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A review by hapgar
Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking by Susan Cain
4.0
My favorite non-fiction read in quite a while. I found myself saying, "Yes, exactly!" quite often. I'm an introvert who was blessed to grow up in a home where introversion was valued, but I see so many who feel inferior because they don't enjoy loud, people-filled times.
Admittedly it was biased toward the introvert, and there were times when the reporting seemed to skip "the other side of the story", but I did even find a few hints on understanding my extroverted husband and why he works the way he does sometimes. I also found ideas for helping my introverted kiddos harness and appreciate their power.
I especially appreciated the section on the changes in our culture from one of Character to one of Personality... especially as seen in the evangelical movement.
I have several people in my life, both introverts and extroverts, to whom I'll be recommending this book.
Admittedly it was biased toward the introvert, and there were times when the reporting seemed to skip "the other side of the story", but I did even find a few hints on understanding my extroverted husband and why he works the way he does sometimes. I also found ideas for helping my introverted kiddos harness and appreciate their power.
I especially appreciated the section on the changes in our culture from one of Character to one of Personality... especially as seen in the evangelical movement.
I have several people in my life, both introverts and extroverts, to whom I'll be recommending this book.