Think you’re just a walking contradiction? Welcome to the world of the introverted extrovert. It’s that confusing middle ground where you crave connection but also desperately need time alone. You ...
It took me years to figure out the right answer to that question. For most of my life, I considered myself an extrovert. People told me I was a good communicator, I enjoyed spending time with others, ...
Most people don’t like being put in metaphorical boxes. Labels have their place, but they often oversimplify and miss nuance, especially when referring to aspects of someone’s personality. Introvert ...
Most people aren't strictly introverted or extroverted, but fall somewhere in between. Introverts tend to feel drained after a lot of socializing, while extroverts tend to feel energized. There's ...
The classic labels of introvert and extrovert have long been used to explain why some people thrive off of social interaction and why some people prefer solitude. While neither one is “better” than ...
Over the years, when people have asked if I’m an introvert or an extrovert, I haven’t known what to say because I don’t identify fully with either personality type. It turns out I’m hardly alone. It’s ...
Where do you fall between introvert versus extrovert? Learn about a test for that here, and the four factors that help determine the results. If you’ve ever told someone that you prefer going out to ...
If you're a fan of movies, you probably admire a lot of extroverts. Many extroverted personalities are attracted to show business, but extroverts are also often drawn to many other careers. But being ...
The MBTI test helped spread the terms ‘introversion’ and ‘extroversion’ to a wider audience, but it’s widely seen as pseudoscientific.Photograph: H Armstrong Roberts/ClassicStock/Getty Images About 10 ...
Often I am surprised to hear how many public speakers and other people who have to present to large groups consider themselves to be introverts. I am also an introvert, so I thought I would share a ...
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