Introverts vs. Extroverts: An old never-ending subject. A defense of Introversion even though such a "defense" is not necessary.
Living a quiet life in a noisy world.
MISTAKES INTROVERTS MAKE P, 172
Thinking Extroverts are shallow. I am guilty of this. Some extroverts ARE shallow, but Introverts can be shallow also. Thinking a lot does not by itself make you deep. It depends on what you are thinking about. A blanket dismissal of extroverts is itself shallow.
I am not a fan of small talk, yet small talk connects people and greases the gears of society.
Small talk can lead to deeper talk.
ESTABLISH YOUR TERRITORY P. 176
Establish boundaries with people. "I'm not going there. That's not my thing."
Introverts should establish their territory. Some things we need not apologize for. Like our aversion for the telephone. Our aversion for fast talkers. Our aversion for pointless talk just to be talking.
Unwanted people should be evicted from your mind, people who are not deserving of renting a place in your mind and heart.
We need to persevere. Motivation is more important than a precise plan, which can change over time. The "why" is more important than the "how." Plans come and go. Some succeed; some fail. Motivation must remain.
Do not be negatively swayed by others. Fight the scolding voices inside your own head. A little starch in the spine.
Mantras: Staying home is doing something. You do not have to do everything that is asked or expected of you.
I like who I like. I do not like everybody. I am not require to like everybody. I assume everybody doesn't like me. Just because I don't like everybody doesn't mean I hate people. It's not my problem if somebody is a bore or a boor.
"Nice of you to do that." Sure, it's a good feeling to do all the good you can for as long as you can.
I reserve the right to conserve my energy and use it as I please.
The freedom to say "no" and the pleasure of saying "yes" when you really mean it.
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