Disagreements are never enjoyable, and at times you and/or the other person can get emotional as a result. But it’s good to back up and ask yourself: is this disrespect or merely a disagreement? Here
When speaking to introverts, you may hear them use some common phrases. Here are four of those phrases or answers and the meaning behind them:
Sometimes we avoid apologies because we’re bringing up ‘the subject’ or ‘the incident’ that caused problems in the first place, and it’s just easier to move on rather than rehash it. Or at times we
Many people use the words transparency and vulnerability interchangeably, and I’ve been guilty of this, also. Both are good but they are different. Both go a step beyond honesty, but vulnerability goes a even step
Unlike extroverts who are outgoing and gain energy externally, introverts are reserved, quiet and introspective. They gain energy from within themselves. You probably have a good idea of whether you are an introvert versus and
We hear a lot about empathy these days. Surprisingly, the word ‘empathy’ wasn’t introduced until 1909 into the English language. Many people confuse it with sympathy, however there is a big difference. Sympathy is when
The holidays can be stressful for introverts as there are so many people and expectations that can make them uncomfortable or exhausted. Here are some ways that introverts can experience success during this season:
Eye contact can be tricky. Too much, and you can appear intense or intimidating. Too little, and you can appear lacking in confidence or shifty. In western cultures, eye contact is a sign of confidence.
Some people hesitate being assertive because they fear they will come across as aggressive. Others may think they are being assertive, yet they are being aggressive. Someone who is passive respects the other person but
There is one thing that introverts have in common. They hate small talk. Small talk has its merits and is a necessity in starting conversations with people; however, here are five reasons why introverts don’t
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