The Introvert Advantage, Marti Olsen Laney, PsyD
The Introvert Advantage, Marti Olsen Laney, PsyD
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The Introvert Advantage
How to Thrive in an Extrovert World

Author: Marti Olsen Laney, PsyD

Narrator: Tamara Marston

Unabridged: 10 hr 25 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 08/07/2013


Synopsis

Some people—a sizeable minority— prefer to avoid the limelight, tend to listen more than they speak, feel alone in large groups, and require lots of private time to restore their energy. Often they feel different, not right, less than. But as Marti Olsen Laney proves, that is far from the truth.

The Introvert Advantage dispels common myths about introverts—they're not necessarily shy, aloof, or antisocial—and explains how they are hardwired from birth to focus inward, so outside stimulation such as chitchat, phone calls, parties, or office meetings can easily become “too much.” Most importantly, it thoroughly refutes many introverts' belief that something is wrong with them. Instead, it helps them recognize their inner strengths—their analytical skills, ability to think outside the box, and strong powers of concentration. It provides tools to improve relationships with partners, kids, colleagues, and friends, while offering dozens of tips, including 8 ways to showcase their abilities at work and strategies for socializing. In short, The Introvert Advantage shows introverts how to take advantage of their special qualities not only to survive in an extrovert-oriented world, but to thrive.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Jennifer on July 22, 2007

The two things I heard most in my youth: "Where did you get that red hair?" (which always struck me as wildly dumb, and/or inappropriate. what if I was adopted? or did people really think a first grader would dye her hair - dye it pumpkin orange, no less??) And the other: "Why are you so quiet?" (bec......more

Goodreads review by Tim on March 03, 2009

Since reading Mr. Jung's book about personality types, I have often wondered what use or point these types of classifications can really have. Mr. Jung, himself, cautions that though thinking about personality types can be enlightening, we should never make the mistake of thinking that we are talkin......more

Goodreads review by Candace on February 16, 2009

I seriously want to buy this book for every single introvert I know. After that, I want to buy this book for every single extrovert I know. Truth is, this book has treated a topic that is seriously underrated and has been the source of my anxiety for many, many years. There are so many interesting fac......more

Goodreads review by Ginny on July 10, 2008

I have a generally negative view of pop psychology books, but couldn’t resist this one. And although it is lightweight and pretty ascientific, there were just enough “hey, that’s me!” moments to make me feel like I learned something. Laney is a librarian turned psychologist who is herself an introve......more

Goodreads review by Rose on April 09, 2023

First, a disclaimer. I am not an introvert. However, most of the most significant people in my life do count as introverts, and know themselves as such. When this book came my way, in 2002, I was curious to learn more about them, and also to be of greater service to my Energy Spirituality clients. NO......more