Navigating a Return to Dating as a Single, Introverted Parent

By |2022-11-14T17:31:49-06:00November 14th, 2022|Categories: Emotions and Energy, Guest Posts, Introverts and Highly Sensitive People, Parenting, Personal Evolution, Relationships|Tags: , , , , , |

Returning to the dating world is never easy for anyone who is newly single (or newly available). As an introverted parent, you also have internal challenges and time constraints to overcome. However, you’re just as capable of building healthy relationships as others. Start entering the dating scene while giving yourself room for solitude and for mistakes, so you can find the right person to grow with.

An Introvert’s Guide to Moving in With a Romantic Partner

By |2022-08-30T16:35:12-05:00September 2nd, 2022|Categories: Guest Posts, Introverts and Highly Sensitive People, Personal Evolution, Relationships|Tags: , , , , , , , |

    Image Source: Unsplash (https://unsplash.com/photos/EdULZpOKsUE) If you are an introvert and you are also in love, then you know about the internal struggle that can rear its ugly head when the idea of moving in together becomes a reality. On the one hand, you love the person you are with, but on the other hand, [...]

Easing Anxiety and Establishing New Social Circles After a Move

By |2022-07-27T14:14:17-05:00July 29th, 2022|Categories: Anxiety and Depression, Emotions and Energy, Guest Posts, Personal Evolution|Tags: , , , , , , |

    Image Source: Unsplash Moving can be exciting and feel like a great adventure, but it can also cause a lot of stress and uncertainty. That’s especially true if you’re leaving behind strong friendships and social connections.   If you’re feeling anxious about an upcoming move or you recently moved to a new location and [...]

Nurturing Your Mental Health While Navigating Chronic Health Conditions

By |2022-06-17T11:27:40-05:00June 17th, 2022|Categories: Anxiety and Depression, Emotions and Energy, Guest Posts, Relationships|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

Image Source: Pexels Living with a chronic illness isn’t easy, but that doesn’t mean you’re consigned to a life of sadness, disappointment, and hopelessness. Whether you were born with a chronic condition or diagnosed later in life, it’s entirely possible to thrive when you have a chronic illness. Joy and optimism can help you build the [...]

How Introverted Individuals Become Their Own Best Advocate in Life, Health, and Love

By |2022-04-28T16:09:58-05:00April 29th, 2022|Categories: Anxiety and Depression, Emotions and Energy, Introverts and Highly Sensitive People, Personal Coaching, Personal Evolution, Relationships|Tags: , , , , , |

Contrary to popular opinion, life as an introvert can be pretty great. You don’t overcommit to social events, you’re naturally picky about the people you’re close to, and you don’t have to worry about spending your monthly budget on drinks or parties.   But sometimes introversion can get in the way of living your best life. [...]

Helping Your Anxious Child Adjust to School In-Person

By |2022-02-24T15:56:47-06:00February 25th, 2022|Categories: Anxiety and Depression, Emotions and Energy, Guest Posts, Introverts and Highly Sensitive People, Parenting, Personal Evolution, Relationships|Tags: , , , , , , , |

    Image Source: Unsplash Children thrive on routine, and change can cause extra anxiety. Unfortunately, the last two years have been riddled with change for all of us – including kids. If you already have an anxious child, you may have had a hard time getting them used to virtual learning at the beginning of [...]

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This is me. This is me from the day I was born. For so long I felt misunderstood and rejected, even by the people closest to me, because they could never understand my need for solitude, and I had no idea how to explain it to them. Even now that I know more about Introversion and have a more informed understanding of my hard-wired need for solitude, it’s still very difficult sometimes to help my loved ones understand this profound craving for time and space all to myself. This is one of the best… Read more
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I met Brenda and took the MBTI… I had a fairly good understanding of these types before the meeting but was impressed by the depth of knowledge that Brenda shared with me. She clearly has a passion for this work and a gift in imparting the information. There have been doors opened for me because of our talks… — Alan Hintermeister
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Because of your blog, I know that it is possible for me to have the love that I want one day and that I don’t have to be alone.  — Indepthwoman  on space2live
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Brenda has truly opened up a space for introverted types on the ‘net, and her self-revelations are always inspiring. Her voice is one I always look forward to. She is one of the writers that actually played a part in my return to writing.  — S.E. of Sunflower Solace Farms
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