The classic labels of introvert and extrovert have long been used to explain why some people thrive off of social interaction and why some people prefer solitude. While neither one is “better” than ...

On the surface, the questions here are mostly light and fun, but they tap into fundamental aspects of human temperament on a deeper level. They go beyond some of the individual differences you've ...

Personality types exist on a spectrum. At one end are quiet introverts. At the other are social extroverts. But the most common personality isn’t either of these. It’s a type known as ambiverts.

Photo by Mayselgrove via Flickr (Creative Commons). I find myself torn about all the research out there linking extroversion and happiness. Part of me doesn't doubt it one bit. Extroverted people do ...