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I didn’t understand why I felt happiest alone or why I didn’t seem to fit in with my extroverted peers.

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It may take some time for introverts to open up and share their thoughts with you, but if you follow this advice, we will.

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One sign of a toxic relationship is that they undermine your self-efficacy because they lack their own.

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When I spend time alone to recharge my energy, it doesn’t mean I don’t value your company or that I’m rejecting you.

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Emotional neglect can impact a child just as much as abuse, even though it’s less visible and harder to remember.

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Trying to follow a strict minimalist approach can be overwhelming for highly sensitive introverts, so go slowly.

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“I get on pretty well with my own company,” O’Keeffe said, describing the quiet, reclusive life she preferred as an introvert.

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Flooding is the deeply uncomfortable experience of feeling mentally and emotionally overwhelmed, and it’s common for sensitive people.

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Introverts need time to process their thoughts, and this remains true even in remote work settings where communication happens online.

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Narcissists often think of themselves as victims. They use this false identity to manipulate people and gain sympathy.

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