by Michaela | Jan 14, 2014 |
In a previous post, I talked about the fact that many introverts are highly sensitive. Highly sensitive people (HSPs) tend to notice more subtleties in their environment and in themselves. They are overwhelmed by strong stimuli, such as loud noises, assaulting...
by Michaela | Jan 12, 2014 |
Introverts are known for being people of few words. We are accustomed to others telling us that we are “too quiet”. Negative feedback about our quiet nature can leave us feeling like there is something wrong with us. Because of this, we might find ourselves wishing...
by Michaela | Jan 8, 2014 |
Introverts need alone time to recharge. It rejuvenates us, fills us up, and prevents us from turning into cranky little gremlins. No one knows this better than I do. So, please, don’t take it the wrong way when I ask the question: are you recharging or hiding? I...
by Michaela | Dec 9, 2013 |
I’ve talked about most of the things that every introvert should know about jealousy. But it occurred to me the other night, that I missed one important point. While re-reading Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert, the following quote really struck me: “I’ve always...
by Michaela | Dec 4, 2013 |
I’m an introvert. I talk slowly. I work slowly. I even read slowly. I wander. I daydream. And I often spend about as much time thinking about a task as I do actually doing it. I’m not saying all of these qualities are directly linked to introversion, but from...
by Michaela | Dec 2, 2013 |
As introverts one of our greatest sources of joy is our own mind. Often, our most memorable experiences occur alone, in the quiet, without a kicky soundtrack or entourage. This is very difficult for people to accept. We are told that our shining moments should be...
