📖 peek insideQuiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking
by Susan Cain
Susan Cain explores the rise of the 'Extrovert Ideal' in the twentieth century and how deeply it has permeated our culture. She argues that we dramatically undervalue introverts and shows how much is lost in doing so. Through research in psychology and neuroscience, Cain reveals the unique strengths of introverted individuals, from their capacity for deep focus to their effective leadership styles. This book is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the power of temperament in a world that prizes loud communication.
Widely read around the world. Estimated 6 million readers.
Notable Quotes
"Introverts, in contrast, may have strong social skills and enjoy parties and business meetings, but after a while wish they were home in their pajamas. They prefer to devote their social energies to close friends, colleagues, and family. They listen more than they talk, think before they speak, and often feel as if they express themselves better in writing than in conversation. They tend to dislike conflict. Many have a horror of small talk, but enjoy deep discussions."
"There's zero correlation between being the best talker and having the best ideas."
"Spend your free time the way you like, not the way you think you're supposed to."
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