“Sensitive fake extrovert.” That’s how Jade Lenier classifies herself. As a performer and public speaker, you’d take her for an extrovert, but in truth, says Lenier, “my extroverted outsides don’t ...
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 ...
It took me years to figure out the right answer to that question. For most of my life, I considered myself an extrovert. People told me I was a good communicator, I enjoyed spending time with others, ...
A stereotypical extrovert is loud, sociable, and the life of the party. In reality, extroversion is nothing to do with confidence. Rather, it's about seeking out pressure because you need it to ...
Most people aren't strictly introverted or extroverted, but fall somewhere in between. Introverts tend to feel drained after a lot of socializing, while extroverts tend to feel energized. There's ...
For many introverts, attending a work happy hour and making small talk can be draining. A study finds that's actually the perfect opportunity to practice acting like an extrovert. That's because, when ...
Opposites attract...but when you're spending this much time together with totally different personality types, it's going to take work to keep the peace The old saying “opposites attract” sounds great ...
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Last week we talked about some of the challenges and issues involved in raising an introverted child in an extroverted world. But what if the opposite is true? What if you’re an introvert who somehow ...
Being gay and an extrovert seems to go hand-in-hand. Many of us have an innate ability to connect with others that makes being outgoing look effortless, but the truth is, sometimes we need a break ...