Quiet Students Are Just as Capable as Loud Ones
byQuiet students are not slow communicators, shallow thinkers, or uninterested learners, so stop treating them that way.
Parenting
Top Stories About Introverted Parents & Raising Introverted Children
Raising a child is never easy. But for introvert parents — or the parents of an introverted child — there are often challenges that others can’t relate to. Below, you can browse all of our parenting stories, or check out some of our favorites about tips for introverted parents, getting your needs met as an introverted mom, and some of the hurdles you may expect for introverted students in the classroom.
8 Things the Introverted New Mom in Your Life Needs From You
byFor an introverted mom, the “rules” for welcoming a new member into the family may be different than what others expect.
How to Not Hate School PTA Meetings When You’re an Introvert
byGoing to parent-teacher association meetings and volunteering at your kid’s school can seem like torture for an introvert.
4 Important Lessons I’ve Learned From My Extroverted Son
byI’ve always felt off-balance in the company of extroverts. Group situations are particularly trying. But my young extroverted son shows me a different way.
When the Scariest Part of Parenthood Is Socializing With Other Parents
byAs an introvert, the scariest part of parenthood for me is socializing with other parents. But I’m figuring out ways to manage my discomfort.
Why Class Participation Grades Unfairly Punish Introverts
byIntroverts may be capable of deeper insight than many of the extroverts who dominate the discussion — but they often struggle with class participation.
What Are Introverts Like as Children? 7 Characteristics
byWhat are introverts like as kids? No two introverts are exactly alike, but introverted children tend to share these seven characteristics.
Why I’m Teaching My Introverted Children to Take Up Space
byI never want my introverted daughters to question their right to speak up for themselves or say what’s on their minds.
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 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.