After growing up convinced he was somehow flawed, Peter Vogt realized he was simply an introvert in an extroverts' world. Now he teaches others how to embrace the power of their deep-thinking brains.

Recognizing these "annoyances" isn't about being antisocial; it’s about acknowledging your biological need for quiet and ...

When fellow Psychology Today introvert blogger Sophia Dembling and I recently chatted by phone, we discovered that we both like communicating in sound bites—an efficient use of our introverts' energy.

Introverts are incredibly successful in how they communicate, says psychology expert Stefan Falk, who has spent 30 years ...

Social introverts, thinking introverts, anxious introverts and restrained introverts all have positive qualities.

Did you hear that slamming sound? That was me, hitting a wall. A creative wall. I didn’t just stub my toe on writer’s block. Or knock my knees against a little stone wall. No, this wall is eight feet ...

After a long week at work, some people get their energy back by going out with friends, while others put their phone on ...

Extroverts are often seen as happier, more successful, and socially gifted. But the same traits society rewards also come with real downsides.

If you're an extrovert, a night out with friends probably sounds like exactly what the doctor ordered. If you're an introvert, it likely sounds like a sheer, unmitigated nightmare. So what are you ...

Understanding my personality enabled me to see introversion as a gift rather than a liability. Like many young adults in the church, in my twenties I got involved in youth ministry. It seemed a ...

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Experts break down the different types and levels of introversion and how to use them to your advantage. Rebecca Smith via Getty Images Ah, yes, that moment when you finally get home and can just ...