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5 ways highly sensitive introverts can be more assertive
Find my original article at Introvert, Dear. It’s not uncommon for highly sensitive people (HSPs) to struggle with being assertive, as in, standing up for one’s rights and values in a constructive and calm way. Due to their quiet demeanor, people may talk over them and disregard their feelings and viewpoints. Because HSPs can be…
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Finding my creative muse as an INFP
Creative expression is the lifeblood of an INFP. They need it in order to convey their innermost feelings and values, and to also grow as an individual. As an INFP, I can’t imagine what a world is like without creative expression. I think it’s what makes us human—and not robots. Can robots be creative? That’s…
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4 sure-fire ways to brighten your mood
Read my original article at Hearty Thought. Sometimes I find myself feeling dragged by my mundane reality and obstacles of daily life. My life is not nearly as glamorous as the Instagram photos that occupy my social news feed. In spite of that, there are still simple ways to brighten my mood. I have composed…
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How I stopped comparing myself to others
I’ve been inspired to blog thanks to this article, which I’ve written over a year ago. After being published by the Elephant Journal for the first time, I’ve realized that I have a knack for writing. And today, I’m happy to say that I’ve found my career as a content writer. You can view the…
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INFP or INFJ? 7 ways to tell them apart
Find my original article at Introvert, Dear. On the surface, INFPs and INFJs are very similar. They’re both described as idealistic, moralistic, misunderstood, and empathic, among other things. Because of these shared descriptions, it’s not uncommon for people to mistype as one or the other. I, for one, thought I was an INFJ when I’m actually…
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Why self-esteem actually makes us miserable
You can find the original Elephant Journal article here. There’s a cruel voice inside my head that taunts me every so often. It tells me that I’m just not good enough and that a part of me is lacking: I could be more accomplished, I could be more outgoing and confident. In the past, I’ve…
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8 everyday struggles only people who’ve been described as ‘empaths’ can relate to
Find the original article at Thought Catalog. Empaths are highly sensitive individuals who have an innate ability to intuitively feel and perceive other people’s energies and emotions. They can peel away the public façade that people display and reveal their innermost feelings, which gives empaths a strong capacity to heal emotional wounds. However, often times, they…
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Dear INFPs: Trust your feelings
Recently I’ve gotten myself out of a mess where I was being emotionally manipulated by a narcissistic sociopath. How did I let this happen in the first place? Well, I stopped listening to my Introverted Feeling (Fi) function, my authenticity driver; instead, I allowed my imagination get too carried away – trying to see the…
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My INFP confession: I sold a part of my soul in order to be happy
As an INFP, my motto in life is “be yourself.” This, for me, means being authentic and living according to my values. Every decision that I make is a reflection of who I am and what I believe in. As well, I despise conformity: it entails giving up on my personhood—what makes me unique—in order…
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INFP and depression
I don’t know if being an INFP has something to do with it, or if it’s just me, but I find that I do enter a depression every few years or so. I’ve come to accept this as a normal part of my life (in a good way). If you’re depressed, tell yourself it’s okay.…
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