4 Counterintuitive Ways to Befriend an Introvert
byThe #1 way to befriend an introvert? Never call them.
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Top Stories About Introvert Friendships
Introverts aren’t always loners. In fact, for many introverts, our friends are one of the most important parts of our lives. But that doesn’t always mean it comes easy. Browse all of our friendship articles below, or check out some of our favorite pieces about the rules for being friends with an introvert, why introverts want friends too, and why introverts need to be especially careful about toxic people.
5 Things Your Introverted Friend Doesn’t Want You to Say to Them
by“Why don’t you talk more?” is high up on the list of things not to say to your introverted friend.
Why Socially Awkward Introverts Make the Best Friends
bySocially awkward people have what science calls “spotlighted focus,” which means we have a rich inner life and are often lost in our own thoughts.
Why This Introvert Is Thankful for Extroverts
byAlthough extroverts can be exhausting for introverts, when the right extroverts find the right introverts, it’s magic.
Why a ‘Best Friend Group’ Works for Me as an Introvert
byIntroverts don’t always avoid groups, especially when that group is a bunch of close friends they feel comfortable with.
Why I Like Introverts More Than Extroverts (From an Extrovert)
byIntroverts skip to the topics that really matter. With them, there is no having to drone on about the weather.
Why an Introvert May Be the Best Friend You Will Ever Have
byIntroverted friends are the best friends. You can count on them, they “get” you, and they’ll brew a pot of your favorite tea when you’re sad.
How to Get an Introvert Out of the House (Maybe)
byThese five things will make it more comfortable for introverts to (occasionally) go out and socialize.
5 Qualities Introverts Want in a Friend
byIntroverts need people around them who understand their vibe, which is why they look for quality in friends, not quantity.
How to Find and Maintain Friendships as an Introverted Adult
byFinding and maintaining friendships is challenging. But it helps that, for introverts, friendships are about quality over quantity.