he is drunk (if not tipsy). He's just a different person on camera.

http://youtu.be/zb-MwVUUy3g

There's a point where Neil makes a joke..."I don't even buy green bananas...". That's a point where his awkwardness comes through.

Definitely! Except... if you take a second to think about it, you get it. But those few seconds of silence with Geddy and Alex always kill me.

My father in law uses that joke all the time. I another ten years, I might adopt it. :codger:

 

:D

[EmotionDetector]

They have that most important of all traits for friendship: the ability to get drunk together! (see video):

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zb-MwVUUy3g

 

I always enjoy that video. Best line...Geddy telling Alex: "Don't kill Pratt...it's bad for business!". :D