Introvert Quotes

207 quotes by 126 authors

Most people in politics draw energy from backslapping and shaking hands and all that. I draw energy from discussing ideas. — Al Gore
We can't underestimate the value of silence. We need to create ourselves, need to spend time alone. If you don't, you risk not knowing yourself… — Jewel
In the first study, Grant and his colleagues analyzed data from one of the five biggest pizza chains in the United States. They discovered that… — Susan Cain
The last introvert in a world of extroverts. Silence: my response to both emptiness and saturation. But silence frightens people. I had to learn how… — Ariel Gore
Love is essential, gregariousness is optional. — Susan Cain
People empty me. I have to get away to refill. — Charles Bukowski
as a child i suppose i was not quite normal. my happiest times were when i was left alone in the house on a saturday. — Charles Bukowski
We're told that to be great is to be bold, to be happy is to be sociable. We see ourselves as a nation of extroverts… — Susan Cain
Love is essential; gregariousness is optional. Cherish your nearest and dearest. Work with colleagues you like and respect. Scan new acquaintances for those who might… — Susan Cain
Spend your free time the way you like, not the way you think you're supposed to. Stay home on New Year's Eve if that's what… — Susan Cain
INTROVERTS are especially vulnerable to challenges like marital tension, a parentâ€™s death, or abuse. Theyâ€™re more likely than their peers to react to these events… — Susan Cain
Many Introverts are also "highly sensitive," which sounds poetic, but is actually a technical term in psychology. If you are a sensitive sort, then you're… — Susan Cain
Remember that introverts react not only to new people, but also to new places and events. So donâ€™t mistake a childâ€™s caution in new situations… — Susan Cain
.. it makes sense that introverts are uniquely good at leading intiative-takers. Because of their inclination to listen to others and lack of interest in… — Susan Cain
The inquiry "who am I" turns the mind introvert and makes it calm. — Ramana Maharshi
I have always been a bit of an introvert. In fact, my dad used to force me to meet people so that my interpersonal skills… — Ashwin Sanghi
If you ask an introvert a question, wait until she thinks about it. Introverts think before speaking, not through speaking. If you want to get… — Laurie Helgoe
Often confused with shyness, introversion does not imply social reticence or discomfort. Rather than being averse to social engagement, introverts become overwhelmed by too much… — Laurie Helgoe
When someone speaks to an introvert, her brain responds with a high level of activity. It is as if several lights start flashing on a… — Laurie Helgoe
Introverts are more effective leaders of proactive employees. When you have a creative, energetic work force, an introvert is going to draw out that energy… — Laurie Helgoe

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