The jury is in and all three experts agree that this is one of the least constructive things you can say to an introvert. Alas, introverts get told they’re too quiet all the time—and it’s not a fair ...

No matter the phrase, implying that shyness is a bad thing can be harmful for a quiet kid to hear. Illustration: HuffPost; Photos: Getty Uncomfortable situations are scary for everyone, but they’re ...

Extroverts feel energized by being around others. Going to a big party, nightclub, or popular restaurant makes you feel alive. However, these experiences drain introverts, and they cannot wait to ...

Introverts often have the reputation of being incredibly reserved and quiet. Because of that, many people think they have this mysterious aura, but what most tend to miss about them is the fact that ...

You’re confused by your kid. She doesn’t act the way you did growing up. She’s hesitant and reserved. Instead of diving in to play, she’d rather stand back and watch the other kids. She talks to you ...

KQED's Mindshift podcast visits a language arts classroom where an extroverted teacher has developed creative ways of inviting introverted students to share their thinking. When students head back to ...

Some people use socializing like a flower uses sunlight, others need peace and quiet to recharge their batteries. Today we’re ...

Uncomfortable situations are scary for everyone, but they’re especially scary for children, who don’t have much control over the situations they’re put in. Parents or caretakers who want their kid to ...