6 Things Your Office Introvert Does That Might Seem Rude, But Aren’t
byLet me explain the thought process behind six of my daily actions as an introvert that may come across as rude — but aren’t meant to be.
6 Things Your Office Introvert Does That Might Seem Rude, But Aren’t
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INFJ: 9 Reasons You’re Still Single
byINFJs may be introverts, but few things are more important to them than close relationships. Nevertheless, they can really struggle to find love.
Spending Time in Nature Brings Out the Best in Introverts; Here’s Why
bySpending time outside has well-documented benefits for everyone, but here are five reasons why it’s particularly beneficial for introverts.
4 Tips for Introverts to Make Phone Calls Suck a Little Less
by“I love talking on the phone!” said no introvert ever. Phone calls can be exhausting and annoying.
The Surprising Way Birth Order Influences the INTJ Personality
byStatistically, people of the INTJ personality are much more likely to be the firstborn of the family than if personality type happened by chance.
Why Is Socializing Exhausting for Introverts? Here’s the Science
byHere’s the science behind why socializing is “energizing” for extroverts but exhausting for introverts.
The INFJ’s Paradoxical Struggle With Loneliness
byINFJs face a never-ending struggle of desiring to connect profoundly with others and yet being easily worn out and discouraged by social interactions.
Dear Friends, I Love You, But I Just Can’t Go Out Tonight. Sincerely, an HSP
byAs a highly sensitive person, I get overstimulated easily, due to my deep processing. Sometimes I can’t handle the noise and crowds at bars or parties.
53 Things That Annoy an INTJ (and 42 Positives)
byHere are 53 things that annoy me as an INTJ personality, and 42 things I like. Fellow INTJs, can you relate?
Overwhelmed and Underwhelmed? You Might Have a Rainforest Mind
byIf you have a rainforest mind, you may experience a sense of being out-of-sync, and on many occasions, feel both overwhelmed and underwhelmed.
27 Things You Do Because You’re a Highly Sensitive Person
byBeing a highly sensitive person (HSP) is like having your internal dial turned up a little more than other people’s dials.
When a Sociopath Meets an INFJ
byHere’s what a relationship between an INFJ and a sociopath might look like, plus why INFJs may keep trying to save it, even though it’s dangerous.
7 Things I Wish People Knew About Me as an Introvert
byI can talk to people confidently and enjoy myself in social situations. But there are still some things I wish other people knew about me as an introvert.
Why Routines Are So Important for INFPs (Even Though We Hate Them)
byAfter lots of pondering, countless therapy sessions, and an existential breakdown (or two), I figured out the key reasons INFPs absolutely need routines.
3 Ways to Make Elementary School Classrooms Better for Introverts
byIn the elementary school classroom, the extroverted child thrives while the introverted child fades into the background. But it doesn’t have to be this way.
The Worst Life Questions You Could Ask an Introvert
byUnfortunately for introverts, society has normalized these questions, but that doesn’t make them any less uncomfortable.
What Secretly Makes Each Introverted Myers-Briggs Personality Type ‘Dangerous’
byEveryone has something they’re so crazy good at that it makes them “dangerous.” Here’s what it is for each introverted Myers-Briggs personality type.
10 Things You Should Know About Being in a Relationship with an INFP
byLove is the life-blood of the INFP personality type. As lovers of love, finding a compatible partner willing to investigate our complex nature can be hard.
Top 10 Reasons Why INFJs Are Walking Paradoxes
byAs introverts who want to help people, and feelers who love logic, INFJs can seem confusing, even to themselves. Here are their top 10 contradictory traits.
The Sensitive Introvert’s Guide to Saying No
byIf you’re an introvert or highly sensitive person with a rainforest mind, it’s time you start saying no to things that drain your energy. Here’s how.
My Introverted Brain Takes Longer to Process Things, and That’s Okay
byYou know that introvert in class who only makes a comment every now and then, but when she speaks, the rest of the room falls into a thoughtful silence?
The Strengths (and Challenges) of the INFJ Parent
byLet’s take a look at some of the strengths — and challenges — of the INFJ parent, based on the four components of this rare Myers-Briggs personality type.
Confessions of an Accidental Extrovert
byHello, you, I said to my real, calmer self. I felt giddy when I snuck out of parties or missed them altogether. The silence in me grew.
When You’re Sensitive to Smells, You Really Do Get ‘Smangry’
byA non-HSP wouldn’t even notice these smells, and here I am, barraged by the stink. I start to feel overwhelmed, and ultimately, irritable and on-edge.
Why INTJs Are Actually Perfect for the Arts and Humanities
byThough our apparently cold and rational nature might lead some to believe that we aren’t suited for the arts, INTJs can be skilled writers and artists.
Why Entrepreneurship Might Be the Best Career Path for Introverts
byIntroverts need to be in charge of their own schedule, environment, time, and energy in order to really show up in their strengths and shine in their work.
47 Things I Wish Other People Knew About Me as an INFJ
byIf 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.
8 Unexpected Traits of the INFP Personality
byINFPs are seen as these daydreaming, fairy-like creatures who doodle away in their notebooks and sip nectar from bluebells. But that’s far from the truth.
5 Strategies for HSPs and Empaths to Heal Emotional Triggers
byTo heal your emotional triggers, you must begin to compassionately examine and shift any beliefs that you’ve carried around from your family or society.
5 Relatable Fiction Books Perfect for Introverted Girls
byIf you’re on the lookout for the perfect full-length fiction book for your introverted kid, I highly recommend the following five titles.