An Introvert's Lesson in Being Misunderstood
What it’s like to be an introvert navigating workplace communication and how my personal style led to a lesson in being misunderstood and finding my strengths.
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How Introverts Can Be Heard at Work (Without Having to Shout)
You don’t need to change who you are to be valued. The quiet ones? We’ve got something to say. And the world’s finally starting to listen.
Let's Talk Social Guilt and Introvert Burnout
You’re not selfish for needing time alone. This blog unpacks the guilt introverts carry when burnout hits, and how to handle it with care.
A Quiet Voice in a Loud Story: Introvert Acceptance in an Unlikely Place
Growing up as an introvert in an extroverted familty can be tough. But sometimes, the most unexpected places can help us find acceptance.
Reading to Recharge (with a side order of introvert guilt)
Somewhere along the way, we were taught that rest is only earned once everything else is done — and that’s a lie. We need to stop feeling guilty for taking time to recharge.
Hitting My Introvert Reset Button
A gentle reminder that sometimes introverts need a full-body recharge - not just five minutes of quiet.
The Importance of Understanding Your Personality
Guest article by Luke exploring how understanding your personality through tools like personality tests can provide clarity, self-acceptance, and a new perspective on your strengths and differences.
Taking Up Space: Learning to Exist Unapologetically
I've always been conscious about taking up too much space. This hyper-awareness is a natural part of being an introvert, and it’s hard to change the things we’ve done our whole lives.
Taking Feedback to Heart. An Introvert's Dilemma.
Whether feedback is constructive, helpful, or otherwise, my brain couldn’t care less — it takes it personally, every single time. Like a direct shot to the heart.
The Introvert on the Edge of the Circle
This one’s for the introverts, the quiet souls, the ones who never feel included. You’re not alone. And you’re not the problem.
The Struggle of the Socially Awkward Mom
I honestly don’t know how other parents do it all. I'm over here trying to hold it together with dry shampoo and a luke warm coffee...
Passion Doesn’t Have to Be Loud: Introverts and Passion at Work
Don’t expect introverts to display passion like an extrovert. We’re calm. We’re quiet. And apparently, that means we don’t care?
Kicking Sensory Overload’s Butt (or at Least Trying To)
Finding ways to cope with introvert sensory overload when life feels too loud, too fast, and too much. If you’re also living with the constant hum of chaos in your ears, I see you...
I Took a Personality Test and Got Emotionally Whiplashed
The results gave me permission to stop pretending I was ever going to be the loudest voice in the room...
Four Years Later and Feeling Like a Fraud
I've been struggling with reconciling past Illesse, the identity I thought was who I would be forever, with my present reality...
5 Things Introverts Wished Their Workplace Understood
It can be hard being an introvert in the workplace.The busy and lively buzz of the office often leaves us completely drained...
The Power of Pets: An Introvert's Best Friend
As an introvert, being around people can be draining. Where as being around my cat has a very calming and tranquil effect on me...
I Promise I'm Better Than My First Impression
This is one factor of being an introvert that I struggle with the most. I just take a bit longer than most to warm up to people...
(Un)conscious Bias at Interview Stage
As an introvert, I use my hair colour to communicate who I am to the world when words fail me. Some days it's my confidence, other days I hide behind it....
Burnt Out and Barely Speaking
When I'm burnt out, I tend to zone out - I don't know if this is an introvert thing or just an Illesse thing,...
5 Things Introverts Need to Thrive in a Busy Workplace
An introvert's work survival kit: Regular comfort breaks to take time out and give your mind a break...
Full-Time Marketer; Full-Time Introvert
Working full time as an introvert... Lately I've been finding it increasingly more difficult to get through a work week...
What Does It Mean to Me to Be an Introvert?
Being an introvert means different things to different people. What does it mean to me?
An Introvert’s Perspective: The Highs and Lows of Starting a New Job
I can officially say I survived month one starting a new role as an introvert...
2am Thoughts - Trying to Sleep with a Cluttered Mind
Restless nights are something most introverts suffer with as our brains are so active and full of life...
The Art of Power Dressing
“Dress for the job you want, not the one you have.”This quote rang in my ears as I ordered my first business suit...
My Experience at Comms Camp 2018
I walked in to Comms Camp some what of a novice and walked out feeling like a Comms aficionado...
A Shifting Mindset – The Power of Positive Thinking
I am in week two of my positive thinking experiment, and although it hasn’t become a habit yet, I can already see a difference in myself...
Why It's Important to Build Relationships at Work
My mantra was very much that the office is a place to work. Keep your head down and don’t get caught up in any personalities...
So, My Work Bestie Is Leaving
At some point in our lives, we have all had a work bestie. So, what do you do when they announce they are leaving?
It’s Time to Get Rid of That Age-Old ‘New Year, New You’ Philosophy!
It’s human nature to want to be better versions of ourselves, especially when we see others’ lives through rose tinted glasses...
Am I Addicted to Social Media?
I don’t remember a time without social media honestly. It’s always been a normal part of my routine to wake up and reach straight for my phone...
Does Having Red Hair and Tattoos Affect My Ability to Do My Job?
My tattoos are neither offensive nor affect my ability to do my job, so why does it matter if they’re visible or not?...
The Day I Fell Back in Love with My Job
Today I realised that I have fallen back in love with my job. So, what changed?
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