Building an Introvert Online Community

Building an Introvert Online Community

At the beginning of September, I set out to write one blog post per day for the entire month.  With this final post, I have succeeded (woohoo!).  As a result of my little challenge, Introvert Spring’s visitors more than tripled over the past 30 days.  What started out...
How Introverts Can Change The World

How Introverts Can Change The World

As introverts, we have the power to change the world in our own quiet way. I always thought that in order to have an impact you had to do something grand.  I figured that you had to build elephant sanctuaries, heal the sick, feed starving children, or otherwise save...
Ten Life Lessons Every Introvert Should Learn

Ten Life Lessons Every Introvert Should Learn

Like many of you, I have learned a lot of valuable life lessons over the years.  Several of these lessons are closely related to introversion.  Here are the top ten truths I’ve discovered: 1. Happiness is not achieved in more.  More money, more stuff and more...
Introverts in the Church

Introverts in the Church

Being an introvert in the Church raises an interesting dilemma for many of us strong silent types.  On the one hand, churches give us a sense of belonging.  On the other, they seem to amplify the extrovert ideal that dominates Western culture. I have not yet read the...

The Hidden Talents of Introverts

Many introverts keep their talents hidden until they are ready to be shared with the world.  Laurie Helgoe describes this tendency well: “Introverts keep their best stuff inside—that is, until it is ready. And this drives extroverts crazy! The explanation for the...