Quiet: The Power Of Introverts In A World That Can't Stop Talking

[treble.maker]

Right. I'll be sure to steer clear of that then.

Movin'On, I haven't gotten to that part yet! I guess I'm a slow reader - or I can only take so much reading in a day.

 

[a3a2]

Sorry, I haven't gotten time to read that far, either.

I too, think I started out as extroverted....I remember being very talkative and people making comments about it to my parents. Over time I made a conscious effort to keep my mouth shut just to irritate my father. Revenge for all he had done to me, and for what I had seen him do to my siblings.

 

[a3a2]

Just took the quiz....I scored 14/20 with the introvert leanings.

Then I started reading about "Dale". I kid you not, that man is my father's absolute HERO!!!!!

I found the "culture of character" to the "culture of personality" a bit frightening, but so true!!!

 

[JustBe]

I am enjoying this book!

Sitting outside in the sun with the dogs...reading *smile*

 

[treble.maker]

That's great, movin'on! :-)

I'm so busy between college, work, and homework, that I haven't had a chance to read since Sunday! Oh well, hopefully today.

 

[a3a2]

This book has really changed the way I look at one of my children. I have always thought of him as shy, but now realize he is actually a very confident introvert.

Now, as I think about it, I realize I am not very shy either. Just introverted.

 

[JustBe]

...and introverted isn't such a bad thing!

 

[JustBe]

I have always thought that not enjoying parties or being around many people or having a large group of friends was a character flaw on my part. I guess I was wrong.

 

[Tanishq]

As an adult, I withdraw and observe.

I have always thought that not enjoying parties or being around many people or having a large group of friends was a character flaw on my part. I guess I was wrong.

I am slowly turning into this, but I have found something else that I can be extroverted,too. While walking at park I do get amused and motivated to exercise with all heart.

Is this extroverted thing? What do you guys think?

Back to main topic, yes quietness is harder stage to achieve. I think those who are quiet, they can manage anything they want. They can find a way and can understand it quickly. They are important people for this planet. They may not speak all the time, but yes when they start speaking it starts making sense.

 

[JustBe]

I dunno Jaret,

I think it would be extroverted if you led a group of people or initiated conversations while at the park.

 

[Tanishq]

Movin'On Oh wow, I will do it. I will try to talk with people there. :)

 

[a3a2]

Introverts can do these things, too. I do it all the time, now. It just takes more energy for us.

I am loving this book!! It has truly changed my attitude toward my introvert tendancies, and helped me understand why it is so difficult for me to handle some of the extraverts in my life (thank God I am married to an introvert!). I am finding I am no longer ashamed because I don't want to head out for an action packed weekend, but would rather play with my kids and curl up with a cat and a book.

It is making me veiw my co-workers differently, and my siblings (nope, still can't figure out my parents!). Giving me a better understanding. I have begun to recommend it to my introvert friends so they don't continue to beat themselves up for a wonderful character trait.