“It would be wise to be concerned about the introvert who is deprived of solitude. Is she neglecting herself due to depression? Is she falling victim to guilt and self-reproach? Does she feel cut off from pleasure? Does she feel… — Laurie Helgoe Copy Share Image
If you ask an introvert a question, wait until she thinks about it. Introverts think before speaking, not through speaking. If you want to… — Laurie Helgoe Copy Share Image
“We have an assumption here in America that the kind thing to do is to be “friendly,” which means being extroverted, even intrusive. The… — Laurie Helgoe Copy Share Image
There's a lot to love about America - freedom, the melting pot of diversity, individualism - all attractive concepts, especially to an introvert. In… — Laurie Helgoe Copy Share Image
“Because extroversion lines up so well with American values, we introverts often deprive ourselves of what we most enjoy and thrive on. So, for… — Laurie Helgoe Copy Share Image
I loved the study of psychology. I didn't love seeing patient after patient. I was perpetually overstimulated, busy decoding everything I took in. — Laurie Helgoe Copy Share Image
Introverts tend to internalize problems. In other words, we place the source of problems within and blame ourselves. Though introverts may also externalize and… — Laurie Helgoe Copy Share Image
As an introvert, you can be your own best friend or your worst enemy. The good news is we generally like our own company,… — Laurie Helgoe Copy Share Image
One of the best places for a shy person to meet people is in a coffee shop. If you are a reader, bring a… — Laurie Helgoe Copy Share Image
Whatever kind of introvert you are, some people will find you 'too much' in some ways and 'not enough' in others. — Laurie Helgoe Copy Share Image
“...efforts to make work fun only annoy most of us, especially the introvert.” — Laurie Helgoe Copy Share Image
