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4.05 AVERAGE
4.05 AVERAGE
Thank you, Susan Cain for this book!
I could relate so hard, it was ridiculous! Okay, okay. Here's my review:
The book was great. I love when authors include copious amounts of research and data but balance it with good anecdotes so I'm not bored to tears and that's what Cain does in this book.
I learned about America's transition from a culture of character to a culture of personality and how that affects us today. She also discussed several other topics including: the definition of introversion, the physiology of temperament, introversion in relationships, and many other topics.
Best of all, she wrote about other introverts! Famous introverts, introverts masquerading as extroverts to be successful, AND introverts who tapped into their "Quiet Power" and thrived in different ways.
If you or someone you love identifies as an introvert or HSP (highly sensitive person), I'd definitely recommend reading this book.
I could relate so hard, it was ridiculous! Okay, okay. Here's my review:
The book was great. I love when authors include copious amounts of research and data but balance it with good anecdotes so I'm not bored to tears and that's what Cain does in this book.
I learned about America's transition from a culture of character to a culture of personality and how that affects us today. She also discussed several other topics including: the definition of introversion, the physiology of temperament, introversion in relationships, and many other topics.
Best of all, she wrote about other introverts! Famous introverts, introverts masquerading as extroverts to be successful, AND introverts who tapped into their "Quiet Power" and thrived in different ways.
If you or someone you love identifies as an introvert or HSP (highly sensitive person), I'd definitely recommend reading this book.
3.5 stars if I could.
As an introvert, I was hoping to find ways to improve myself, but not much was offered there. it Did change my perspective on how I view other introverts for the better, and I guess somewhat for myself.
This book is very much about understanding introverts, but it doesn't do much to help introverts understand extroverts. it is pretty much one sided and tells introverts be who you are and extroverts to deal with it, which isn't really a practical solution
As an introvert, I was hoping to find ways to improve myself, but not much was offered there. it Did change my perspective on how I view other introverts for the better, and I guess somewhat for myself.
This book is very much about understanding introverts, but it doesn't do much to help introverts understand extroverts. it is pretty much one sided and tells introverts be who you are and extroverts to deal with it, which isn't really a practical solution
Really fascinating. I recommend this to extroverts so that you can understand your introvert friends. I also recommend this to my fellow introverts because there she explains several good methods for navigating our extroverted society.
I may never stop bringing this book up in everyday conversation... sorry (except I'm not really sorry because this was awesome and enlightening--even to an introvert)!
This is an unusual book. In our loud world where everyone wants to be a star it looks at the introverts and how they fit in. Personally I could take a lot out of it for myself and for the education of my kids. As a parent it's difficult how to deal with a quiet child. You don't want that she misses all the fun and you know that our society demands an open attitude and self confidence. You have to be able to sell yourself.
What I learnt from the book and can prove from my experiences is that pushing someone to "train" this trait is completely wrong. Introverts have other strengths (observation, reflection, they are more emphatic) and perform better in small teams or alone. The book provides many examples of successful people who are respected despite being shy and proves that you can make your luck without giving up your nature.
A larger part deals with partnerships between extro- and introverts that I didn't find so interesting. I also had the feeling that the balance is not kept well between both sides with many examples that put extroverts into a worse light. A more objective look revealing the strengths, weaknesses and different life strategies would have made the book even better.
Highly recommended for all introverts (this probably covers most of us bookworms).
What I learnt from the book and can prove from my experiences is that pushing someone to "train" this trait is completely wrong. Introverts have other strengths (observation, reflection, they are more emphatic) and perform better in small teams or alone. The book provides many examples of successful people who are respected despite being shy and proves that you can make your luck without giving up your nature.
A larger part deals with partnerships between extro- and introverts that I didn't find so interesting. I also had the feeling that the balance is not kept well between both sides with many examples that put extroverts into a worse light. A more objective look revealing the strengths, weaknesses and different life strategies would have made the book even better.
Highly recommended for all introverts (this probably covers most of us bookworms).
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The book that helped me recognize that I wasn’t shy, and made me embrace my introverted personality as a strength not a weakness, as my culture made me believe. It grew out the silent leader and influencer in me. It gave me the confidence I needed to lead in spaces I thought I never would.
Throughout this book, I found many relatable experiences and explanations. I’ve often felt that since I am an introvert, I would be less successful than my extroverted peers. Their abilities to endlessly socialize, put themselves out on a limb and chase opportunities made me feel inferior. I could not do these things without extremely overwhelming myself.
This book not only made me feel less alone and disadvantaged by my introverted nature, it showed me ways to use my introversion as a tool to get to where I want in life. It showed me how introversion could be a strength instead of a weakness.
Full of very interesting studies, intriguing concepts and thoughtful discussion, this book puts a whole new spin on the value of introversion and what qualities make up an introverted person.
This book not only made me feel less alone and disadvantaged by my introverted nature, it showed me ways to use my introversion as a tool to get to where I want in life. It showed me how introversion could be a strength instead of a weakness.
Full of very interesting studies, intriguing concepts and thoughtful discussion, this book puts a whole new spin on the value of introversion and what qualities make up an introverted person.
informative
medium-paced
In a world that often celebrates extroverts, this book shines a light on the other side—revealing the value and quiet strength of introverts.