The Introvert's Way
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Average rating2.5
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Ratings4
Average rating2.5
For anyone who loved Susan Cain’s Quiet, comes this practical manifesto sharing the joys of introversion… This clever and pithy book challenges introverts to take ownership of their personalities...with quiet strength. Sophia Dembling asserts that the introvert’s lifestyle is not “wrong” or lacking, as society or extroverts would have us believe. Through a combination of personal insights and psychology, The Introvert’s Way helps and encourages introverts to embrace their nature, to respect traits they may have been ashamed of and reframe them as assets. You’re not shy; rather, you appreciate the joys of quiet. You’re not antisocial; instead, you enjoy recharging through time alone. You’re not unfriendly, but you do find more meaning in one-on-one connections than large gatherings. By honoring what makes them unique, this astute and inspiring book challenges introverts to “own” their introversion, igniting a quiet revolution that will change how they see themselves and how they engage with the world.
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While this book is more conversational and less scientific than Quiet, I did not enjoy it as much. The whole book felt more targeted to a younger reader, someone in high school, college or just starting in the professional world which is completely fine. I just didn't feel I had as much to gain from reading it. I stopped reading about 2/3rds of the way through the book.
I think the book relied too heavily on the introvert's aversion to social situations like parties. Quiet focuses more on academic and professional challenges which I find more valuable. Color me old and crotchety, but after the third or fourth exposition about how difficult it is to not be a party pariah, I just wanted to say “Go home and read a book and stop caring about it!”
