In today’s video I share the story of how I learned to accept one characteristic of myself- my introverted nature! I offer a book recommendation and a more general tip for self-acceptance.
The book I mention is Quiet: The Power of Introverts In a World That Can’t Stop Talking, by Susan Cain.
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Have you ever struggled with accepting a part of yourself? What helped you? Also, have you read Quiet? What did you think? Leave a comment below!
Alison, I’m so glad you are recommending this book! I’ll second the praise – it really helped me to see how our society is often designed around extroversion, and how it often undervalues the strengths that introverts can have. The book instigated some really important discussions with my teaching colleagues about both teachers and students who are introverts, and what we can be doing to support them more in school to do their best work. Thanks for spreading the word that accepting who we are is important!
How cool to hear that you and your colleagues brought this material into schools! Thanks for stopping by, further explaining the book, and adding your recommendation Anna. Always lovely to hear from you!
Thanks for mentioning Susan Cain’s book, Alison. I read it several years ago and thought it was excellent. As someone who is deeply introverted, I mostly bristle at the popular misinterpretations of that trait. I am not socially maladept, a friendless “loner,” incapable of playing nicely with other children, or boring. I enjoy solitude and draw energy from contemplative activities that include reading, writing, spending time in outdoors in gardens and natural settings, and good conversation with one or two friends at a time.
Well said! Thanks for adding to this conversation Anne. 🙂