The Introvert's Guide to...

The Introvert's Guide to...Catching up

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 09:09:00 -0000

Phil and Jess are catching up. Its been quite a year, and in this episode they will tell you about it. Jess talks about what its like being an introvert with a second child as well as how different it was being pregnant with her second baby. Phil talks about writing, life and a few life changes.

Also, Phil and Jess have a couple of questions for you!

The Introvert's Guide to...The Last Dance

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 13:04:20 -0000

Jess and Phil have an important update.

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The Introvert's Guide to...Crossing the street to avoid even your best friends

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 08:17:39 -0000

Jess and Phil have a confession. While its widely known that they will avoid acquaintances if they pass them on the street, its time to come clean and admit that they do the same, even if they see really good friends on the street. In this episode they talk about why they do it, and why they (mostly) don't feel bad about it. And why you shouldn't either.

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The Introvert's Guide to...Hobbies

Thu, 23 May 2024 06:44:02 -0000

This podcast was inspired by a reddit post, where the OP (Original Poster) complained: I’m an introvert and I don’t have hobbies… how do I get one? In this episode, Jess and Phil talk about hobbies. Is it possible to have hobbies that don't have a social aspect? Does the fear of social hobbies keep some introverts from pursuing hobbies that they might otherwise pursue? Phil and Jess talk about hobbies they are currently pursuing, ones they started and abandoned, and more.

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Catching up with Jess and Phil

Thu, 09 May 2024 07:24:46 -0000

We've been on hiatus longer than we anticipated. As we do when we come back from a break, we catch up on what's been going on, and let you know why we were away for so long. The TLDR: a lot happened.

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The Introvert's Guide to...Dealing with Social Punishment

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 05:55:31 -0000

Do you ever feel like you’ve been singled out at a gathering, becoming the center of a conversation you never wanted to be part of? We're cracking open the less-spoken realities of being an introvert and the social punishment that often comes with it. This episode paints a vivid picture of the uncomfortable moments we introverts face, sometimes at the hands of well-meaning loved ones.

The conversation dives into the lack of empathy behind passive-aggressive questioning of introverts- a painful practice that can start from school age and continue into adulthood. We share our personal encounters with this kind of social punishment, hoping to illuminate a topic that many introverts grapple with but seldom talk about. But fear not, this dialogue isn't just about airing grievances; we're here to arm you with coping strategies too.

Navigating these social obstacles can be daunting, particularly when you're grasping for the right words in those heat-of-the-moment situations. Through shared experiences and advice, we explore the power of silence, or perhaps a well-placed stare, as effective responses. As we wrap things up, we also touch on the costs of running this podcast and how you, our trusty listeners, can help us carry on. Let's remember, our aim isn't to change who we are, but to better understand and negotiate our world as introverts.

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The Introvert's Guide to...When the Boss Says You're Too Quiet

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 05:14:21 -0000

Ever been told your introverted nature is a misfit for your workplace? Well, we've got a story for you! Join us, your introverted hosts Phil Rickaby and Jess Gorman, as we navigate the complexities of introversion in professional settings. One listener shares their experience of being told by a manager that introversion doesn't quite cut it at work. We delve into this, reassuring you that your quiet nature is not equivalent to incompetence and certainly doesn't define your professional capabilities.

As the conversation unfolds, we discuss a unique scenario - being introverted in a gym environment. Drawing inspiration from another listener's email, we affirm that introversion is not a crime, not even in a gym! We extend practical advice for handling such situations while emphasizing how different personality types can significantly impact workplace dynamics. Together, we explore the perceptions and misconceptions about introverts and extroverts, and how these play out in work relationships and productivity.

Closing the episode, we highlight that everyone embodies a blend of introverted and extroverted traits. Upholding your unique mix is vital. It's crucial to question any discouragements, stay true to your personality, and continue to excel professionally. As we wind up this enlightening journey, we express our gratitude to our listeners whose support keeps us going. Whether you identify as an introvert, extrovert, or a bit of both, this episode will make you rethink the role personality plays in the workplace.

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The Introvert's Guide to...When They Think You Are Stuck Up

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 05:12:36 -0000

In this episode, we delve into the world of introverts, exploring why they are often misunderstood as aloof or intimidating. We uncover the unique challenges introverts face in social situations, discussing the perception of them being 'know-it-alls' due to their broad vocabulary and deep thought process. We also touch upon the concept of 'canceling plans' as an introvert's love language and the guilt that often accompanies it.

Links in this episode: https://introvertdear.com/news/7-unintentionally-rude-things-introverts-do/

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The Introvert's Guide to...When it feels like extroverts make all the rules

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 05:35:14 -0000

In this episode, inspired by a reddit post, Jess and Phil talk about how it sometimes seems like extroverts make all the rules in life, and the introverts just have to deal with it.

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The Introvert's Guide to...Being a Part-Time Extrovert

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 05:29:39 -0000

In this episode, IG2 returns from its hiatus, and Jess an Phil talk about what its like having to pretend to be an extrovert, either at work or in social situations.

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The Introvert's Guide to...A Quick Update

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 05:15:31 -0000

In this short episode, Jess and Phil talk about why we missed putting out an episode last week, and why we're going to take about a month's break before getting back to publishing again.

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The Introvert's Guide to...When Your Socialization Type Changes

Thu, 11 May 2023 05:18:28 -0000

In this episode, we welcome two guests, Melanie and Adrianna, both of whom have found their socialization types changing over the course of the pandemic, starting as an ambivert and an extravert respectively. In this conversation we discuss how it felt to be forced into a new socialization pattern, and how the way they think about their socialization preferences have changed over time.

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The Introvert's Guide to...Can Introverts Be Lonely

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 06:07:37 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil ponder the question: Can introverts get lonely. They talk about times they have been lonely, what it takes for them to be lonely, how often it happens, and much more. Plus, your social media comments.

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The Introvert's Guide to...Parties (III)

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 05:07:51 -0000

On this episode, Jess and Phil revisit that topic that chills introverts to the bone: Parties. In this third episode on the topic, Jess and Phil address questions from introverts about parties and how to deal with them. Also, Jess presents suggestions for any introvert thinking of hosting their own party.

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The Introvert's Guide to...Being Busy

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 05:27:03 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil talk about dealing with being busy as introverts. Introverts tend to be sensitive, and so being too busy can be overwhelming. How do Jess and Phil keep from becoming overwhelmed by all the things they have to do? Plus, your suggestions from social media.

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The Introvert's Guide to...The Hill I Will Die On - Jess Edition

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 05:51:59 -0000

In this episode, we return to our "The Hill I Will Die On" series, and this time its Jess with the hill she will die on, which leaves Phil speechless. Listen and let us know: do you agree with Jess? Would you too choose this hill?

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The Introvert's Guide to...Uninvited Visitors

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 06:39:31 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil discuss how to deal with an uninvited visitor, whether friend or family member, and what to do (and perhaps not do) when there's an unexpected knock on the door. Also, your comments on how you have (or have not) dealt with similar situations.

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The Introvert's Guide to...Introverts in Pop Culture

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 06:43:37 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil talk about their favourite introverts in pop culture, and which ones that some people think are introverts might not be. Also, listener favourite introverts!

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The Introvert's Guide to...Defining Success

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 07:24:41 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil talk about what success looks like for introverts, and how the idea of success that some people (usually non-extroverts) talk about, might seem unattainable for an introverted personality.

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The Introvert's Guide to...Am I The Drama

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 07:52:08 -0000

In this episode, Jess plays the role of your "toxic" introvert friend as she and Phil talk about some bad habits that introverts might display that make their lives more difficult, or might cause drama in their lives.

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The Introvert's Guide To...New Years Resolutions

Thu, 05 Jan 2023 08:48:17 -0000

Around this time of year, those of us who made resolutions for the new year start to wonder if we made the right choice. Some of us may already be feeling like they failed. In this episode Jess and Phil talk about why they don't make resolutions, their past relationship with resolutions, and more.

Also in this episode, Phil mentions an alternative to resolutions: taking stock of the year that was, and deciding what you want more of in the new year. We recommend the Year Compass for this at https://yearcompass.com/

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The Introvert's Guide to...Surviving the Holidays

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 06:33:59 -0000

The holiday season can be overwhelming, with family obligations, parties and other gatherings. In this episode, Jess and Phil bring you some suggestions and tips for getting through the holiday season.

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The Introvert's Guide to...Introvert Friendly Careers

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 08:15:25 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil try to come up with introvert friendly careers; Phil plays "career coach" for Jess as they try to come up with career choices that feed the introvert rather than ones that drain them.

Links in this episode: https://www.careershifters.org/expert-advice/how-to-change-career-when-youve-no-idea-what-to-do-next

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The Introvert's Guide to...No longer resenting my introversion

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 08:58:39 -0000

In this episode Jess and Phil talk about how to keep from resenting your introversion. How to stop letting other people's assumptions about what introversion is affect how you feel about yourself, and a reminder of how important it is to say what you need in your relationships.

Links in this episode: https://getthefriendsyouwant.com/hate-being-an-introvert/

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The Introvert's Guide to..."I will die on this hill" 1

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 08:09:16 -0000

In this episode, we present Jess and Phil facing off in a semi-regular "game" we're calling "I will die on this hill" in which one of our hosts, presents the other with a controversial statement about a way they interact with the world, and the other reacts and tries to convince them otherwise. Here, Phil tells us what happens when a cafe he goes to knows his order before he gives it, and Jess reacts in horror.

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The Introvert's Guide to...Big Life Changes

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 13:22:50 -0000

In this episode Jess and Phil talk about big life changes. Jess talks about her recent big life change, as well as another big change (when she moved to a new city). Phil talks about starting a big new job. Also revealed: one of the two loves Temptation Island. Before listening, can you guess who?

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The Introvert's Guide to...Catching up with Jess and Phil

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 09:23:04 -0000

Jess and Phil are back to the podcast again after 7 months. In this episode we catch up with them and find out what they've been up to (spoiler: Jess had a baby and Phil did a show).

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The Introvert's Guide to...Introverted Actors (with Stageworthy Podcast)

Thu, 26 May 2022 05:49:07 -0000

Co-host Jess is still on maternity leave, but this week, Phil gives you a special episode from his theatre podcast, Stageworthy: a roundtable discussion with introverted actors. A lot of people think that actors are all extraverts, but as Jess and Phil have mentioned before, this just isn't true. On this episode actor and playwright, Stephen Near; actor & Singer-Songwriter Carolyn Fe; writer, composer & and performer, Kristen Zaza; playwright & performer, Genevieve Adam; writer & actor Michael Ripley, and your usual co-hosts, Jess McAuley and Phil Rickaby talk about being introverted in a profession that seems to expect extraversion.

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The Introvert's Guide to...Being Awkward

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 05:23:57 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil explore awkwardness and what to do when you experience that awkward feeling. Also, Jess will be taking some maternity time, so IG2 will be going on hiatus for a short while. We'll see you back here soon!

Links in this episode: https://socialpronow.com/blog/socially-awkward/

The Introvert's Guide to...That Friend From High School

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 06:15:11 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil answer a question from a listener, who is worried that not wanting to reconnect with a friend from high school makes them a bad person, which leads them to talk about the importance of boundaries, revisit the friend list on social media, and much more.

The Introvert's Guide to...Sensitivity and Empathy

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 06:14:53 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil talk about being (perhaps a little) overly sensitive. Phil admits to not having watched The Office, and Jess considers whether they can still be friends because of that.

Links in this episode: https://introvertdear.com/news/hsp-things-realize/

The Introvert's Guide to...Overthinking

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 06:02:47 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil talk about overthinking. They share times they have found themselves stuck in a thought loop, and how to break out of it.

Links in episode: https://medium.com/@nishtha04/being-an-introvert-and-an-overthinker-at-the-same-time-c7d5c997a992

The Introvert's Guide to...New Beginnings

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 06:05:29 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil talk about new beginnings, and how to handle them, from the first day of a new job, to impending parenthood, and try to find some helpful solutions to dealing with those first days and new beginnings.

The Introvert's Guide to...Making Friends

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 06:45:08 -0000

In this episode Jess and Phil talk about making friends as an introvert (or even just as an adult), and how difficult that can be.

Links In this Episode https://nandoodles.medium.com/the-extrovert-s-guide-to-making-friends-everywhere-you-go-4d07cbbe9dd3 https://observer.com/2015/07/an-introverts-guide-to-eating-and-drinking-out/

The Introvert's Guide to...Social Anxiety and "Antisocial"

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 06:04:37 -0000

We've all heard it before: introverts are "antisocial". But what does that mean exactly? In this episode, Jess and Phil dive into this question, and whether social anxiety is necessarily a part of being an introvert, or something else entirely. And what do people mean exactly, whey they say we are antisocial?

Links in this episode: https://www.healthline.com/health/anxiety/introvert-vs-social-anxiety#a-socially-anxious-introvert https://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/1113071/introvert-vs-antisocial/

Transcript at https://introvertsguideto.com/the-introverts-guide-to-social-anxiety-and-antisocial/

The Introvert's Guide To...Returning to Holidays

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 06:20:17 -0000

In this episode, as things begin to open up, and holiday gatherings are starting to happen, Jess and Phil talk about how to deal with the return to gatherings.

Note: This episode was recorded before the current increases in cases of the Omicron variant of the COVID-19 virus. We decided to release this episode, for those who may still find themselves at gatherings this holiday season.

The Introvert's Guide To...Disproving The Existence of Introvert and Extrovert

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 07:02:39 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil get a little heated as they respond to an article in Inc Magazine entitled T_here Are No Such Things as Introversion or Extroversion_. They have a lot of thoughts.

Links in this episode: https://www.inc.com/joshua-spodek/there-are-no-such-things-as-introversion-or-extroversion.html

The Introvert's Guide To...Procrastination

Thu, 25 Nov 2021 06:39:50 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil talk about procrastination and admit to their worst habits where putting things off is concerned. They also offer some helpful tips for combatting procrastination, including when you might want to just give in to it.

Links in this episode: https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/fulfillment-any-age/201204/the-paradox-procrastination

https://www.psychologyjunkie.com/2019/03/25/heres-how-you-procrastinate-based-on-your-myers-briggs-personality-type/#h-infps-and-isfps-can-procrastinate-about-taking-action

The Introvert's Guide To...Returns

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 06:21:00 -0000

On this episode, Jess and Phil return after their hiatus, and catch you up on a) why the hiatus was necessary - and trust us, its amazing, exciting news - and b) what they have been up to. Also in this episode: how our perceptions of what makes a "crowd" has completely changed, as well as our notebook addictions, and more!

The Introvert's Guide to...Going Back to the Office

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 05:12:41 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil discuss returning to the office after a year and a half of working from home and provide some helpful tips on how to deal with that return.

Links in this episode: https://www.truity.com/blog/back-work-survey-introverts-women-and-non-management-employees-may-dread-going-back-office

The Introvert's Guide to...Creativity (with author Meghan Rogers)

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 05:34:46 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil are joined by author Meghan Rogers to talk about creativity and the introvert.

Meghan Rogers is a writer and an introvert living in the Philadelphia area. She’s the author of the young adult spy series, The Raven Files and the blogger behind createyourownreality.co where she blogs about a handful of topics including introvert life. When she’s not writing, she is most likely to be found on her couch, having opted out of a social invite.

For more information on her books, you can visit her website, www.meghanrogersbooks.com or purchase them on Amazon.

For more information on her blog, you can visit www.createyourownreality.co.

You can buy Meghan's books as part of the Raven Files series at https://www.amazon.com/gp/bookseries/B01HP48O7O

The Introvert's Guide to...Perfectionism

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 05:08:25 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil discuss the pitfalls of being a perfectionist and suggest ways that an introverted perfectionist can loosen up and let a little imperfection in.

Links in this episode: https://personalitygrowth.com/how-much-of-a-perfectionist-each-personality-type-is/

The Introvert's Guide to...Defying Expectations

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 05:54:30 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil talk about the expectations that people have about what an introvert is capable of and defying those expectations.

Links in this episode: https://hbr.org/2021/01/can-introverts-thrive-in-extroverted-careers

The Introvert's Guide to...Zoom Fatigue

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 05:47:33 -0000

In the last 15 months, we've all found ourselves on more video meetings than ever before, and for a lot of introverts, these are more difficult to deal with than in-person meetings. In this episode, Jess and Phil talk about why these are more taxing, and what tips and tricks you can use to get through them.

Links in this episode: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/article/zoom-fatigue-may-be-with-us-for-years-heres-how-well-cope https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/article/coronavirus-zoom-fatigue-is-taxing-the-brain-here-is-why-that-happens

The Introvert's Guide To..."Introvert Guilt"

Thu, 27 May 2021 05:12:24 -0000

In response to an email from a listener, Jess and Phil talk about dealing with the guilt that sometimes comes from deciding to miss out on an event, whether work or otherwise.

Links in this episode: https://createyourownreality.co/how-to-deal-with-introvert-guilt/

The Introvert's Guide to...Dealing With "Clingy" Relationships

Thu, 13 May 2021 05:46:46 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil discuss dealing with "clingy" relationships; those friends that demand more time you can give, or the romantic relationship that anxious or upset if they can't be with you all the time.

Articles referenced in this episode: https://www.talkspace.com/blog/am-i-clingy-what-to-do/ https://www.brides.com/how-not-to-be-clingy-4176696 https://www.wikihow.com/Gently-Dump-a-Clingy-%22Friend%22

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The Introvert's Guide To...Social Media Fasting

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 05:48:04 -0000

In this episode Jess and Phil talk about social media fasting, when to go on a fast, when not to, and how to have a more healthy relationship with social media.

The Introvert's Guide To...Introvert "Turn Ons"

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 05:01:05 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil talk about things that are just wonderful for an introvert to hear. Those things that make the introvert just...melt. Things like "I have to cancel our plans" or "the party is cancelled", as well as some thing that just aren't.

The Introvert's Guide To...Routines

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 05:10:01 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil discuss the importance of Routines, and how they can be very helpful for the introvert. Also: Phil learns a "horrifying" secret about Jess.

Links in this episode: https://nesslabs.com/habits-routines-rituals

The Introvert's Guide To...The Myers-Briggs test

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 05:03:19 -0000

This week, Jess and Phil look at the Myers-Briggs test: Its origins, its uses, and it sometimes problematic aspects.

Links in this episode: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19048975/) https://www.myersbriggs.org/my-mbti-personality-type/mbti-basics/c-g-jungs-theory.htm https://www.dnb.com/business-directory/company-profiles.the_myers-briggs_company.76632dd8acd83e7d95d18ab62c140624.html https://www.businessinsider.com/the-personality-types-that-earn-the-most-and-least-money-2015-2 https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/give-and-take/201309/goodbye-mbti-the-fad-won-t-die

The Introvert's Guide To...Dealing With Extroverted Family

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 07:17:28 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil answer a listener question about the difficulty of dealing with an Extroverted Family member.

The Introvert's Guide To...Introvert "Super Powers"

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 22:35:01 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil talk about those talents that tend to be strongest in introverts: the introvert super powers.

Links in this episode: https://tinybuddha.com/blog/a-love-note-to-introverts-10-superpowers-that-make-you-amazing/

The Introvert's Guide To...Answers Your Questions

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 06:54:53 -0000

We asked our listeners to send us their burning questions about their introvert lives, and we would give our best advice. In this episode, Jess and Phil answer listener questions.

The Introvert's Guide To...Always Doing It Yourself (And How Not To)

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 06:08:32 -0000

Why do so many introverts have difficulty asking for help, whether it's trying to carry too many grocery bags home from the store by yourself, or trying to learn something new. In this episode, Jess and Phil admit their struggles with asking for help, and try to find ways to ask for help when they need it.

Links in this episode: https://www.16personalities.com/articles/asking-for-help-part-i-harder-for-some-personality-types-than-others

The Introvert's Guide To...Apartment Hunting

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 06:01:14 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil talk about hunting for an apartment as an introvert, as well as the strange relationship between tenant and landlord, and what (for them) makes a good landlord relationship.

The Introvert's Guide To...is on hiatus until January

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 06:29:56 -0000

Jess and Phil are taking a brief hiatus over the holidays, so no new episode this week. But we will be back in January, with more episodes of The Introvert's Guide To...

The Introvert's Guide To...Being Perceived as Quiet

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 06:59:15 -0000

Episode Notes

In this episode, Jess and Phil dig into that phrase that so many introverts hear, "You're so quiet" and try to dig into the truth behind that idea about introverts.

Links in this episode: https://www.cnbc.com/2019/09/19/acting-extroverted-improves-introverts-wellbeing-happiness.html https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/quiet-disadvantage-study-finds-extroverts-are-happier-even-when-theyre-really-introverts/

The Introvert's Guide To...The Introverted Leader

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 06:17:01 -0000

Episode Notes

In this episode, Jess and Phil talk about finding themselves in leadership roles, what makes a good leader, and how introverts (contrary to some) make great leaders.

Links in this episode: https://introvertdear.com/news/10-survival-tips-for-introverted-leaders/

The Introvert's Guide To...Feeding Your Relationship

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 05:18:16 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil respond to a letter from a listener, and dive into how an introvert can feed their relationships, both with friends and partners.

Links in the episode: https://www.lifehack.org/articles/communication/13-things-you-can-make-introvert-feel-loved.html

The Introvert's Guide To...Friend Breakups

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 05:01:55 -0000

Sometimes it is necessary to break up with a friend. This can be a difficult thing to approach, and can lead to confrontations which many of us would rather avoid. In this episode, Jess and Phil provide helpful hints for how to approach a friend break up.

Links in the episode: https://psych2go.net/10-signs-youve-pissed-introvert-off/

The Introvert's Guide To...Selective Friendships

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 05:59:31 -0000

In this episode, Phil and Jess talk about being selective about their friendships, and keeping their circle of friends small. Phil also learns that he is not a complete a**hole, Jess tells a story about potentially ghosting a friend, and they both get the giggles.

Links in this episode: https://www.makemebetter.net/why-should-you-choose-your-friends-carefully/

The Introvert's Guide To...Ambiverts

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 09:57:28 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil invited their friend, storyteller, actor, playwright, Carlyn Rhamey to come and discuss life living between the two extremes of Introvert and Extrovert: life as an Ambivert.

Links in this episode: https://www.wellandgood.com/what-is-an-ambivert/

The Introvert's Guide To...Self Esteem and Self Confidence

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 05:47:17 -0000

In this episode, Phil and Jess talk about dealing with self esteem and self confidence issues. How the stories we tell ourselves matter, and how to be kinder to ourselves.

Links in this episode: https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/affirmations.htm

The Introvert's Guide To...Saying What You Need

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 05:55:19 -0000

In this episode, Phil and Jess talk about how to do that thing they are always reminding us to do: say what you need. This isn't always easy, so Jess and Phil try to provide helpful advice on how to do this. Also, rather than finding helpful advice on the internet, Jess digs deep into google's nether pages to find terrible advice that you should definintely not follow.

The Introvert's Guide To...Social Media, FOMO and Guilt

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 05:13:15 -0000

In this episode, Phil & Jess talk about the FOMO (fear of missing out) that can come from seeing others post on Social Media, as well as the self consciousness that some introverts feel about posting.

Links in this episode: https://www.theodysseyonline.com/how-use-fomo-motivation-when-you-are-introvert https://www.bustle.com/articles/153339-how-to-avoid-fomo-when-youre-an-introvert

The Introvert's Guide To...Job Hunting

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 05:04:10 -0000

On this episode, Jess and Phil face the difficulties of Job hunting for the introvert. Both Phil and Jess have been in a position to do hiring as well, so they also offer some suggestions for the job hunter.

Links in this episode: https://www.glassdoor.com/blog/introverts-guide-to-job-hunting/

The Introvert's Guide To...Quarantine Life

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 05:52:32 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil check in to talk about how they are "surviving" the quarantine life. Turns out, they are doing pretty well. They also hear from other introverts about how they are doing.

The Introvert's Guide To...Team Building Events

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 05:15:36 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil discuss the difficulty of team building events and the introvert. Phil has a lot to say on the topic. Jess discovers to her surprise that Phil would be up for a bus ride sing along.

https://www.scienceofpeople.com/team-building-activities/ https://teambonding.com.au/blog/i-hate-team-building-icebreaker-games-for-introverts-and-sceptics/

The Introvert's Guide To...People Pleasing

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 06:11:38 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil talk about being people pleasers. Phil realizes that maybe he's more of a people pleaser than he thought. And Jess discovers that she's learned more about how to say no than she thought!

Links in this episode: https://introvertdear.com/news/the-people-pleasers-guide-to-pleasing-people/ https://www.thathummingbirdlife.com/blog/a-permission-slip-for-friendly-people-pleasing-introverts https://www.solutionstoallyourproblems.com/5-things-i-had-to-learn-in-order-to-stop-being-a-people-pleaser/

The Introvert's Guide To...Being Quarantined With Others

Thu, 28 May 2020 05:15:18 -0000

In this time of Social Distancing and calls to stay home, some introverts are feeling trapped with their families or roommates. With no escape from children, partners, roomies, and who ever else they share space with, it can be difficult to find the space and time to recharge your batteries. This can lead to frayed nerves and tension in the household. It's has never been more important to be able (as we always say) to say what you need.

Links in this episode: https://www.stylist.co.uk/life/how-to-social-distancing-introvert-extrovert-coronavirus/370044

The Introvert's Guide To...How to Be Cool and Popular

Thu, 14 May 2020 05:59:31 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil talk about being cool and popular as an introvert, what is “cool”, and whether an introvert can be popular. We also learn that Phil made some unfortunate choices in high school in his quest to be cool, and that Jess was always pretty cool.

Links in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHHwE8Y-pqk https://medium.com/@connectzapp/how-to-be-popular-when-youre-an-introvert-8ed74f47e108 https://www.lifehack.org/articles/communication/10-reasons-why-introverts-are-incredibly-attractive-people-2.html

The Introvert's Guide To...Video Game "Dependency"

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 05:32:32 -0000

On this episode, Jess and Phil talk about video games, and if either of them is "dependent" on them. Jess discovers that perhaps Phil isn't quite as dependent as she thought, and Phil discovers that Jess might have a slight addiction to a certain game of crafting in mines.

Links in this episode: https://www.16personalities.com/articles/game-on-which-personality-types-enjoy-video-games

The Introvert's Guide To...Questions From Extroverts

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 06:16:28 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil answer questions that extroverts have for introverts. Questions were solicited from r/extroverts and from social media.

The Introvert's Guide To...Living with Roommates

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 05:34:31 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil talk about living with roommates, and how to handle roommate socializing as an introvert.

Links in this episode: https://introvertdear.com/news/introverts-guide-dealing-roommates/ https://ohmyapt.apartmentratings.com/living-with-roommates-as-an-introvert.html https://www.truity.com/blog/survival-guide-introverts-who-live-extroverts-and-vice-versa

Bonus: Extroverts Guide to Social Distancing

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 05:34:14 -0000

In our first ever bonus episode, Jess and Phil have some suggestions for our extroverts who might be struggling with social distancing.

The Introvert's Guide To...Being Mistaken for Shy

Thu, 19 Mar 2020 05:08:21 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil talk about being mistaken for shy, and how often being introverted is conflated with being shy.

Links in this episode: https://www.inc.com/melanie-curtin/are-you-shy-or-introverted-science-says-this-is-1-primary-difference.html

The Introvert's Guide To...The Open Concept Office

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 06:46:13 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil talk about the challenges of working in an open concept office as an introvert.

Links in the episode: https://medium.com/swlh/the-complete-introverts-guide-to-surviving-an-open-plan-office-f21a5e1072c2 https://www.andymort.com/open-plan-office/ https://introvertdear.com/news/5-tips-to-save-your-sanity-in-an-open-office/ https://www.cofcogroup.com/introverts-guide-to-thriving-in-an-open-plan-office/

The Introvert's Guide To...Maintaining Friendships

Thu, 20 Feb 2020 06:07:43 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil come up with strategies to maintain their friendships: from texting, to reminder apps, to (ugh) phone calls.

Links in this episode: https://www.theaccessproject.org/friends-with-introverts/ https://www.16personalities.com/articles/keeping-in-touch-when-you-are-an-introvert

The Introvert's Guide To...plays would you rather

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 06:29:23 -0000

Last episode was a little heavy, so this episode is all fun and games: Jess and Phil play Would You Rather, and try to make each other shudder.

The Introvert's Guide To...Grieving

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 07:19:09 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil talk about grieving.

CW: This episode contains a lengthy discussion about death and grief, as well as healthy (and maybe not so healthy) coping mechanisms for introverts. This is a topic that some listeners may find difficult to listen to, and discretion is advised.

Links in this episode: https://introvertdear.com/news/introverts-and-the-burden-of-grief/ https://whatsyourgrief.com/introverts-and-grief/ https://introvertwhisperer.com/introverts-guide-to-grief-3-truths-about-grief-that-will-help-you-manage-your-process/

The Introvert's Guide To...The Gym

Thu, 09 Jan 2020 07:19:28 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil discuss the gym: a place Phil has seldom been (just enough to reinforce his dislike of it), and a place Jess used to spend time. Also: why are there no introvert friendly gyms?

https://medium.com/@mariefranklin/the-introverts-guide-to-going-to-the-gym-e3d5b9454755 https://introvertdear.com/news/how-to-survive-going-to-the-gym-when-youre-an-introvert/ https://blog.goodlifefitness.com/article/survival-tips-for-introverts-at-the-gym

The Introvert's Guide To...Surviving the Holidays

Mon, 23 Dec 2019 23:50:00 -0000

Phil and Jess provide some advice to introverts on surviving everything from holiday parties, to those seasonal familial obligations.

Episode Links: https://introvertdear.com/news/introverts-christmas-holidays-exhausting/ https://www.quietrev.com/how-an-introvert-does-thanksgiving/

The Introvert's Guide To...Confrontation

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 06:17:42 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil talk about dealing with confrontation. Phil admits to being confrontation avoidant, and Jess is a little disappointed.

https://www.reddit.com/r/extroverts/comments/6b005k/extroverts_and_dealing_with_introverted_conflict/ https://introvertspring.com/introverts-and-conflict/ https://www.quietrev.com/an-introverts-guide-to-managing-conflict/

The Introvert's Guide To...Phone Anxiety

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 06:56:08 -0000

In this episode, Jess and Phil grapple with that old nemesis: the phone call.

Episode Links: https://www.verywellmind.com/afraid-making-phone-calls-tips-3024317 https://themindsjournal.com/introverts-hate-talking-on-phone/ https://introvertdear.com/news/introvert-phone-call-tips/

The Introvert's Guide To...Weddings

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 08:05:58 -0000

This summer Jess got Married. Phil didn't, but he's been to a lot of weddings. In this episode: wedding survival tips.

https://www.brides.com/story/wedding-day-survival-tips-for-introverted-brides https://www.marriagenamechange.com/blog/wedding-introvert/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/soloish/wp/2017/08/30/6-ways-to-make-weddings-more-fun-for-introverts/

The Introvert's Guide To...Moving to a New City

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 05:24:14 -0000

Episode Notes

In this episode, Jess and Phil talk about moving to a new city, and how not to be isolated when you don't know anyone.

Links in this episode: https://verilymag.com/2018/09/an-introverts-guide-to-finding-friends-in-a-new-city https://www.bustle.com/p/how-to-make-friends-when-you-move-to-a-new-place-as-adult-9086541 https://www.npr.org/podcasts/510350/how-to-make-friends

The Introvert's Guide To...Parties (revisited)

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 06:11:22 -0000

Jess and Phil return to the topic that still plagues them (and many introverts): parties.

Episode Links: https://www.huffingtonpost.ca/entry/introverts-and-parties_n_562e9982e4b06317990f1037 https://thesocialman.com/the-introverts-guide-to-acing-parties/ https://medium.com/@mollysmithone/how-to-blend-in-at-a-party-when-youre-an-introvert-427f478015c

The Introvert's Guide To...Knowing You're an Introvert

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 06:14:09 -0000

Episode Notes

In this episode, Jess and Phil talk about how to know that you're an introvert.

https://introvertdear.com/news/introvert-undeniable-signs/ https://www.verywellmind.com/signs-you-are-an-introvert-2795427 https://www.quora.com/How-do-I-know-if-I-am-an-introvert-1 http://nymag.com/scienceofus/2015/06/apparently-there-are-four-kinds-of-introversion.html

The Introvert's Guide To...Learning to Love Your Introversion

Thu, 12 Sep 2019 06:21:21 -0000

Episode Notes

On this episode, Jess and Phil talk about learning to love being an introvert.

Links in this episode: https://thoughtcatalog.com/bineet-kaur/2017/02/why-i-wholeheartedly-love-being-an-introvert/ https://www.scarymommy.com/benefits-being-introvert/ https://www.theodysseyonline.com/like-being-introvert

The Introvert's Guide To....Group Work

Thu, 28 Mar 2019 06:30:33 -0000

Episode Notes

In this episode, Jess and Phil talk about group work, both at school and work, and how to survive it.

The Introvert's Guide To...Breaking Plans

Thu, 14 Mar 2019 06:10:48 -0000

Episode Notes

On this episode, Jess and Phil discuss the stories we tell when we break plans. Both things we tell other people, and the stories we tell ourselves.

Links in this episode:

https://shesaid.com/23-excuses-every-introvert-has-used-to-get-out-of-goi

https://livewellworryless.com/2016/06/10/being-an-introvert-was-my-excuse-to-disengage/

https://austin.citymomsblog.com/2016/07/27/introversion-personality-trait-not-excuse/

https://www.charismaoncommand.com/introvert-vs-extrovert/ https://www.bustle.com/articles/153339-how-to-avoid-fomo-when-youre-an-introvert

https://introvertdear.com/news/negative-thoughts-ruining-life/

The Introvert's Guide To...Recharging

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 07:49:17 -0000

Episode Notes

In this episode Jess and Phil explore ways for Introvert's to recharge after exhausting social interactions.

Links from this episode:

https://www.popsugar.com/smart-living/Ways-Introverts-Recharge-39990746

https://louderminds.com/recharge-introvert/

https://strongsensitivesouls.com/recharge-your-energy/

https://www.powerofpositivity.com/5-recharging-techniques-for-introverts/

The Introvert's Guide to...Valentines Day

Wed, 13 Feb 2019 10:35:19 -0000

Episode Notes

In this episode: Valentines Day. Jess and Phil talk about whether Valentines is awesome, or whether it's terrible, and then: some coping mechanisms for dealing with Valentines Day as a single introvert.

Links in this episode:

https://introvertspring.com/still-single/

https://introvertdear.com/news/introvert-alone-on-valentines-day/

Introvert's Guide to...Surviving Small Talk

Thu, 31 Jan 2019 06:15:00 -0000

Episode Notes

In this episode Jess and Phil talk about how to survive small talk.

Links from this episode:

http://intentblog.com/10-creative-ways-to-survive-small-talk/

https://www.forbes.com/sites/christinapark/2015/03/30/an-introverts-guide-to-small-talk-eight-painless-tips/#4601ff2574a7

https://journal.media/tips-for-introverts-on-surviving-small-talk

https://lifehacker.com/5913355/how-can-i-turn-small-talk-into-a-conversation

The Introvert's Guide to...Being Fixed

Thu, 17 Jan 2019 08:29:24 -0000

Episode Notes

In this episode, Phil and Jess talk about how to deal with those "helpful" people who try and fix your introversion.

Links from this episode:

https://introvertdear.com/news/cant-fix-introverts-not-broken/ https://www.theodysseyonline.com/im-an-introvert-and-dont-need-to-be-fixed https://www.quora.com/How-do-I-overcome-the-problem-of-being-an-introvert https://introvertspring.com/open-letter-introverts-feel-broken/

The Introvert's Guide To...Ordering Take Out

Thu, 03 Jan 2019 06:23:00 -0000

Episode Notes

In this episode, Jess & Phil tackle that most terrible of introvert problems: ordering take out.

Also: here's the silly "are you an introvert or an extrovert based on your pizza order" quiz they talk about in the episode:

http://quizly.co/order-a-pizza-introvert-or-extrovert/

The Introvert's Guide to...Holiday Shopping

Thu, 20 Dec 2018 06:36:05 -0000

Episode Notes

In this episode, Phil and Jess talk about surviving holiday shopping, self care, and more.

https://introvertdear.com/news/introverts-christmas-holidays-exhausting/ https://introvertdear.com/news/salespeople-introvert-shop/

Introvert's Guide To...Relationships

Thu, 30 Aug 2018 13:45:54 -0000

Episode Notes

In this episode, Jess & Phil talk about the challenges of being in relationships, both with other introverts and with a gasp Extrovert! Also, an important announcement!

https://www.huffingtonpost.ca/entry/how-to-love-an-introvert_us_58ade64de4b0d0a6ef476aa3

https://psych2go.net/10-things-introverts-need-relationship/ https://introvertspring.com/the-ultimate-introverts-dilemma-in-relationships/ https://www.huffingtonpost.ca/entry/introverts-dating-extroverts_us_5abd5736e4b055e50acc4db8

The Introvert's Guide to...House Guests

Thu, 16 Aug 2018 06:55:32 -0000

Episode Notes

In this episode Jess and Phil talk about house guests, both being and hosting. Also, they share some horror stories about being guests, and also get hung up on the fact that some people don't keep coffee in the house.

http://introvertretreat.com/822/introverted-houseguest-host-without-driving-crazy/

https://www.theadventurouswriter.com/blog/enjoying-house-guests-when-you-rather-they-stay-in-a-hotel/

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2065379/Want-ruin-life-Be-guest-Houseguests-annoying-expensive.html

https://www.reddit.com/r/introvert/comments/30b913/houseguests/

Catching up with The Introvert's Guide To

Thu, 02 Aug 2018 06:57:27 -0000

Episode Notes

Jess just got back from performing her show in two cities, and so we sit down to talk about putting herself out there, and the challenges, difficulties and triumphs of pushing against your natural tendencies as an introvert.

The Introvert's Guide To...Work

Thu, 19 Jul 2018 07:53:03 -0000

Episode Notes

Work. We all have to do it. Some workplaces are very social, and others more solitary. But at some point, you have to deal with other people, like coworkers or clients. In this episode, Phil and Jess try to find coping mechanisms for dealing with work.

https://mmlafleur.com/mdash/introvert-guide-to-working-in-office https://www.huffingtonpost.ca/entry/an-introverts-office-surv_n_3670946 https://medium.com/thrive-global/the-introverts-guide-to-the-workplace-a2429b16c44a http://www.careercontessa.com/advice/workplace-introverts/ https://www.vogue.com/article/career-tips-for-shy-introverts https://mylittlepieceofquiet.wordpress.com/2015/11/05/8-retail-survival-tips-for-introverts/ https://medium.com/@lauraaymar/an-introvert-in-retail-3f6cff9687a8 https://www.quora.com/How-can-an-introvert-handle-being-a-waitress

The Introvert's Guide To...Being the Centre of Attention

Fri, 06 Jul 2018 11:04:52 -0000

Episode Notes

In this episode, Jess has a problem: she's getting married. That's not the problem! The problem is that she hates being the centre of attention! And she's not the only one! A lot of introvert's break out in a cold sweat just thinking about a surprise party being thrown for them, or giving a speech. So, we went on a search for helpful hints on being the centre of attention.

https://www.andymort.com/120/

https://www.thecut.com/2018/02/the-shy-persons-guide-to-being-the-center-of-attention.html

http://aftertherock.com.au/the-shy-brides-guide-to-surviving-your-wedding-day/

The Introvert's Guide To...Dating

Thu, 21 Jun 2018 04:47:00 -0000

Episode Notes

Sometimes, the thought of going out several times a week to meet a new person, in a crowded cafe or restaurant, or even doing shudder activities is just too much. In this episode, Phil & Jess talk about how to navigate the dating world as an introvert.

https://www.buzzfeed.com/juliareinstein/i-wanna-do-boring-things-with-you

https://www.eharmony.com.au/dating-advice/dating/how-to-date-if-youre-an-introvert

http://www.doctornerdlove.com/dating-introverts/all/1/

The Introvert's Guide To...Networking

Thu, 07 Jun 2018 05:12:11 -0000

Episode Notes

If there is one word that makes an introvert's blood run cold, more than parties, more than general small talk: its Networking. We've all been there. At a networking event that we have to go to, wondering why me?? In this episode, Jess & Phil try to find some ways to deal with Networking that aren't don't go.

https://www.theguardian.com/careers/2015/dec/10/how-to-network-introvert https://www.themuse.com/advice/an-introverts-guide-to-networking https://www.thebalance.com/networking-tips-for-introverts-2061377 https://boss.blogs.nytimes.com/2014/10/15/an-introverts-guide-to-networking/ https://businessforum.rogers.com/small-business/posts/networking-101-179719

The Introvert's Guide To...Travel

Thu, 24 May 2018 04:33:54 -0000

Episode Notes

Travel can be fun, but the problem with travel is...other people. In this episode, Phil and Jess try to find ways to deal with travelling and the people we encounter, from the helpful to the less than helpful.

https://youngadventuress.com/2015/01/travel-introvert.html https://introvertspring.com/ultimate-introvert-travel-guide/ https://www.buzzfeed.com/anniedaly/um-yes-naptime-is-an-activity http://www.worldofwanderlust.com/introverted-traveler/

The Introvert's Guide To...Parties

Thu, 10 May 2018 09:13:00 -0000

Episode Notes

Parties, the bain of introverts everywhere. The number one event that makes many of us want to breathe into a paper bag. In this episode, we try to find some real options for dealing with parties (that aren't "lets not go to parties").

Some of our resources: http://shutupandspeak.net/how-to-survive-a-party-tips-for-introverts/ https://lifehacker.com/how-to-survive-a-party-or-social-gathering-as-an-introv-1619955860 http://www.health.com/stress/introvert-party-tips https://www.bustle.com/articles/175155-7-essential-party-tips-for-introverts https://verilymag.com/2015/08/introverts-preparing-for-parties-socializing-talking-points-meeting-new-people-conversations-confidence

The Introvert's Guide To...Phil & Jess

Thu, 10 May 2018 07:14:00 -0000

Episode Notes

The "handshake" episode. Let's meet our hosts, Phil and Jess, and learn a little about them. In this episode: Phil will make an "introvert confession" about encountering acquaintances on the street.

The Introvert's Guide To...

Mon, 30 Apr 2018 00:16:47 -0000

Episode Notes: Trailer

Every two weeks, starting on May 10, we'll tackle an issue around being an introvert in what seems like an extrovert's world.

From surviving parties, to networking, to dating, to travel, to work, we're covering all of those things that make us want to breathe into a paper bag.

We'll also answer your questions about surviving as an introvert, and we'll even have guests now and then to talk about their experiences, all geared towards helping us (and YOU) figure out these tricky interactions.