What It’s Like Being an Introvert With Social Anxiety
by“People think I’m overreacting.”
Self-Development
Personal Development for Introverts
Your introversion is a healthy part of who you are. But we all have things we’d like to change about ourselves, even introverts. Browse all of our self-development articles below, or check out some of our most popular posts about dealing with anxiety and how to manage an introvert hangover.
6 Reasons Writing Fiction Is the Perfect Hobby for Introverts
byFor those of us who enjoy spending time by ourselves, writing is a great way to unwind.
How to Stop Feeling So Uncomfortable Out of Your Comfort Zone
byThose moments in my comfort zone are what make the more challenging ones possible.
How to Be an Activist When You’re an Introvert
byMarches and protests can be loud, crowded, and overwhelming. Can you still attend them if you’re an introvert?
Telephonophobia Is the Intense Fear of Talking on the Phone, and It’s Real
byHaving to make or receive calls is really scary for me.
I Was Genuinely Afraid to Leave My House
bySometimes introverts joke about being afraid to leave their house. For me, that fear is no joke, because I have agoraphobia.
How to Get Your Creativity Back When It Feels Like You’ve Lost It
byCreativity can feel like a wonderful — albeit flakey — friend who even an introvert would love to hang out with all day.
7 Reasons Introverts Should Try Solo Travel at Least Once
byYou might think solo travel in unfamiliar, high-stimulus environments would be an introvert’s nightmare, but it’s one of the most freeing things I’ve done.
4 Books Every Bold Introvert Should Read to Kick Off the New Decade
byThese four books will speak to bold introverts — the quiet ones who have something big to say, the dreamers and the doers.
3 Tips for Introverts to Make Receiving Gifts Less Awkward
byFor introverts, opening a gift can be awkward, even if we love it and the person who gave it to us. Here’s what I’ve learned about making it easier.