What I Wish My Extroverted Parents Knew About Raising an Introvert
My parents were social butterflies. Their existence was a constant stream of get-togethers, dinner invitations, and guests at all hours.
Yes, Introverts Get Lonely, Too — But in a Different Way
Introverts get lonely, just like introverts eat three meals a day, ride bikes and brush their hair. My loneliness is a cry for connection and understanding.
Forcing Introverts to Include Everyone May Exclude Them From Real Relationships
Inclusion doesn’t have to look like everyone is getting along in a group. Introverts tend to have small social circles — and they prefer it that way.
Our Extrovert-Obsessed Society Is Killing Young People
19-year-old Kenneka Jenkins was found dead inside a hotel freezer. Did this introvert overdo it on alcohol to fit in at a party?
5 Hacks to Help Introverted Parents Get Through the Day
You might be an introvert if everything about being a parent absolutely wears you out. This is particularly true during the baby and toddler stages.
9 Reasons Everyone Should Have an Introvert in Their Life
Because introverts tend feel more comfortable listening than talking about ourselves, we’ll gladly concede the spotlight.
What I Learned as an INFJ After Pregnancy Loss and Infertility
As an INFJ personality type, I replayed all the events in the hospital in my mind seemingly thousands of times a day. I couldn’t stop.
How to Stay Sane When You’re an Introvert Planning a Wedding
There’s nothing an introvert loves more than having their romantic relationship put on display for hundreds of people at a wedding, amirite?
How to Go on an Awesome First Date as an Introvert
Introverts love discussing ideas, and one of my favorite things to do is come up with a few lighthearted debate questions to ask my date.
Understanding Personality Types Can Help You Connect With Others Better
Learning about personality types helped me understand that we don’t all process information the same way, and we are different in the ways we communicate.