When discussing advantages and disadvantages of well-known personality traits, such as extroversion-introversion, we need to ...
Introverts can sustain attention without constant input. Silence fuels concentration rather than draining it. This allows complex thinking. Depth replaces distraction.
I'm a mom of two girls ages 4 and 1. My oldest is an introvert, while my youngest is an extrovert. I can relate to both and give them space to be who they are. "I want to go home!" my 4-year-old ...
In our society, being extroverted often gets more praise and positive feedback than having introverted, quiet habits. We’ve been socialized to appreciate loud confidence, leaving many introverted ...
Identifying as an introvert is the first step. Here’s what you can do after you know the limits of your social battery.
Introversion and extroversion are on "opposite ends of a continuum" and not a binary, says William Chopik, a social-personality psychologist at Michigan State University. "People mostly fall somewhere ...
Extroversion exists on a continuum, and very high levels can create challenges. At extreme levels, extroversion may lead to ...
Extroverts are often seen as happier, more successful, and socially gifted. But the same traits society rewards also come with real downsides.
Usually the hang is glorious. But sometimes, the energy is off. I've never confronted my extroverted friends about this. So it was validating to hear from Jennifer Kahnweiler, author of The ...