Our environment affects us "quiet ones" far more than we may realize.| IntrovertDear.com
You don’t have to change, you just have to shine by using your introverted strengths to your advantage.| IntrovertDear.com
My brain had tricked me into believing that I was less than.| IntrovertDear.com
Introverts may be the best at hiding theirs, but that doesn't make their gift any less potent.| IntrovertDear.com
I haven't found my friendship soulmate, but that's not stopping me from being my own best friend.| IntrovertDear.com
Suddenly, I’m pulled back to reality. A stranger is practically shouting at me. “Wow, you look so sad!” he says. “Smile! It’s a beautiful day.”| IntrovertDear.com
Being an introvert in a world that generally only works smoothly if you’re an extrovert can be extremely difficult.| IntrovertDear.com
Our society wrongly thinks that confidence is all about being loud and loving the spotlight. The post Stop Telling Quiet, Introverted Kids to ‘Be More Confident’ appeared first on Introvert, Dear.| Introvert, Dear
When people think of introverts, “funny” may not immediately come to mind. The truth is, it’s a common introvert superpower. The post This Is the Most Surprising Trait Introverts Have appeared first on Introvert, Dear.| Introvert, Dear
No matter how much I may love my family, having anyone in my space for more than a day is overwhelming. The post How to Survive Hosting Houseguests as a Sensitive Introvert appeared first on Introvert, Dear.| Introvert, Dear
For introverts, it may be easier to craft beautiful sentences in their heads than to express those same thoughts aloud in the moment. The post 5 Reasons an Introvert Isn’t Talking appeared first on Introvert, Dear.| Introvert, Dear
As an introvert, I've been judged for my quiet, “standoffish” personality, which doesn't always fit the workplace culture. The post What I’ve Learned About Being a Quiet Introvert in an ‘Extroverted’ Workplace appeared first on Introvert, Dear.| Introvert, Dear
The INFJ, INTJ, INFP, and INTP are wary of jobs that feel like “selling out” or “selling their soul” for the sake of a paycheck. The post Why Intuitive Introverts Must Have Meaningful Work appeared first on Introvert, Dear.| Introvert, Dear
I think almost every introvert has felt “less than” at some point.| IntrovertDear.com
Introvert, Dear is the world's largest online community for introverts and highly sensitive people. Founded by Jenn Granneman.| Introvert, Dear
They might happen when you don’t really get to recharge.| IntrovertDear.com
The idea of public speaking used to make me sick. Now I’ve come to realize that it isn't about me. Here are my three best public speaking tips for introverts.| IntrovertDear.com
For many introverts, finding a truly satisfying career seems like an impossible quest. Here are my top nine recommendations for jobs for introverts.| IntrovertDear.com
Excuse me while I find my “do not disturb” sign.| IntrovertDear.com
Glad you like it, but I can’t take a compliment.| IntrovertDear.com
Small talk is the “empty calories” of conversation, so it's no surprise that most introverts hate it. Here's how to have a meaningful conversation instead.| IntrovertDear.com
If you're an introvert like me, sometimes words seem, well, extra hard.| IntrovertDear.com
When we get a call, we must quickly shift our focus.| IntrovertDear.com
Think of energy like an amount of money in a bank account; if you don’t manage that account wisely, you’ll end up in debt.| IntrovertDear.com
For some introverts, boundaries can feel like something that gets in the way of a relationship.| IntrovertDear.com
If you’re friends with an introvert, they may have unintentionally offended you.| IntrovertDear.com
Through my experience as a career coach working with INFJs, I have identified five key needs for this personality type.| IntrovertDear.com
A common misconception is that introverts do not have ADHD.| IntrovertDear.com
Sometimes the signs of high-functioning anxiety are not obvious.| IntrovertDear.com
Here are some of the challenges I’ve faced as an introverted parent, and what I’ve learned.| IntrovertDear.com
It’s okay to host a playdate away from your home — for introverts, it’s important to keep your private spaces private.| IntrovertDear.com
Situations that seem easy for others to navigate can be very stressful for introverts, who make up about half the population.| IntrovertDear.com
What are introverts like as kids? No two introverts are exactly alike, but introverted children tend to share these seven characteristics.| IntrovertDear.com
The old saying, “opposites attract,” cannot be any more true than when applied to my husband and me.| IntrovertDear.com
An icebreaker forces you to be the center of attention.| IntrovertDear.com
We introverts can thrive as parents.| IntrovertDear.com
It’s a near-constant effort to support my son through the ups and downs of teenage life.| IntrovertDear.com
Do you ever feel like a horrible human being for wanting to avoid what’s supposed to be “the most wonderful time of the year”?| IntrovertDear.com
Back then, no one explained to me what an introvert was.| IntrovertDear.com
You don’t have to drain your battery every day, and you don’t have to hate school, either.| IntrovertDear.com
Teaching pushes you far outside your comfort zone in a big way.| IntrovertDear.com
1. Introducing them as “quiet” or “shy”| IntrovertDear.com
It’s not that we don’t appreciate sunshine or fresh air.| IntrovertDear.com
If you're an introvert, you're probably well aware that we live in an extroverted world.| IntrovertDear.com
It's kind of like our thoughts have to walk around a bit before they’re fully understood.| IntrovertDear.com
The introvert hangover is real.| IntrovertDear.com
An extrovert and an introvert walk into a bar.| IntrovertDear.com
Just because someone is quiet doesn't mean they're being rude.| IntrovertDear.com
An "introvert" hangover is a pretty terrible thing to experience.| IntrovertDear.com
Introverts: There’s no group more notorious for their bookworm-ish ways.| IntrovertDear.com
As an introvert, I can be as fun as any other person, but in a different way. I love quiet Saturday nights at home. It's not "boring" to live a quiet life.| IntrovertDear.com
1. Unless something's on fire, don't show up at our home unannounced.| IntrovertDear.com
Finding your people is hard — period.| IntrovertDear.com
Staying quiet during a meeting doesn’t mean I don’t care or don’t want to contribute.| IntrovertDear.com
Social anxiety doesn’t always look how you expect it to.| IntrovertDear.com
As an introvert, I love spending time alone.| IntrovertDear.com
You can assert your needs and still be kind.| IntrovertDear.com
I have to admit that I get tired of being “on.”| IntrovertDear.com
Generally, you feel energized, not drained, around your partner.| IntrovertDear.com
You bring value to every conversation.| IntrovertDear.com
I've never wanted to be friends with just anybody.| IntrovertDear.com
One person’s party might be another person’s worst nightmare.| IntrovertDear.com
The key is to transform small talk into meaningful conversation.| IntrovertDear.com
If you've ever had the opportunity to live alone, you know just how glorious it can be.| IntrovertDear.com
Those quiet moments that everyone else seems to fear like the plague are often the best parts of my week.| IntrovertDear.com
I have an almost spiritual connection to my home.| IntrovertDear.com
Your heart starts racing, your ears throb, and your body tenses up — you’re getting flooded.| IntrovertDear.com
I like to make jokes about how much I hate people. As an introvert, it’s easy to do.| IntrovertDear.com
Have you always felt different? Were you the quiet one in school? Are you still quiet today?| IntrovertDear.com
1. You zone out or shut down in a loud, busy place.| IntrovertDear.com
The definition of an introvert is someone who prefers calm, minimally stimulating environments. They feel drained after socializing and enjoy solitude.| Introvert, Dear