We all need social interaction and relationships in our lives. However, many introverts find maintaining existing friendships to be quite draining. This isn’t because we don’t value our friends – it’s simply how our personalities are wired. As an introvert, I recharge my batteries by spending quality alone time rather than socializing in groups. While … Read more
We’ve all heard the stereotypes – introverts are shy, keep to themselves and don’t enjoy social interaction. But does this mean introverts don’t need friends? As an introvert yourself, you may have wondered about the importance of friendship in your own life. Let’s take a deeper look at this question. Let’s Be Clear on What … Read more
You’ve probably noticed that introverts tend to form close bonds with a select few people. When those people also happen to be introverts, certain dynamics come into play that are quite different from introvert-extrovert friendships. Let’s take a deeper look at what happens when two introverts come together as friends. Understanding Without Words One of … Read more
We’ve all heard the stereotype – introverts are seen as shy, socially awkward people who prefer solitude to interactions with others. But how true is this really? Let’s dive deeper into understanding introverts and exploring some common challenges they face in forming and sustaining friendships. Let’s First Be Clear on What Introversion is: Before addressing … Read more
Getting friends as an introvert can seem intimidating. However, with some adjustments to your approach and understanding of your personality type, you can absolutely expand your social circle. Here are some tips and strategies to help shy, reserved introverts meet new people and form meaningful connections. Understand Your Introversion Before diving into ways to be … Read more