The Introvert Sisters

For introverts and others who are not naturally social, social media can be difficult to navigate. Tune in as Sharon and Lisa discuss how they make their online lives a little easier to manage—and how you can too. Plus: now that the sisters are officially doing the show on video, wardrobe has become somewhat of a source of stress. Join them as they talk about how two people who basically hate being on camera dress for the camera. I...

The world is in crisis. We’re dealing with a pandemic within the pandemic: police brutality and the repeated murders of black men and boys. The most recent case is that of George Floyd, whose brutal murder at the hands - and knees - of the Minneapolis police has sparked global protests. In this inaugural TIS Off-Topic episode, the sisters unpack #justiceforgeorgefloyd, #blackouttuesday, #blacklivesmatter, #theshowmustbepaused, and ...

Staying sane during the lockdown is a top priority (and harder than you might imagine). One way of keeping compos mentis is by turning off the news, and turning on some inspiring entertainment instead. From the Jill Scott/Erykah Badu Verzuz battle to Michelle Obama’s Netflix documentary “Becoming,” the sisters discuss how seeing the sisterhood living their best lives is helping them feel more hopeful about theirs. Plus, on a more s...

We already know that society makes it hard for black women to be great. And if you’re a woman of color and an introvert, there’s even less acceptance, and more pressure to conform. Join the sisters as they talk about how they deal with the struggle of being two quiet girls in a world that expects them to be loud and entertaining. Plus: Sharon and Lisa are getting ready to launch a new phase of the show—The Introvert Sisters podcast...

Introverts and extroverts on lockdown together: are y’all OK? It’s hard enough dealing with opposing personality types at the best of times—but these are definitely not the best of times. Some introverts and extroverts are finding it challenging to share space with no chance of escape. Is it any wonder that the divorce rate is spiking? Plus: peer pressure can be hard, even for adults. The sisters vent about being pressured to socia...

Babyface (or as he is now called, Shadyface - Google it) and Teddy Riley did a Verzuz battle on Instagram, and it ended up being an epic fail. At least part one of it did. Part two, thankfully lived up to the hype. Lisa tells Sharon all about the shenanigans, the showboating, and the shade, and explains why she thinks that beyond a music battle, it was also a battle of introvert vs. extrovert. Plus: have you ever felt invisible? Th...

As one Facebook meme says: “The Lockdown Endureth Forever.” At least that’s what it feels like. Although, like most introverts, Sharon and Lisa prefer their own space and company (or that of a select few), staying inside and not seeing anybody else is getting a little old. Feels like we’ve gone from FOMO to FOSI (Fear Of Staying Inside). There’s isolation, and then there’s ISOLATION. If loneliness is beginning to affect you, listen...

Like so many others, Sharon and Lisa are trying to stay busy and focused during lockdown, so that the time doesn’t just drift away. Sure, Netflix and naptime are on the list, but they’ve also both started “pandemic projects,” and prioritized activities that had previously been on the back burner. It’s all about balance. Plus: Have you already started to imagine post-pandemic life? The sisters have. Listen in as they share their buc...

How are you feeling, really, about this pandemic situation? And how is everybody else feeling? The sisters have answers. Sharon shares insights from a study that analyzed people’s social media activity. The key takeaway? People feel stressed, bored, and stuck (no surprises there), but are also taking time to be more kind to others. Plus: The sisters catch up on how they’ve each been handling the pandemic. From finances to TP things...

We’re in the midst of a global health scare, and some segments of the population seem to be in denial. It feels like they’re insisting that we all stay “positive,” smiling, cheerful and upbeat at all times, despite growing mortality numbers, and frankly, the fear that we might be personally affected by Covid-19. The sisters cry foul, and say no to toxic positivity. Plus: The pandemic has caused pandemonium on so many levels. Physic...

Bored at home? One of the best ways to pass your “quarantime” is to binge-watch a show. Or honestly, several shows. Sharon and Lisa share some of their favorites. Plus: Even extroverts need time and space away from their quarantine crew. Lisa and Sharon share their tips for how to find some peace and stay sane. Also: why is it that some people either don’t care about social distancing or can’t seem to measure 6 feet. Listen in as t...

The Covid-19 lockdown seems to have no end in sight, and everyone is doing their best to adjust. For many people who are lucky to still have a job, this means that working remotely is the new normal. It’s great to only have to commute to the living room - it’s sooo comfy - but is there a risk of not being productive enough? As veterans, and strong proponents, of the WFH life, Sharon and Lisa share tips on how to make working from h...

The Coronavirus pandemic is in full effect -- and so is social distancing. And extroverts around the world are struggling with self-isolation. Introverts, not so much. Most introverts that we know are upset (naturally) about the health scare, but glad that the planet is on silent mode. Sharon and Lisa talk about whether social distancing is easier for them because they're introverted, and how they're dealing with the new no...