The Social Introvert on Houseguests
By Lindsay Hood
People’s differences are totally ok. But sometimes you have to talk about them.
People’s differences are totally ok. But sometimes you have to talk about them.
Balance is critical.
Maybe I’m a little stubborn, but the more they push me to go at their pace, the more I pull back.
But “a wedding” is a generic term for an event that you can meld to your own needs, desires, and preferences; it needn’t be a full-out veil-and-flower-girl event with dinner, speeches, and a band playing hits of the 1980s.
Introverts are great listeners; we’re good at drawing people out; and we’re often a lot more comfortable listening than talking.
Just because you want to join the party does not mean you are required to stay until the last drunk passes out.
When a teensy white lie is okay.
Do you know when it’s your turn to exhale?
Sure, it’s good to open up. But use this ability with caution.
How and why to pull off an “occasional extrovert” without destroying yourself.