The Irresistible Introvert
Harness the Power of Quiet Charisma in a Loud World
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- $16.99
Publisher Description
Learn the tools to shed your mask of extroversion, develop your own magnetism, and reveal the true you.
One third to one half of Americans are introverts in a culture that celebrates—even enforces—an ideal of extroversion and a cult of personality. Political leaders are charismatic, celebrities bask in the spotlight, and authority figures are assertive. It is no surprise that a “quiet revolution” has begun to emerge among the “invisible” half of the population, asserting that they are just as powerful in their own unique ways.
The Irresistible Introvert embodies the spirit of this revival and breaks down the myth that charisma is reserved for extroverts only. This mini manifesto shows introverts how to master the art of quiet magnetism in a noisy world—no gregariousness required! Within these pages, you’ll discover how to shed the mask of extroversion and reveal a more compelling (and authentic) you. You’ll also learn how to:
• Master the inner game of intrigue
• Manage your energy for optimal engagement
• Create an emotional ecosystem for charisma
• Establish introverted intimacy
• Cultivate communication skills for quiet types
As a “professional” charismatic introvert, author Michaela Chung demonstrates that you no longer have to forcefully push yourself outward into the world against your nature, but can rather magnetize people inward toward the true you. In the process, you’ll learn to embrace your “innie life” and discover potential you never knew you had.
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Life coach Chung educates her fellow introverts on how to effectively use their innate strengths while making slight behavioral adjustments to achieve self-esteem and earn respect from others. On a mission to combat a perceived social "bias toward extroversion" where gregariousness is rewarded and the more withdrawn are unappreciated or ostracized, Chung celebrates the introvert's natural magnetism, loyalty, intuition, and empathy. She covers coping skills for introverts to cultivate, such as creating time and space to retreat and recharge, and tips to "extend our social batteries" to get the most out of social activities without becoming overstimulated. For those struggling with emotional roadblocks, she suggests creative expression and clever mental tricks of personification. She also discusses some introversion-specific problems surrounding intimacy and how to overcome them. Exercises show readers how to "perform an energy audit," identify their own goals and desires apart from societal norms, and project when speaking. With public interest in introversion currently on the upswing, this is a useful all-purpose guide, particularly for younger readers who have not had the life experience to develop these skills on their own.
