Flawed and preachy

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As an introvert, this book sounded very interesting, especially since I've seen it mentioned a number of times around the internet as "life changing". Unfortunately, this book definitely didn't alter my life in any significant way. I already knew about a vast majority of the concepts since I've experienced most of the cases that are common for introverts. Some of the history and case studies were mildly interesting in explaining why some people are introverts, but the author just kept going on and on about certain topics for what seemed like forever.

The writing style in general was very tedious since most of the chapters start out in a weird faux documentary style of the author visiting different people and places to try to learn from different people's experiences on certain topics. I suspect this was to make it seem more intimate and less of a "knowledge dump", but instead it makes the book feel forced and less scientific. One major flaw that I noticed multiple times was that the author extrapolated meaning out of cherry picked anecdotes and then proceeded to talk about them as fact.

If I did learn anything, it's that the term introvert encompasses a huge spectrum of personal traits and characteristics. It's actually mentioned a few times, that a certain trait is common in most introverts, but not all. This makes the parts where the author proceeds to give advice on dealing with introverts that much more confusing since the advice will not cater for every person. Yes, most of the advice is a good starting point, but each person is different and as a manager, partner, friend or parent, you would be better served by actually talking to the person and working things out with them as individuals.

The general tone of the book was also overly "introverts are special", which is a shame, since the people who would actually benefit from this book more are the extroverted people who have an overly simplistic view on the topic of introversion. However, because of the tone, I doubt they'd enjoy reading it since half the time, they're made out to be this evil entity that's oppressing the poor, helpless introverts. I guess teenagers who struggle with being social would get a lot out of this book as well, but that's about the only audience that will enjoy it. Most adult introverts already know how to live with their personality and understand their situation in a society that prefers extroversion. This book is disturbingly flawed, often boring and preachy, so while there is definitely some useful information contained within, I'd be hesitant to recommend it.

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One of the best books to listen to!

Loved it, I'd give this book 10/10.
Well written and perfectly narrated by a soft voice.

Thank you for a thought provoking enlighting book

although I just finished it - I believe I can also say "life changing"

Awesome read

Loved it, it was very insightful and memorable. I have recommended this book to a few persons.

7 stars

This is one of the most interesting books that I’ve listened to so far.
It answered a lot of questions around why people act the way that they do.

Amazing book

Clear and thoughtful selection of words, being parent of a quiet child I would say this book is an amazing authority on topic

So much more than the title suggests

Susan provides a lot more than just good insight into the power of introversion. The book also explains why different personalities behave the way that they do, how to better deal with those personalities and to best use your own personality type to your advantage. Thoroughly enjoyed it.

Eye-opening book

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I found it compelling and rather eye-opening as the author unveils what lies behind being an introvert and an extrovert. It shows us what each personality type means and how it differs from temperament, among other topics the book is divided into.

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It is a must read in a society full of reality shows that overrate being an extrovert when we need the best of each and one of us to make a better world.

Great read!

Really enjoyed the contrast of Extraverts and Introverts. Well researched and good storytelling. A book representing the missing puzzle.

Great Book!

Great book. A lot of good example how to deal and manage introvertion. excellent option for introverts, parents with introverted children and people managing introverted employees.