I’ve been an introvert my entire life. While I wouldn’t change a thing about my introspective personality, at times it can make dating a challenge. Such challenges aren’t from a lack of mutual attraction, but often from being misunderstood, particularly by certain extroverts. Even dealing with another introvert can be equally challenging. After all, sometimes … Read more
I love meeting people. Getting to know someone new is a great way to make friends, exchange ideas, and broaden your horizons, but not all people share this idea. Sadly, I recently met my match when I tried to draw the new girl at the salon into a discussion on “life and everything else.” It … Read more
Introverts unite! Well, not actually in person – that would be way too exhausting. But we can unite virtually through these absolutely hilarious introvert memes! As an introvert myself, I spend an embarrassing amount of time perusing the internet for funny pictures and jokes that perfectly sum up my solo, homebody lifestyle. But among all … Read more
Can two introverts date successfully? Opposites attract and cling together, while two of the same kind repel. That’s a scientifically proven fact if we’re talking about magnets. Is that to say the same principle applies to dating and romance between two introverts? What’s an Introvert anyway? Swiss psychologist, Carl Gustav Jung, was the first person to use … Read more
Do you identify yourself as an introvert? The answer is probably yes—after all, you wouldn’t be landing on this page if you don’t. You likely wouldn’t be looking for introvert quotes if you are an extrovert! But if you are not an introvert and you are simply looking for some explanation about why introverts prefer … Read more
As a child, I was always creative and could draw for as long as I remember. If I did not have my face in a book or was filling up my sketch pad, I could be found writing creative stories. In other words, art, reading, and writing have always been my main hobbies and allow … Read more
Ever wonder to yourself, “Why do I like being alone so much?” When social and mainstream media show happy people… they’re usually with other people, not alone. Although I’m content by myself, there are times when I don’t want to be alone. This ambivalence and the contrast between my life and media images sent me searching for answers, which … Read more
In a world that embraces individuality yet inclusiveness, we are often encouraged to accept everyone just as they are. However, when it comes to being an introvert, I believe they make others uncomfortable. As a result, extroverts attempt to change them into a different version of themselves. It is a version that champions a mindset of … Read more
I’m an empathic ambivert. Because I am an empathic ambivert, I can function well in groups or on my own. I am also sensitive to what people feel, and I have a rather uncontrollable ability to see what people feel and “wear their shoes” without wanting to. Yes, there are times I really wish I … Read more
Congratulations! You’ve done something remarkable – you’ve managed to get an introvert to enter a relationship with you. Let’s face it, most introverts aren’t eager to jump feet-first into relationships. It’s not their natural habitat, unless they have connected with another introvert, who manages to tick their relationship boxes. But, as it inevitably happens, you’ve … Read more