The holidays are upon us again, and that means socializing and awkward conversations. The holidays can be a very stressful time for introverts, but they don’t have to be. Here are two tips to help you start conversations with complete strangers, as this will even work with extroverts. Be observant: the noise, light, and flood …
The holidays are almost here again and they are almost guaranteed to have something many of us dread; the toxic family member. Here are two tips to get through holiday gatherings this year with that one person you dread being around: 1. The Tag Team. You are probably not the only person who dreads those …
Why are relationships so easy when they first start, and seem to get more difficult over time? The sad truth is that we pay more attention to our partners in the beginning of the relationship. Over time, however, we become more self-oriented. Here are three tips to have a happier relationship over time. What Can …
Introverts that have recently found themselves single have special concerns. Normally we like being alone with our thoughts for stretches of time, but that can get old even for us at times, can’t it? And, since introverts generally have fewer friends with deeper relationships, there is a chance that your friends were also your …
Are you with “the one?” Does your partner make your heart skip a beat, and you can’t imagine a second apart. . . but you still need alone time? Everyone needs some alone time, but this is especially important for introverts. Spending time with others, even the love of your life, can drain the batteries …
Relationships can be very complicated. In fact, they usually are. And, being happy in a relationship does not mean it is a healthy relationship. This is difficult because the two people will generally be in denial about several aspects of the relationship. If you are wondering if you are in a truly happy, long lasting …
Large meeting are a great way to get noticed, in both good and bad ways. There may be the easy going extrovert, happily pumping hands and making connections. The extrovert will be leaning forward in his chair, ready for an exchange of ideas to take place. Then there may be the introvert, backed against a …
America is an extroverted country, and it is expected to attend parties. Parties are not the best way introverts can think of to spend their time, but social pressure can get the best of us at times. So, introverts will agree to go to a party, or even schedule a party at their house, then …
Personal Space: Everyone needs personal space, but some people need more than others. For instance, introverts generally need more personal space than extroverts. If you are talking to someone, and they keep backing away; they may be interested in what you have to say but would prefer a bit of distance between you. Give them …
Have you found that one person that you want to spend the rest of your life with? Are you thinking it might be time to get married, but you are not sure if you are ready? You may be right. Marriage is a big step, and you may have spent time thinking about whether the …