Introvert – When your family makes you mental

Introvert – When your family makes you mental

Have you ever had an extroverted family member who really didn’t get your introversion? This might have made family events uncomfortable, the holidays pure torture. Maybe you’ve thought that life would be less complicated if you were born into a family of...
Why Alone Doesn’t Have To Mean Lonely

Why Alone Doesn’t Have To Mean Lonely

  The cultural ideal of extroversion, according to The Guardian, is evident in Western society. This includes every setting from school, where students are “repeatedly encouraged to join group activities, even if they would prefer not to,” to later...
Should Introverts Stay Quiet?

Should Introverts Stay Quiet?

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...
Why 2014 is The Year for Quiet Reflection

Why 2014 is The Year for Quiet Reflection

The importance of quiet reflection is undeniable. Embracing this practice is beneficial for everyone.  It provides greater understanding of ourselves and the world we live in, nourishment for our soul, and peace. For introverts, it offers a lifeline in an exhaustingly...
Embracing Your Introvert Edge

Embracing Your Introvert Edge

In his new book, The Everything Guide to the Introvert Edge, Arnie Kozak, Ph.D., offers a  treasure trove of valuable information about all things introvert.  He covers topics ranging from the science behind introversion, to introvert relationships to insights on...