There was a time when being shy or introverted was considered to be a social anxiety disorder and could be treated by a drug like Zoloft. While social anxiety disorders to exist and being treated by drugs such as that helps patients lead a normal life, preferring to be quiet or spend time alone is not necessarily a disorder and can sometimes lead to a life just as productive, or in cases, more so, than more extroverted companions. In her new book, Susan Cain, consultant, negation expert and presentation coach, explores the differences between shyness, introversion and social anxiety disorders. She explains how introverts and the way they think and operate differs from their more extroverted colleagues and offers ways to use these quieter tendencies to their advantage in many situations. She discusses nature versus nurture in the way we develop and how extroverts can use introverted characteristics in different situations to great effect. Very thoroughly researched with detailed notes, Cain also conducted many interviews and includes personal narratives from introverts who have learned to turn their way of acting and reacting in social situations to their advantage. Included is a short quiz to help you determine your introverted or extroverted tendencies. A very enjoyable read that offers much to consider.
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