Introverts often assume what's inside is visible on the outside. We don't have to invent or fake the emotion; we just need to allow it to be seen!

When an introvert is quiet, don't assume he is depressed, snobbish or socially deficient.

Introvert conversations are like jazz. Each player gets to solo for a nice stretch before the other player comes in and does his solo.

This is why it is sometimes hard for introverts to find words: we really hate to compromise, and words are always a compromise.

A shy kid might look longingly at other kids playing in the schoolyard, afraid and unsure about how to approach them, but an introvert is perfectly content on her own.

Extroverts are more attuned to social rewards, so they are more likely to flash a smile for effect. A notable exception are introverts - like me - whom I call "socially accessible" introverts. We have been trained well to smile and nod, which can place a burden on our processing efforts.

As an introvert, you can be your own best friend or your worst enemy. The good news is we generally like our own company, a quality that extroverts often envy. We find comfort in solitude and know how to soothe ourselves.