We’re not lazy. We’re tired. And we need to rest. That goes for everyone, but especially for introverts. In this second episode of The Introvert Sisters LIVE! Podcast, Lisa Hurley and Sharon Hurley Hall break down “energy economics” and show how introversion can be protected on purpose, not by accident.

Before anyone can truly rest, they often have to identify where their energy is quietly leaking. In “Rest Is Not Laziness: How Introverts Protect Their Energy,” the sisters expose the quiet energy leaks that look normal until they add up, such as invisible labor, micro-obligations, group chats, overexplaining, digital fatigue, and (this is one of the worst) the pressure to always be reachable.

In this episode, viewers and listeners will take away practical ways to:

• Identify hidden energy leaks

• Combat digital and mental fatigue

• Spot invisible obligations that drain energy

• Set clear boundaries around availability, messaging, and response time

• Release unpaid emotional caretaking without guilt or overexplaining

• Build a rest plan that supports introversion and real life.

This episode is a reminder that protecting your energy is not selfish. It is wise, necessary, and deeply aligned with how many introverted people move through the world.

Enjoy the episode, and join Lisa and Sharon every other Friday at noon eastern time for honest conversations, cultural insights, and practical wisdom that every introverted person needs.

The show is simulcast live on LinkedIn, YouTube, and Facebook. The audio version of the podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen to your podcasts. Watch, listen, subscribe, and enjoy today!

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Introversion is not a flaw. It is a superpower. And The Introvert Sisters are back to remind you of that. After a three year hiatus filled with an Anthem Award win, book publishing milestones, multiple awards, and deeper work around introversion and community, Lisa Hurley and Sharon Hurley Hall return to the mic with clarity, calm, and their usual quiet confidence. Relaunched in February 2026 during Black History Month, the show airs every other week, and has a fresh live format that streams simultaneously on LinkedIn, YouTube, and Facebook, with full audio episodes available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major podcast platforms.

This inaugural episode of The Introvert Sisters LIVE! sets the tone for a new season and a new chapter.

In “Introversion vs Shyness: The Truth About Being an Introvert,” Lisa and Sharon break down one of the most persistent myths about introversion, especially for introverted Black people navigating spaces that reward volume over depth. They offer language, context, and lived experience to separate introversion from shyness and social anxiety, while affirming the power of quiet leadership.

In this episode, viewers and listeners will learn:

• The clear differences between introversion, shyness, and social anxiety

• Why introverted Black people are often mislabeled and misunderstood

• How to honor your introverted wiring without shrinking yourself

• What to expect from The Introvert Sisters LIVE!

Whether you are a longtime listener or brand new to The Introvert Sisters, this episode is both a welcome back and a fresh beginning.

Enjoy the episode, and join Lisa and Sharon every other Friday at noon eastern time for honest conversation, cultural insights, and practical wisdom that every introverted person needs. The show is simulcast live on LinkedIn, YouTube, and Facebook. The audio version of the podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen to your podcasts. Watch, listen, subscribe, and enjoy today!

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Connect with Sharon

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Learn more about Sharon’s work: https://sharonhh.com/

Grab a copy of Sharon’s multi-award-winning book I’m Tired of Racism (Lime Tree Media)

Connect with Lisa

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Learn more about Lisa’s work: https://www.spacetoexhalebook.com/

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What happens when four introverts unite? Believe it or not, lots of fun and laughter! Join Sharon and Lisa as they chop it up with Richard Etienne, founder of Black Introvert Week UK, and Jeri Bingham, founder of Black Introvert Week. The 4 introverts collab to kick off Black Introvert Week UK, discuss the ins and outs of their favourite personality type, and share why – and how – they celebrate their introversion.

Are you triggered? Cause we’re triggered! It feels like especially since the beginning of the panorama we’re in a constant state of fight or flight. The good news is we don’t have to feel that way all the time. Alechia Reese and Dani Foster, hosts of the famous Triggered AF podcast, join Sharon and Lisa to discuss how to release your triggers and embrace transformation.

As remote working has become more of the norm, more and more people have chosen to relocate to a country in which they have always dreamed of living. (Barbados, anyone?) These new expats not only have to adjust to their new home, but also find ways to fit in and not feel like outsiders. This tends to be easy for extroverts, but for introverts, not so much. In their latest Off-Topic episode, Sharon and Lisa share their experiences as lifelong expats, and strategies for how introverts can have an easier, more enjoyable expat journey.

Are we getting older, are we becoming more introverted, or just more comfortable with our introversion? This week on The Introvert Sisters Podcast we discuss how our introversion has changed over the years, the experience of being introverted children, and more! Want to find out how being an introvert helps and hinders us at home and work? Grab a cozy blanket and get ready for another episode of The Introvert Sisters Podcast.

On this week’s episode of the Introvert Sisters we talk about returning to the office or as it’s called, RTO! Is going into the office necessary? Dive into how office life harms us as Black, introverted, women, and why we love working from the comfort of home. Sorry workmates, we do NOT want to come to happy hour!

Have you ever taken a personality test? We have, and spoiler alert: we can’t get enough! This week we talk about the ins and outs of taking personality tests. Are they reliable? Were they even built for people as complex and amazing as the Introvert Sisters? Dive into the world of INFJs, personality tests, and how they can be used for and against us, on this week’s episode of your favorite podcast.