Reading Susan Cain's book QUIET: THE POWER OF INTROVERTS IN A WORLD THWT CAN'T STOP TALKING has been affirming. I find myself nodding my head and thinking of exact examples of the same scenarios in my own life. The new sticky flags from my friend Julie (another introvert) mark the research and quotes I want to write down later.
The book is filled with organized discussions of brain and behavioral research that have been gathered about introversion and extroversion, as well as anecdotes from well-known and less familiar folks about how the traits appear in their lives and work. In regard to creativity, she notes, "introverts prefer to work independently, and solitude can be a catalyst to innovation." Each chapter teaches me more about myself and those with whom I interact. Whether you are an introvert or an extrovert, the book offers excellent material for considering others.
Such a good recommendation of a book that I think I will like very much. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThis is a book I should check-out. Thanks for the recommendation. I love the colorful, happy sticky notes! You are such a faithful blogger. As always, I learn so much from you and am continuously amazed and inspired by your knowledge and passion.
ReplyDeletethis sounds as if it would be quite illuminating. thank you for the recommendation.
ReplyDeleteI think we're a community of introverts ... will look this one up. Another great recommendation, LJ.
ReplyDeleteAgain, Ms Jewel, you & I find something in common. I didn't read the whole book, but it influenced me tremendously, explaining a lot in this framework. My library friends & I were talking about it: we thought that most if not all library people were introverts, although a lot of us are also social & outgoing. She has a great Ted Talk about the book. If you haven't seen it, I think you will LOVE it.
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I agree that most library folks are introverts. In fact, I was trying to think of friends who might be extroverts, and only a few came to mind. I will look at Ms. Cain's Ted Talk. Thanks for yet another resource!
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