Sorcha Szczerbiak, Author at Introvert, Dear https://introvertdear.com/news/author/sorcha-szczerbiak/ Award-winning community for introverts Mon, 17 Mar 2025 11:08:07 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://introvertdear.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/cropped-I-D-yellow-logo-NEW-32x32.jpg Sorcha Szczerbiak, Author at Introvert, Dear https://introvertdear.com/news/author/sorcha-szczerbiak/ 32 32 67724409 Why Animals Love Introverts (and the Feeling Is Mutual) https://introvertdear.com/news/why-animals-love-introverts-and-the-feeling-is-mutual/ https://introvertdear.com/news/why-animals-love-introverts-and-the-feeling-is-mutual/#respond Mon, 17 Mar 2025 13:00:00 +0000 https://introvertdear.com/?p=51861 Unlike people, most animals accept me just as I am and are delighted to spend time with me — even if I don’t say a word.

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How to Make Friends as an Introvert After Moving Abroad https://introvertdear.com/news/how-to-make-friends-as-an-introvert-after-moving-abroad/ https://introvertdear.com/news/how-to-make-friends-as-an-introvert-after-moving-abroad/#respond Mon, 10 Feb 2025 14:00:00 +0000 https://introvertdear.com/?p=51676 As an introvert, I had never been great at making friends. But when I moved abroad, I had to find ways to build a community.

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What I’ve Learned About Making Friends Online https://introvertdear.com/news/what-ive-learned-about-making-friends-online/ https://introvertdear.com/news/what-ive-learned-about-making-friends-online/#respond Mon, 03 Feb 2025 14:00:00 +0000 https://introvertdear.com/?p=51672 Online friendships might suit introverts because we’d rather write out our thoughts than say them on the spot.

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How Introverts Can Quiet Negative Thoughts for Greater Peace of Mind https://introvertdear.com/news/how-introverts-can-quiet-negative-thoughts-for-greater-peace-of-mind/ https://introvertdear.com/news/how-introverts-can-quiet-negative-thoughts-for-greater-peace-of-mind/#respond Mon, 18 Nov 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://introvertdear.com/?p=51337 My introverted mind often jumps to worst-case scenarios or gets stuck on thoughts that leave me stressed.

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How to Make Your Unpredictable Remote Job Less Stressful https://introvertdear.com/news/how-to-make-your-unpredictable-remote-job-less-stressful/ https://introvertdear.com/news/how-to-make-your-unpredictable-remote-job-less-stressful/#respond Mon, 15 Jul 2024 13:00:00 +0000 https://introvertdear.com/?p=50814 I’ve found ways to create peace and stability in my remote job because introverts like me thrive on routines.

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How Introverts Can Be More Assertive https://introvertdear.com/news/how-introverts-can-be-more-assertive/ https://introvertdear.com/news/how-introverts-can-be-more-assertive/#respond Wed, 24 Jan 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://introvertdear.com/?p=48330 Speaking up for yourself can be intimidating. However, choosing to tolerate an unwanted situation is often worse.

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How Introverts Can Find Volunteer Opportunities That Don’t Drain Them https://introvertdear.com/news/how-introverts-can-find-volunteer-opportunities-that-dont-drain-them/ https://introvertdear.com/news/how-introverts-can-find-volunteer-opportunities-that-dont-drain-them/#respond Tue, 23 Jan 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://introvertdear.com/?p=48318 When you volunteer, it’s about finding the right balance between the role and honoring your introvert needs.

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How to Be an Activist When You’re a Quiet Introvert https://introvertdear.com/news/how-to-be-an-activist-when-youre-a-quiet-introvert/ https://introvertdear.com/news/how-to-be-an-activist-when-youre-a-quiet-introvert/#respond Mon, 15 Jan 2024 14:00:00 +0000 https://introvertdear.com/?p=48243 Standing boldly in support of a better world often clashes with my introverted personality, which just wants to stay home and read a book.

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How Introverts Can Stay Calm When Travel Chaos Hits https://introvertdear.com/news/how-introverts-can-stay-calm-when-travel-chaos-hits/ https://introvertdear.com/news/how-introverts-can-stay-calm-when-travel-chaos-hits/#respond Mon, 18 Dec 2023 14:00:00 +0000 https://introvertdear.com/?p=48039 Traveling can be stressful, and introverts might feel overwhelmed by crowded airports. Here’s how to stay calm.

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Introverts, Is That Social Invite Worth the Energy? Here’s How to Decide https://introvertdear.com/news/introverts-is-that-social-invite-worth-the-energy-heres-how-to-decide/ https://introvertdear.com/news/introverts-is-that-social-invite-worth-the-energy-heres-how-to-decide/#respond Wed, 22 Nov 2023 14:00:00 +0000 https://introvertdear.com/?p=47883 One thing I consider is what the rest of the week will demand of me, energy-wise.

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