Words have a surprising amount of power. Some phrases can make us feel comfortable and understood, while others make us feel anxious or like we need to escape. Specific trigger phrases immediately create a sense of discomfort, and I’ve noticed this is Read more…
We’ve all been stuck in a conversation that is dragging on forever. Maybe the person won’t stop talking about a topic you couldn’t care less about, or perhaps their delivery is so dry that you feel yourself mentally checking out. Read more…
We’ve all been there. You’re at a party, a networking event, or even just catching up with a friend, and suddenly, you realize the conversation has become a one-sided monologue—all about you—your latest project, your unforgettable vacation, your hilarious anecdote Read more…
Let’s face it: conversations can be a battlefield. For some, they’re a natural jousting match, witty repartee flowing effortlessly. For others (myself very much included), conversations can feel like navigating a minefield – one wrong step, and you’re met with Read more…
For as long as I can remember, I’ve thrived in the quiet corners of the world. While others craved the constant buzz of social interaction, I found solace in the company of a good book or the thrill of exploring Read more…
For most of my life, I lived on the fringes of social gatherings. Bookish and content in my company, I was happy to let others take center stage. Parties were endurance tests; conversations felt like tightropes and public speaking—forget about Read more…
For years, I felt like a malfunctioning extrovert. Parties drained me, small talk felt like a chore, and I craved solitude after even the most enjoyable social interaction. It wasn’t until I stumbled upon the concept of introversion that everything Read more…
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