There is a common misconception that introverts are always shy. It is about time we clear that up and help people to understand the difference between introversion and shyness. This episode is all about clarifying the difference between these two concepts so that people will better understand both and we take another step towards helping people to understand introversion, as well as those who are more introverted, better.
 
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With a strong focus on results, performance, and showing what you have achieved, there is a pervasive belief in, especially in the Western world, that if you don't do these things openly and often, that you are not ambitious. That when you are more quietly working towards your goals it doesn't count. 

In this episode we go a bit deeper into this and look at where this different way of behaving and working towards our goals come from and how the quiet ones can also be very ambitious.

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We all have critics in our lives and we all need to deal with what they say about us and how they are trying to influence us. It can be a struggle, especially is the critics are those most close to us. In this episode we go deeper into criticism and, how to look at it, and how to deal with it.

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In today's episode we move a step further than just accepting your introversion. We're going into fully embracing your introverted nature, the benefits of it, the importance of it, and how it will change your life around.

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Acceptance is an easy thing to talk about, but it can be quite the challenge. Accepting our introverted nature is no different but doing so will make a tremendous difference in your life. In this episode I give you some insight in the importance of accepting your introverted nature.

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Many people who are more introverted don't mind having their social plans cancelled because to them the alternative of staying at home is something that's often very enjoyable.

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Hayley tells her story of going from depression to a life filled with joy and the journey of 15 years and counting it has taken her to get there.

It's a story that many people will be able to relate to in one way or another and it's filled with tips on how to get out of that deep dark place and back into the light to live a life you enjoy.

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The points we’ve covered. 

• The first is when meetings are planned in advance
• The second point is to contribute what you think is valuable
• Third we went over thinking to yourself that when you are not speaking up that is whether you have nothing to contribute or whether you’re being shy
• Next we covered that there is power in speaking up every now and then when you are usually quiet
• After that we covered the point of raising your hand when you want to make a subtle guest of “I have something to say but I’m going to resort to shouting”
• I really emphasised the point of not underselling yourself. Really know that, what you have to say is probably going to be valuable so don’t get caught in the imposter syndrome and think that you have nothing valuable to add
• And last we went over being put on the spot. How you can prevent that by letting people know up front that doesn’t work for you and when you are put on the spot, how you can deal with it by saying “I have nothing to add” or “when something comes to mind I will let you know”

Timestamp
01:33 Planned in advance
02:04 Contribute what you think is valuable
03:16 Nothing to add or being shy
04:47 The power of being quiet
06:07 Raising your hand
07:41 Don't undersell yourself
09:00 Being put on the spot
12:08 Summary

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The concept of "being alone together" is something many introverts love. But it's also like the case of both wanting to have your cake and eat it at the same time. You can’t really have both. 

But sometimes someone comes on your path who is able to give you exactly that. And if you are someone like that in the life of an introvert, that makes you a special person to them for sure.

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Labels are great for things but not so much for people because people cannot be defined by just a simple label. 

How do you define introversion and how potentially limiting is your definition?

How much do your limitations have to do with your introverted nature and how much of it is lack of skill, experience, knowledge, and attitude? 

Try to redefine your definition of introversion to one that is less limiting and more empowering and see how that can benefit you. 

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