Despite comprising at least 50% of the American population, our internally focused friends get a bad rap for being “too shy” or unemotional. In actuality, introverts are some of the most thoughtful, complex people you’d hope to find. “The single story many extroverts have about introverts is a familiar one: we’re quiet, shy, aloof, bookish, and shun the spotlight,” Beth Buelow, an introvert coach, wrote on her blog. “We’re deep thinkers, smart or geeky, and will always choose solitude over socializing....

Currently 84 percent of adults claim a religious affiliation — and it makes sense that their kids are of the same affiliation. But even if you’re among the 16 percent who don’t practice any sort of organized religion, your kids are bound to interact with those who do. And at one point or another, most kids will have a question or two about God — no matter your own beliefs....

We asked parents to tell us about the strictest rules they’ve set for their teenage kids and gathered confessions from teens across the internet about the most authoritarian and harsh rules their parents have ever made. More From The Stir: 15 Things Every ’80s Kid Grew Up With, But Our Kids Can’t Identify We promise, these are all real. And worth pulling out the next time your kids start complaining that you’re the meanest mom EVER: What is the strictest rule you’ve given your teenagers?...

Whether it’s part of an assignment, or they’re just asked out of the blue, all kids will answer the question at one point in their young lives. And their responses? Tend to be glorious. Take a look at these best “dream jobs” kids have had, and prepare to giggle at their wonderful and respectable ambitions. What do your kids want to be when they grow up? Image via imgur More from The Stir: ‘I’m Running Away’ — 11 Letters From Kids With One Foot Out the Door But let’s hope the vet training started… now!...

But what makes a name express creative qualities? Classic names in particular can conjure up so many different associations that it’s difficult to say whether a William is worthy of a sonnet-writing British genius or an average bloke. So we browsed distinctive names of famous creators and places throughout history, as well as name meanings and associations, and what Namipedia users rated as the most creative-sounding names. Sometimes there’s a clear connection; other times it just seems like a girl named Fiona might be more creative than one named Murphy....

And yes, we know that spending a lot of time in the kitchen preparing dinner is something of a pipe dream for most families, but making a low-cal meal doesn’t mean it’s going to take hours. Sometimes, a half hour is plenty of time to create something super healthy and delicious. A lot of times, low calorie dinners are extremely lacking in protein and aren’t made to keep anyone full for more than an hour....

Wondering why we even dress up eggs (and subsequently hide them in the ground, which would probably confuse a chicken if it saw that happen)? Well, it turns out that the tradition of painting eggs predates Christianity itself, according to the Huffington Post. Folks celebrating the Iranian New Year, called Nowruz, have been painting eggs for centuries, and egg-painting might have pagan roots. Anyway, back to Christianity, because, well, Easter....

Fortunately, bumper stickers for parents have evolved way beyond earnest messages like “Baby on Board!” and those annoying stick figure family decals, too. There are bumper stickers for moms who swear they’ve lost their minds, stickers for dads struggling to make peace with the fact that they drive a minivan instead of a Porsche, heck, there are even bumper stickers for moms of multiples. In short, there’s a bumper sticker for whatever sums up your parenting situation and style and your sense of humor to boot....

We consulted the Internet and moms to get the cheekiest, boldest, and funniest test responses from kids. Take a look at the slideshow below. We would be so embarrassed if our kid did #17. What would you do? Image via imgur.com More from The Stir: 15 Unintentionally Hilarious & Inappropriate Kid Drawings (PHOTOS) More from The Stir: 9 Creative ‘Keep Out’ Signs Kids Hung on Their Bedroom Doors “Well one sentence on one of those sheets was ‘She _______ the baby into the cart....

Who decided that women should get rid of their armpit hair anyway? After years of women learning that they should shave armpits so that they’re totally hairless, womena are now seeing armpit hair in a whole new light. Who knew that armpit hair actually could be so stylish and cool-looking? These ladies deserve kudos for totally rocking their pit hair — and possibly bringing it to the mainstream. More from CafeMom: 17 Weird Ways to (Almost) Instantly Get Rid of a Zit Here are 23 superstars over the decades who decided to stop shaving their underarms — and not just two-day stubble....

Feline tattoos come as diverse as the cats themselves. Some tattoos are sleek and stylish, while other are more feral and funky. The thing is, cat lovers everywhere have found ways to honor their feline friends. Realistic tattoos are so intricate a person could practically pet them. More artistic interpretations are just as precocious as their real-life inspirations. No matter what style a cat-lover fancies, there is a cat tattoo for them....

In fact, all that time you spent walking the hallowed halls and furiously taking notes could actually influence your little guy’s name. And there is plenty of inspiration to be found. Check out the list of top collegiate baby names for boys: Which is your favorite collegiate baby name for boys? More from The Stir: Quiz: What’s Your Perfect Baby Name? Image via Kraevski Vitaly/shutterstock; blessings/shutterstock title: “25 College Inspired Baby Names For Little Boys With Big Futures” ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-19” author: “Robert Short” In fact, all that time you spent walking the hallowed halls and furiously taking notes could actually influence your little guy’s name....

Though Fashion Nova bills itself as the internet’s favorite destination for affordable, fashion-forward clothes (with a semi size inclusive bent), it’s best known for it’s revealing clubwear. Sheer dresses, cut-out pants, and teeny tops are FN’s signature. And even though the brand has taken steps towards being less Moulin Rouge and more Forever 21, Fashion Nova’s clothes are still PRETTY scandalous. Here are 25 Fashion Nova things so jaw-droppingly naked, they can only TECHNICALLY be called clothes....

We asked the Revelist Facebook community to share side-by-side photos of themselves with and without makeup, and explain their particular relationship with makeup. And while not all women agreed that makeup brought them confidence, their stories did remind us that everyone’s bond with makeup is different (and beautiful). “I love how it can make a girl feel like a million bucks. I love how many different ways there are to be creative with it....

My own kids’ names, Rowan and Aurora, definitely have some religious meaning for me as well, being Pagan, but Pagan kid names are often a little more complicated. Well, or less, depending on how you look at it. If you’re looking for a Pagan or Wiccan-themed baby name, there’s a lot of different things to consider. There’s no one culture that’s influenced Paganism or Wicca as a whole, or one book that names can be taken from....

And it turns out that these brain-boosting activities are easy! Try these expert-approved tips to jump-start your child’s cognitive development before he even arrives in the world. Exercise during your pregnancy. Sure, working up a sweat may not seem to have anything to do with raising your baby’s intelligence, but it does. “Fit moms develop larger placentas with greater capacity to transport oxygen and nutrients in, and waste products out,” explains Helene Byrne, a pre- and postnatal exercise specialist and founder of BeFit-Mom....

Deep stuff, we know. But it’s in the nature of the design. For example, the different shapes found in geometry represent the different elements of the universe, like wind and fire. We also often see animals, like the wise owl, incorporated into geometric designs. Having the tattoo mirrored and symmetrical stands for having balance and harmony in life. Just look at the popular mandala design, which has transcended its origins as a religious symbol in Hinduism....

But there is no Relationship 101 unless you count the ones in the School of Hard Knocks. You have to live it or have your friends live it — sometimes multiple times — for the lessons to kick in. And sometimes then they don’t even stick. But, boy, if every woman knew these classic mistakes, and to avoid them, before plunging into the dating world in their early 20s, what a different experience love could be for those ladies....

If you need to control your shine, but don’t want to just add powder or other makeup on top of your already sweaty face, blotting papers are an excellent choice. They just lift AWAY the oil on your skin. (And they’re super portable!) Sephora makes a great line, the Sephora Collection Blotting Papers, with different versions for a variety of skin needs. For example, the Rejuvenating Glacial Clay and Salicylic Acid sheets are good for “waking up” your complexion, while the Lavender sheets are soothing, and the Mattifying version specifically targets oil....

Ireland Irish baby names are still pretty popular, but can be tricky because so many are spelled in ways that are unfamiliar to most of us. Ashling — means a “vision” or “dream.” Brianna — means “noble” or “virtuous.” Cara — means “a friend.” Cassidy — taken from the word “curly-haired.” Daireann (pronounced dar-rawn) — means “fruitful.” Kalin (pronounced kay-linn) — means “white, fair, pure.” Maeve — means “someone who causes great joy....