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The Introvert's Guide to Extroversion

The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos

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The Impact of Social Connection on Happiness

Psychologists have found that increased social interaction is key to happiness, and it applies to both extroverts and introverts. Despite the common belief that social interaction is tiring for introverts, studies have shown that they also benefit from it. Research since the 1980s has consistently shown that introverts are less happy than extroverts due to missing out on the well-being benefits of social connection.

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