The Reason Introverts Might ‘Think Too Much’
Because of reactions like the one from my extroverted friend, I often don’t let on just how much I’m overthinking things.
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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.
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.
This Is the Scientific Explanation for Why Introverts Like Being Alone
Recent research shows that extroverts get worn out by socializing, too. Nevertheless, there are some real differences between introverts and extroverts.
Are You a Stickler for Grammar? You Might Be an Introvert
There’s a weird connection between introversion and grammar.
Are You Born an Introvert, or Do You Become One?
To answer this question I turned to Dr. Marti Olsen Laney’s book “The Hidden Gifts of the Introverted Child.”
Science Says Alone Time Is Actually Good For You
Research suggests that simply being around another person sucks up a certain amount of the brain’s attention, making some tasks harder.
12 Ways Spending Time Alone Makes Your Life Better
It turns out downtime isn’t a waste of time—it’s actually really good for your mental health, your productivity, and even your relationships.
Have social anxiety? Try eating more fermented foods. Seriously.
‘You are what you eat’ might actually be true.
The Science Behind Why It Can Be Hard for Introverts to Put Their Thoughts Into Words
A coworker asks me a question, but my mind is momentarily paralyzed. I’m experiencing a common introvert problem: I can’t put my thoughts into words.