The Introverted Misfit Podcast: Connection & Communication with an Awkward, Introverted Twist

Caroline Smith
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This podcast covers a wide realm of topics related to the human experience of connection and communication from an introverted misfit’s perspective. Growing up as a autistic introverted woman with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) - a combination that fueled my severe social anxiety for almost a decade - I used to think the only way to be a part of a community was to exude lively, extroverted sociability. As I grew into myself, however, I realized that each one of us has a valuable place in society, no matter what your personality type is. Through this podcast, you’ll learn to let go of your fears, improve your communication skills, master emotional intelligence, build thriving relationships, be your authentic self, and think about things from a different perspective. We’ll talk about the human experience, introversion, extraversion, social anxiety, self-confidence, communication styles, neurodivergence, relationships of all kinds, building community, and anything under the sun that I think and hope will help you realize the great importance of human connection - with a slightly awkward, introverted twist. Stay tuned for new episodes every Monday!

  1. 2D AGO

    Workshop Announcement: Introvert-Friendly Social Strategies for Gatherings & Events

    Introducing my upcoming virtual workshop happening March 30, 2026: "Introvert-Friendly Social Strategies for Gatherings & Events" You know that feeling of not belonging in any social setting you walk into? I used to feel that way, too. When you walk into a social event, you want to feel like you belong; you want to make connections; you want to get rid of that fear and nervousness that shows up whenever you have to socialize. But navigating social settings is just too much. The loud chatter, the shear amount of people, and those racing thoughts saying you should’ve just stayed in the comfort of your home; that’s a lot to handle as an introvert like yourself, especially if you have some of the additional social challenges and difficulties that I know many in you experience — shyness, social anxiety, social awkwardness, or symptoms of being on the spectrum. When you walk into a room, you don’t know what to say or do, you don’t know who to talk to or who wants to talk to you, and when you start looking at the other people in the room who have no trouble socializing, you start feeling even worse about your own lack of confidence and social prowess. It’s time to STOP feeling this way and start socializing using strategies that work for your needs and abilities. That’s why I created this workshop for introverts like you who find socializing to be tricky and nerve-racking; I want you to experience social confidence without having to act like an extroverted social butterfly. Listen to this short episode to learn about the workshop details and register by visiting theintrovertedmisfit.com/workshop. ⭐Resources Mentioned in This Episode⭐ >> Register for My Upcoming Workshop: Introvert-Friendly Social Strategies for Gatherings & Events >> Book Your FREE Connection Call: https://calendly.com/caroline-theintrovertedmisfit/intro-call >> Communicate With Quiet Confidence: https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/coaching >> 60-Minute Social Confident Booster: https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/sessions >> JOIN MY NEWSLETTER: https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/newsletter

  2. FEB 10

    What 2 Years of “The Introverted Misfit” Taught Me About YOU

    February 4, 2026 was The Introverted Misfit’s two-year business anniversary! In this episode, I want to tell you the story behind my brand and my business and the motivation behind my mission, and then I want to tell you 4 major lessons that working and interacting with people like you over the past 2 years of my business has taught me about YOU — not literally you, but people who have some of the same social needs, differences, and difficulties as you face on a daily basis. Join me in this week’s discussion about the work I do to help people like you, and about what listeners like you have taught me about social confidence! ⭐Resources Mentioned in This Episode⭐ >> Book Your FREE Connection Call: https://calendly.com/caroline-theintrovertedmisfit/intro-call >> Communicate With Quiet Confidence: https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/coaching >> 60-Minute Social Confident Booster: https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/sessions >> JOIN MY NEWSLETTER: https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/newsletter

  3. FEB 5

    When Being an Outcast Makes You Tolerate Disrespect Just to Have “Friends”

    If you have felt like an outcast for a large portion of your life and you’ve gone a long time without relationships like friends, romantic interests, acquaintances, etc., you might become desperate for the wrong type of attention just for the sake of having someone in your life — even if those people is not a great person. You start to tolerate things like passive aggressive behavior, straight up mean behavior, and overall disrespect because you think you can’t find anyone else. You don’t think there are people in the world who would actually respect you and like hanging out with you. That is not way to approach relationships. When you have enough self-worth, you won’t feel like you have to tolerate that kind of behavior, because you have confidence that you can and will find your people. Join me in this week’s discussion about what it means to build up your self-worth and stop accepting less than what any human deserves in healthy friendships, relationships, and otherwise! ⭐Resources Mentioned in This Episode⭐ >> Join the Waitlist for Introvert-Friendly Social Strategies for Gatherings & Events: theintrovertedmisfit.com/social-strategies-workshop >> Book Your FREE Connection Call: https://calendly.com/caroline-theintrovertedmisfit/intro-call >> Communicate With Quiet Confidence: https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/coaching >> 60-Minute Social Confident Booster: https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/sessions >> Mentioned Podcast Episode: “Weird Black Kid Syndrome”: The Intersection of Autism & Blackness >> JOIN MY NEWSLETTER: https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/newsletter

  4. JAN 26

    It’s Time to Socialize in a Way That Works for YOU, Not Them!

    Have you ever heard the saying, “Out of the frying pan into the fire?” Think of the last time you finished something or succeeded at a goal and you let out a big sigh of relief, and you thought, “Finally, I’m in a good place. I can rest. I can move forward with my life.” And then, CRASH! Like a train coming at full speed, you get hit with another trial, obstacle, roadblock, that just makes the finish line seem further and further away. Welcome to life. Hard times are going to happen. Obstacles will prolong your success. Everything will not be easy. And that goes for your social confidence journey, too. When you’re attempting to climb out of the trenches of shyness, social anxiety, and social awkwardness, it often feels like one bad thing after the other; that one awkward, cringey thing you can’t stop doing; that feeling of being socially rejected that happens every time someone side eyes you or chuckles at something you said; that hit to your self-esteem when you leave another social event with no new connections, no new friends, and not even one successful conversation. ⭐Resources Mentioned in This Episode⭐ >> Join the Waitlist for Introvert-Friendly Social Strategies for Gatherings & Events: theintrovertedmisfit.com/social-strategies-workshop >> Book Your FREE Connection Call: https://calendly.com/caroline-theintrovertedmisfit/intro-call >> Communicate With Quiet Confidence: https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/coaching >> 60-Minute Social Confident Booster: https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/sessions >> JOIN MY NEWSLETTER: https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/newsletter

  5. 12/08/2025

    You Don’t Need a Thriving Social Life; You Need a Manageable One

    Have you ever heard the saying, “Out of the frying pan into the fire?” Think of the last time you finished something or succeeded at a goal and you let out a big sigh of relief, and you thought, “Finally, I’m in a good place. I can rest. I can move forward with my life.” And then, CRASH! Like a train coming at full speed, you get hit with another trial, obstacle, roadblock, that just makes the finish line seem further and further away. Welcome to life. Hard times are going to happen. Obstacles will prolong your success. Everything will not be easy. And that goes for your social confidence journey, too. When you’re attempting to climb out of the trenches of shyness, social anxiety, and social awkwardness, it often feels like one bad thing after the other; that one awkward, cringey thing you can’t stop doing; that feeling of being socially rejected that happens every time someone side eyes you or chuckles at something you said; that hit to your self-esteem when you leave another social event with no new connections, no new friends, and not even one successful conversation. Join me in this week’s episode as I discuss what it takes to keep trying for success even when things get in your way. ⭐Resources Mentioned in This Episode⭐ >> Book Your FREE Connection Call: https://calendly.com/caroline-theintrovertedmisfit/intro-call >> Communicate With Quiet Confidence: https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/coaching >> 60-Minute Social Confident Booster: https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/sessions >> JOIN MY NEWSLETTER: https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/newsletter

  6. 11/17/2025

    You Don’t Need a Thriving Social Life; You Need a Manageable One

    What’s the first thing you think of when you hear someone described as having a “thriving” social life? You probably picture a very extroverted socialite who can make connections at the drop of a hat, or maybe they’re more of an introvert but they still have managed to create a strong social circle for themselves that keeps them happy and motivated. Maybe you feel badly about your lack of a “thriving” social life as you understand that to be; the fact that you don’t go out every weekend, you don’t host parties and get-togethers all that much; and you usually leave social events without any new connections or phone numbers. Well, what if I told you that as an introvert, you shouldn’t strive for a “thriving” social life; you should strive for a manageable one — one that doesn’t overwhelm you and make you drag your feet as you’re getting ready to go. Join me as I talk about what steps you can take to create a manageable social life for yourself, including some things you should not do. ⭐Resources Mentioned in This Episode⭐ >> Book Your FREE Connection Call: https://calendly.com/caroline-theintrovertedmisfit/intro-call >> Communicate With Quiet Confidence: https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/coaching >> 60-Minute Social Confident Booster: https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/sessions >> Join the Misfit Meet-Up Mailing List: https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/misfit-meet-ups >> JOIN MY NEWSLETTER: https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/newsletter

  7. 08/18/2025

    A Fish Out of Water: Masking to Fit In Where You Don’t Belong

    Do you ever hang out with a certain group of people, and you immediately feel like a fish out of water? Or maybe a Zebra trying to blend in with a bunch of horses? If you happen to be one of my autism spectrum listeners, you’re probably thinking, “Uh, yeah! Pretty much describes my entire life.” But even if you’re not on the spectrum, whatever it is that makes you a misfit has probably contributed to this feeling of being a social outcast. And as a result, you may have tried to fit in where you aren’t really welcome. I think it’s time to stop trying to force yourself where you don’t fit and be yourself so that you can find an accepting community. ⭐Resources Mentioned in This Episode⭐ >> Book Your FREE Connection Call: https://calendly.com/caroline-theintrovertedmisfit/intro-call >> Register for ‘Dating With Confidence (For Quiet, Quirky Women): https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/quirky-dating >> Communicate With Quiet Confidence: https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/coaching >> JOIN MY NEWSLETTER: https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/newsletter

  8. 08/06/2025

    Invisible at First, Unforgettable Always: The Quiet Power of Introverts

    Have you ever felt invisible when you’re in social settings and surrounded by more extroverted peers? Me too. But what I’ve learned is that while being introverted sometimes means you don’t get noticed as quickly as others might, you will make your mark when it’s your time to shine! Make no mistake about it; when a confident introvert is in in the right environment and knows how to use their communication strengths the right way, we are a force to be reckoned with! This podcast explores just how introverts can cope with being invisible at first, but how you can use your strengths to make the right connections with people who see your value and appreciate your personality! ⭐Resources Mentioned in This Episode⭐ >> Book Your FREE Connection Call: https://calendly.com/caroline-theintrovertedmisfit/intro-call >> Register for ‘Dating With Confidence (For Quiet, Quirky Women): https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/quirky-dating >> Communicate With Quiet Confidence: https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/coaching >> JOIN MY NEWSLETTER: https://theintrovertedmisfit.com/newsletter

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This podcast covers a wide realm of topics related to the human experience of connection and communication from an introverted misfit’s perspective. Growing up as a autistic introverted woman with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) - a combination that fueled my severe social anxiety for almost a decade - I used to think the only way to be a part of a community was to exude lively, extroverted sociability. As I grew into myself, however, I realized that each one of us has a valuable place in society, no matter what your personality type is. Through this podcast, you’ll learn to let go of your fears, improve your communication skills, master emotional intelligence, build thriving relationships, be your authentic self, and think about things from a different perspective. We’ll talk about the human experience, introversion, extraversion, social anxiety, self-confidence, communication styles, neurodivergence, relationships of all kinds, building community, and anything under the sun that I think and hope will help you realize the great importance of human connection - with a slightly awkward, introverted twist. Stay tuned for new episodes every Monday!

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