Think you’re just a walking contradiction? Welcome to the world of the introverted extrovert. It’s that confusing middle ground where you crave connection but also desperately need time alone. You ...

The classic labels of introvert and extrovert have long been used to explain why some people thrive off of social interaction and why some people prefer solitude. While neither one is “better” than ...

I’ve been told my entire life that I need to “come out of my shell.” By teachers who wanted me to participate more. By bosses who thought I should speak up in meetings. By well-meaning friends who ...

Ever feel like you’re the one always ready to leave the party while your partner is just getting started? It’s that classic ...

Whenever I rendezvous with an extroverted friend, I feel a pang of anxiety as an introvert. Will I have space to be my slow, quiet self? Will I have trouble keeping up with their chatter? Usually the ...

Introverts attract extroverts They say that opposites attract, and it looks as though that’s the case for introverts. They often attract extroverts, but how does that work? After all, one person ...

Introverts aren't always shy or quiet. These four misconceptions reveal the surprising truth about life on the quieter side.

In my book on empaths, I emphasize that they and highly sensitive people have different styles of socializing and interacting with the world. Most empaths are introverted, though some are extroverted.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to crave the company of others, but feel overwhelmed by them after twenty minutes? Or waiting for the chance to have some time alone, only to feel that ...