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Author: Colleen Lerner

Whether I am reading, writing, or teaching, I am constantly surrounded by stories. As a highly sensitive, empathic introvert with social anxiety, I read stories to learn about myself and I write stories to hopefully help others do the same. When words don’t quite help, I look to yoga and spirituality to find my way. On instagram, follow some writing adventures @poetry_in_pencil and reading adventures @ajourneyin_books.
An introvert with depression
Self-Development

Is It Introversion or Depression?

When I’m introverted, I feel light, hopeful, and satisfied. When I’m depressed, I unintentionally stay away from people.

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Relatable

3 Lessons My Introverted Grandfather Taught Me

One of the lessons my introverted grandfather taught me was that it’s okay to be quiet — instead, you can love with your listening.

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Friends

Why This Introvert Is Thankful for Extroverts

Although extroverts can be exhausting for introverts, when the right extroverts find the right introverts, it’s magic.

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an introvert has social anxiety during social distancing
Relatable

How Social Distancing Has Made My Social Anxiety Worse

The irrational fear of people being annoyed by you? Being isolated has only made it worse.

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