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Celebrating the Strengths of Quietness and Solitude: Gaining More Understanding of the Introverts Among Us
Thanks to Michele Maize for inspiring this article!
Being an introvert can often be misunderstood and even, at times, looked down upon in today’s society. Many people view introversion as a weakness, a flaw, or something that needs to be fixed. But what if I told you that being an introvert is not a weakness, but rather a strength? That our quiet nature and need for solitude is not something to be ashamed of, but instead something to be celebrated.
According to renowned researcher and author Brene Brown, “Introverts are capable of acting like extroverts for the sake of work they consider important, people they love, or anything they value highly.” This quote perfectly captures the idea that introverts are not anti-social or incapable of social interactions, but rather they choose to use their energy wisely and in the pursuit of things that truly matter to…
