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This book was definitely a good read. It makes you think about the power of introversion. In Western societies, extroversion is often over-emphasised, and qualities that go along with it, like thinking quickly, talking without knowing the complete answer, and making quick (and possibly rash) decisions. In other cultures, like Asian cultures, quieter people are considered wiser. This reminds me of the book Proverbs, where people who say little words are wise. I have learned more about quietness this year, and this book fits the theme. Though Cain does not argue that introverts are better than extroverts, while reading this book I started to think a more quiet attitude in life can indeed be wiser. This is not to say that we don't need more social, bubbly people around us. I just think it's good for all of us, introverts and extroverts alike, to weigh our words carefully.
Cain shows us that introverted individuals' more thoughtful attitudes can be important contributions to society - if only the voices of introverts are heard. She also shows introverts (like me, though I also have extrovert tendencies) that we should accept our natural tendency, and gives us tips how to handle living in a busy world.
Cain shows us that introverted individuals' more thoughtful attitudes can be important contributions to society - if only the voices of introverts are heard. She also shows introverts (like me, though I also have extrovert tendencies) that we should accept our natural tendency, and gives us tips how to handle living in a busy world.