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Author: Rachel Ginder

Rachel is a bookaholic who dreams of reading for a living, but has quite comfortably settled for working at an East Coast university press. She spends her free time writing book reviews and is on a constant quest to find the perfect setting for novel reading. She has yet to find a park bench quiet enough or a cup of tea large enough. You can also find her writing at LiterallyDarling.com.
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Relatable

Don’t Underestimate Me Just Because I’m Not Dominating the Conversation

Introverts often go quiet because we have so many passionate thoughts rushing through our heads that it’s impossible to verbalize them all.

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I’m an Introvert, and I Need Alone Time for My Mental Health

The more I’ve come to understand what it means to be an introvert, the more I realize that alone time is something I need for my mental health.

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For Introverts, Skipping the Big Party Is About Mental Health

As an introvert, I need to say no to certain activities to maintain my mental health.

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Relatable

Introverts Don’t Hate People, They Hate Shallow Socializing

I like to make jokes about how much I hate people. As an introvert, it’s easy to do. However, I don’t hate people, I hate shallow socializing.

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Introverts Practice a More Mindful Way of Living

Many introverts naturally like to take things slower and practice a more mindful way of living — and there’s nothing wrong with that.

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Relatable

For Me, ‘Social Anxiety’ Explained What ‘Introversion’ Could Not

Introversion didn’t explain the ball of fear in my stomach. It wasn’t until I stumbled across the term “social anxiety” that I began to understand myself.

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Relatable

Dear Extrovert: Why This Introvert Can’t Answer Your Text Right Now

You might have thought I forgot about you, since I never responded to that text you sent two weeks ago.

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Self-Development

If You’re Always Feeling Drained, It’s Time to Declutter Your Life

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, and your “introvert battery” is at an ultimate low, it’s time to take a minimalist approach.

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Relatable

Honestly, Even for an Introvert, Listening Can Be Draining

When I hear that introverts make good listeners, I can’t help but feel guilty. I’m not sure it’s true for me.

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For This Introvert, Quiet Moments Are the Best Moments

I wish I could tell her to enjoy those quiet Friday nights in bed with a book — and that being an introvert is perfectly valid.

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