there are actually surprising aspects where introverts can thrive, such as 1 on 1 on a date, where they can put their sophisticated listening and conversational skills to work. Whether you’re new to online dating or still trying to figure it out, here are five tips to try.

When tension sparks, our nervous system goes into autopilot, making us fight, flee, or freeze. In relationships, that can sound (and/or feel) like defensiveness laced with criticism or contempt or withdrawal.