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 ...

The impact of the pandemic and the looming stages of re-entry has soared in the number of people who are experiencing heightened levels of social anxiety and social depression. The U.S. Census Bureau ...

While we all know individuals who are wildly outgoing, plenty of fun to be around and occasionally even obnoxious, chances are we relate less to these extroverts and more to introverts or people ...

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 ...

With summer in full swing, your extroverted best friend is psyched to socialise the night away at your mutual friend’s barbecue. You, on the other hand, are staring at the clock. Meanwhile, your ...

Most people don’t like being put in metaphorical boxes. Labels have their place, but they often oversimplify and miss nuance, especially when referring to aspects of someone’s personality. Introvert ...

Why it’s a big mistake to think introverts on your team have no ideas Brainstorm sessions should not be the only way to get the best ideas from your team, especially from introverts.

Leonard Baier is a graphic designer who lives in a small town in Germany. He’s the perfect person to meet at a party because he can always find a topic of conversation. If he goes into a bar alone, he ...

Introverts are also good at observing and noticing the finer details—more subtle things that others can miss. This can be really important, particularly for leaders. Introverts are often quite ...

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