“Solitude matters, and for some people, it’s the air they breathe”
― Susan Cain, Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking
There are just as many shy introverts as outgoing extroverts out there. So why does it seem like we’re being left out? Why does it feel like we’re not getting as far ahead? Why do we feel frustrated as if we should speak more or be more like the extroverts?
It’s clear that Western society honors the man who pushes his way to the front. But what about the rest of us? Even people who claim to be “extroverted introverts” can still feel like they weren’t dealt the best hand in life.
In this podcast episode, I’m going to share with you what I learned about succeeding as a shy introvert from:
- reading all the top books on introversion including Quiet: The Power of Introversion and Introversion Power
- going through scientific studies comparing introverts to extroverts
- applying the tips I learned in the books and online in real life to see if it works (hint: it sometimes doesn’t)
- sharing strategies I’ve come up with on my own when theories consistently didn’t work in the real world
You’ll also learn why so many Asian Americans are introverts (spoilers: it’s a mix of culture, upbringing, and who they grow up with).
Enjoy:
Question of the day: What’s the #1 action step you learned from the podcast that you will apply to your own life immediately? Leave a comment and let me know.
