You enjoy parties with friends while also needing quiet moments to recharge: this apparent contradiction actually corresponds ...

The American Psychological Association’s Dictionary of Psychology defines introversion as a “broad personality trait” and an “orientation toward the internal private world of one’s self and one’s ...

The American Psychiatric Association (APA) is considering including introversion as a determining factor for diagnosing mental disorders in its Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental ...

In a world that often celebrates extroversion—where being loud, visible, and “always on” can seem like the only path to success—introverts may wonder how they can stand out without feeling drained or ...

Where do you get your energy? I sat across from a new coaching client, Jessica, waiting patiently for her reply. She gazed back, puzzled, as if I had asked her what it felt like to walk across a ...

I recently read and loved The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks, a psychologist who introduces the concept of different "zones" in life and work. These zones describe varying levels of competency and ...

Few things in life satisfy me as much as canceling social plans. As a reporter who regularly covers friendship, I am well-versed in the benefits of platonic connection. I know, for instance, that ...

In a world full of noise, introverted doctors can offer calm and focus. Here’s how they harness their gifts to connect with ...

Introverts and extroverts have it easy: they know what they want. Extroverts need to be the center of attention and introverts want to run 1,000 miles in the opposite direction of the spotlight. But ...

Author Sarah Prince of The Elvish Trilogy has long described herself as a homebody. After all, she chose a career as a writer — not merely because she loves to write, but also because she feels ...

Everybody can’t wait to return to normal. Except for half the population dreading the return to normal. During a sad, tragic year, it was introverts who found a silver lining. There was more time ...