The Secret Lives Of Introverts: Inside Our Hidden World

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An introvert guide & manifesto for all the quiet ones-and the people who love them Is there a hidden part of you that no one else sees? Do you have a vivid inner world of thoughts & emotions that your peers & loved ones can't seem to access? Have you ever been told you're too quiet" shy" boring" or awkward"? Are your habits & comfort zones questioned by a society that doesn't seem to get the real you? If so you might be an introvert On behalf of those who have long been misunderstood rejected or ignored fellow introvert Jenn Granneman writes a compassionate vindication exploring discovering & celebrating the secret inner world of introverts that only until recently has begun to peek out & emerge into the larger social narrative Drawing from scientific research in-depth interviews with experts & other introverts & her personal story Granneman reveals the clockwork behind the introvert's mind & why so many people get it wrong initially Whether you are a bona fide introvert an extrovert anxious to learn how we tick or a curious ambivert these revelations will answer the questions you've always had What's going on when introverts go quiet? What do introvert lovers need to flourish in a relationship? How can introverts find their own brand of fulfillment in the workplace? Do introverts really have a lot to say & how do we draw it out? How can introverts mine their rich inner worlds of creativity & insight? Why might introverts party on a Friday night but stay home alone all Saturday? How can introverts speak out to defend their needs? With other myths debunked & truths revealed The Secret Lives of Introverts is an empowering manifesto that guides you toward owning your introversion by working with your nature rather than against it in a world where you deserve to be heard