THERE’S nothing like a party where you don’t know anyone to determine which personality category you fall into – introvert or extrovert. Stick to the sidelines nursing a drink, and you’re definitely ...

The classic labels of introvert and extrovert have long been used to explain why some people thrive off of social interaction and why some people prefer solitude. While neither one is “better” than ...

With summer in full swing, your extroverted best friend is psyched to socialise the night away at your mutual friend’s barbecue. You, on the other hand, are staring at the clock. Meanwhile, your ...

There are two archetypes; the introspective, bookish introvert who is drained by crowds, and the outgoing, thrillseeking ...

There’s a word for that too. While the idea of falling into one of these categories may sound like some pop psychology fad, understanding what recharges us and what uses our emotional energy is ...

Whether you’re an introvert or an extrovert doesn’t say much about how outgoing you are – that’s a common misconception. “It’s definitely not about the shy versus confident idea,” explains Kyla ...

Introverts and extroverts have their differences, but there are some things the former could learn from the latter. We've all felt that pang of envy watching the extrovert in our life effortlessly ...

“If you grew up in a household where you were encouraged to have a voice, you may learn extrovert behaviour over time. Studies also tell us that 40 to 60 per cent of personality traits are inherited, ...

There’s this incredibly powerful idea in popular psychology that personality lies along a spectrum of chattiness: extroverts on one side, all drawing their energy from socializing, and then, on the ...

It’s Monday again and while you might not want to be at your desk, you have five more days of this. Making an effort with your workspace can feel like an unnecessary chore – if turning up wasn’t ...