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Author: Jake Harrison

Jake Harrison, a Chicago-based writer, lives with his partner and their two dogs. He's a lifelong introvert with an interest in psychology, personality types, and the social sciences. When he's not exploring the nuances of introversion for Introvert, Dear, Jake enjoys hiking, experimenting with amateur photography, and training his dogs to play flyball. He believes that introversion is a strength to be harnessed, not a flaw to be ashamed of.
a highly sensitive person experiences childhood emotional neglect
Self-Development

How Childhood Emotional Neglect Leaves Lasting Pain in Sensitive People

Emotional neglect can impact a child just as much as abuse, even though it’s less visible and harder to remember.

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Science

Does Life Make You an Introvert, or Is It in Your Genes?

Here’s what really makes someone an introvert — and how your own personality might be shaped.

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an introvert spends time alone in public
Self-Development

The Benefits of Spending Time Alone in Public

Going to public places on your own honors your need to be solitary while at the same time giving you a little social boost.

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an introvert who has the weekend blues
Relatable

Why Introverts Might Get the ‘Weekend Blues’ — And How to Handle It

The weekend blues happen when you should be enjoying your time off, but instead, you feel guilty, lonely, or anxious.

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an INFJ in love
INFJ

Instructions on Loving an INFJ

INFJs seek a soul-to-soul connection. They want to deeply know their partner and be deeply known in return.

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an INFJ is happy
INFJ

What INFJs Need to Be Happy

INFJs see the world in a unique way that many people can’t understand or relate to, which can leave them feeling unhappy.

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An introvert with high self-esteem
Self-Development

How Introverts Can Increase Their Self-Esteem

Our self-esteem might feel like something we can’t control — but it’s actually something we have a lot of power over.

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an INFJ or INFP
INFJ INFP

The Real Difference Between the INFJ and INFP

Although INFJs and INFPs may seem very similar on the outside, they perceive the world in completely different ways.

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an INFJ personality type
INFJ

10 Secrets of the INFJ, the World’s Rarest Personality Type

Both introverted and people-oriented, emotional and rational, thoughtful yet spontaneous, INFJs can feel like walking contradictions.

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An introvert couple cuddling on the couch
Love and Dating

How to Date an Introvert

Our need for alone time does not in any way indicate that we’re unhappy with you.

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