Introverts have a tendency to internalize things. When there’s a problem in our lives, we turn inward and point the finger of blame squarely at ourselves. There’s nothing wrong with taking responsibility for your actions; in fact, I believe the world would be a better place if everyone had a strong sense of personal responsibility. But many introverts go overboard in this area. When we find ourselves in a soul-sucking job or a draining relationship, the first thing some of us do is try to adapt ourselves to the situation. We bend to everyone else’s needs and forget about our own. While being
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