Right now, it is very hip to label yourself an introvert. Part of this is due to the well-researched, profound, well-written treatise by Susan Cain, Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That ...
The classic labels of introvert and extrovert have long been used to explain why some people thrive off of social interaction and why some people prefer solitude. While neither one is “better” than ...
This quiz will help you figure out whether you (and your BFFs!) are an introvert or an extrovert in time for the hyper-social holiday season. I’ve created this quiz to help you figure out if you’re an ...
You want to feel a sense of belonging wherever you go or whatever you do and you’re looking for soulful connections. You’re ...
Maria Popova of the irreverent Marginalian wrote: “Friendship is the sunshine of life — the quiet radiance that makes our ...
A friend commented how alike my daughter and I are. “Surely, you are kidding,” I responded. Those who know me and my daughter ...
Extroverted introverts tend to prefer deep conversations with select people as opposed to surface-level conversations with lots of folks. Maskot via Getty Images You’ve probably been asked if you’re ...
Think about the last party you went to: Were you the focus of attention? Or, were you more comfortable milling around the edges, spending time with one or two people? What about afterward? Were you ...
There is a meme in modern therapy culture saying that you shouldn’t try to change – you are perfectly imperfect, and that the right people will accommodate your every idiosyncrasy. Relatedly, ...
As an extrovert, your natural charisma and energy are your superpowers. You have an ability to connect with others, drawing energy from social interaction and bringing enthusiasm to conversations. But ...
Wanting to be more social or outgoing sounds deceptively simple: Just talk to more people, say yes to every invite, and strike up friendly conversations with strangers, right? But for introverts, ...