6 Tips for Extroverted Parents Who Are Raising Introverted Teens
Teens do tend to rebel against their parents, but that may not be why your introverted teenager isn’t sharing their thoughts or interests with you.
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There’s an Important Reason We Should Be Having More Meaningful Conversations
If you’re not already, consider making an effort to have more meaningful conversations. Your happiness, in part, depends on it.
How to Deal With Change When You’re an ISFJ Who’d Rather Not
ISFJs have a strong sense of tradition and believe in a “right way to do things.” But this also manifests as a fear of change, which we avoid at all costs.
4 Things People Say to Me About Being an Introvert That I’m Sick of Hearing
Here are some of the most common ways that these self-proclaimed “helpers” have gone about advising me on how to repair my puzzling introvert tendencies.
18 Signs You’re in an Introvert-Introvert Relationship
Ah, the introvert-introvert relationship. Many introverts have sought it, imagining quiet nights at home with takeout and Netflix.
4 Reasons Why INFJs and INTPs Are Highly Compatible with Each Other
On the surface, the INFJ and INTP personality types may look very different. INTPs are often characterized as “the inventor” type.
24 ‘Small’ Signs That You’re an INTJ Personality Type
INTJs are complicated people who have many layers, and we can be full of contradictions. How do you know if you’re truly an INTJ personality type?
There’s No Shame in Being an Introvert Who Has Social Anxiety
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.
47 Things I Wish Other People Knew About Me as an INFJ
If you’re an INFJ, you probably know what it’s like to feel misunderstood. We INFJs make up just 1-2 percent of the population, after all.
5 Life Lessons to Help Introverts Survive in an Extroverted World
Do not let the past dictate who you are or what your future will be. I spent my teens and early twenties buried in books and television shows.
Just Because I’m an Introvert Doesn’t Mean I Can’t Be on Stage
Being a quiet introvert doesn’t always equate “performer” in many people’s minds, and I think the reason for this can be narrowed down to two things.
7 Careers That Play to the Quiet Strengths of Introverts
Finding a job that fits the needs of introverts can be tough. Lots of companies will expect employees to be as outgoing and sociable as possible.
13 Reasons Why Being Married to Another Introvert Is Amazing
The pastor cautioned us: “You’re going to have to work hard at getting out and staying involved in the community because you’re both introverts.”
23 ‘Small’ Signs That You’re a Highly Sensitive Person
Being a highly sensitive person (HSP) is a perfectly normal “thing” to be — about 20 percent of the population have this trait.
Considering Freelancing? What Introverts Should Know
You don’t want to be in the spotlight, and having to manage many employees can be mentally exhausting. That’s why I turned to freelancing.
Why This Introvert Hates Small Talk But Loves Talking About Things That Matter
I’m sure you’ve heard many times that introverts hate small talk. This is frequently misunderstood as introverts hate talking, period.
INFJs, the Secret to Living a Better Life Is Using Extroverted Feeling
INFJs, can you imagine every decision you make being the right decision? Where you feel confident every day because you trust your judgment?
What It Really Means to Be an Introvert, Because It’s More Than Just Wanting ‘Alone Time’
Introversion has become sort of a trend. Many people consider themselves to be introverts, and even more think they know what introversion is.
Spending Time Alone Might Be the Best Way to Rest, According to Science
An important finding was that only 20 percent of respondents said that doing social activities, like hanging out with friends and family, was a way to rest.
How INFJs Can Protect Themselves From Emotional Vampires
Extroverted Feeling drives INFJs to nurture people. Emotional vampires will sense this incredibly generous aspect of our personality and latch onto it.
A Letter to INFJs About What I’ve Learned From You
What I do understand, however, is that despite some similarities in our approach to life, you see the world in a unique way.
As an Introverted College Student, Perfectionism Almost Ruined My Life
For the past 10 years, I have slowly but steadily built up a person in my head who I wanted to be. An ideal that I would try to reach.
9 Reasons Why You Might Still Be Single as an INFJ Personality Type
INFJs don’t want just anyone — they’re looking for their soulmate. For this reason, INFJs might end up single, even after years of looking for love.
5 Ways Introversion and Anxiety Are Not the Same Thing
Introversion and anxiety can exist in the same person, and both can lead to similar behaviors, but the thought processes are wildly different.
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, despite appearances, I don’t hate people, just socializing.
How to Succeed in a Brainstorming Session When You’re an Introvert Who Dreads Speaking Up
It doesn’t make introverts jump for joy when we’re invited to a brainstorming session. However, with a little creativity, a brainstorming session can be different.