Tips For Introverts Who Struggle To Make Friends as Adults
Let’s be honest, It’s hard to get past all the superficial B.S. and make real friends as an adult. If you’re an introvert like me, it’s even more difficult. You do all the things you’re supposed to do to make friends. You go to Meetups and networking events. You...
3 Hidden Reasons INFJs Wear Masks
How many times have you worn a mask? Try to think of an event, social gathering, or even a simple outing when you felt it was better to pretend you were someone else. One of the biggest pains of our INFJ personality is that we are often forced to wear masks. Whether...
How to Stop Being a Pushover: Tips For Introverts
If you’re an introvert who has trouble standing up for yourself, you know how it feels to be walked all over—and not in the good way, like those Thai massages that crack your back. Being a pushover fractures your soul. It makes you feel voiceless, like in a dream when...
How to Stop Worrying About What Others Think of You
A version of this article originally appeared on wellnesswithalie.com Do you find yourself constantly worrying about what other people think of you? Do you feel as though they are judging you or noticing things about you that are unattractive, awkward or embarrassing?...
The Real Reason Introverts Stay Home
"In terms of like, instant relief, canceling plans is like heroin." -John Mulaney Isn’t that quote just so true? We introverts love to get out of plans we weren’t too excited about in the first place. And it’s not just because we love being alone at home. Solitude is...
Why INFJs Are Called The Protectors
Have you ever wondered why INFJs are called protectors? Our personality cares a lot, but it’s more than that. All INFJs are fierce protectors, and we will do everything we can to safeguard those who matter to us. INFJ, the humble protector It’s a known fact that INFJs...
10 Survival Tips For Introverted Parents
As an introverted parent, you have known the joys of being alone. And you have revelled in such times. But that was before a tiny new human emerged into your life. Alone, which once stood for absolute mental (and often physical) isolation, now means 5 minutes “peace...
11 Crazy Relatable Things Introverts Do at Parties
Introverts are awesome people who need more alone time to recharge and feel at our best. We can be social, but often feel overwhelmed at parties. Seeing an introvert at a party is like seeing a deer in the city. We may look out of our element, but we’re still pretty...
For Introverts Who Feel Misunderstood
Most introverts struggle with feeling misunderstood. Others misinterpret our quietness as a sign that we’re snobby, sad, angry, or boring. They may also underestimate our intelligence. It's not your fault When you’re an introvert who thinks and feels deeply, you’re an...
How to Make Friends If You’re An Introvert
A lot of introverts don’t know how to make friends. Or, perhaps, a better way of putting it is that introverts don't know how to make REAL friends. You keep searching for the kind of friendships that feel natural, fun, and fulfilling. But something is getting in the...
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