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Celebrating Quiet People: Uplifting Stories for Introverts and Highly Sensitive Persons
Celebrating Quiet A unique collection of motivational, inspirational and uplifting True stories for introverts and highly sensitive persons that you shouldn’t miss....
From the #1 best-selling author of the “Quiet Phoenix” series of books comes an outstanding collection of biographies and events that guarantee to increase your self-compassion and self-esteem, regardless of your age, gender or status in society.
This book is primarily written to celebrate the unique characteristics of quiet, introverts and highly sensitive persons.
But why should anyone write about such persons, you may wonder.
The simple answer is because most societies, whether Western or Eastern, value extroversion as an ideal.
“Successful” personalities are considered to be ‘bold, assertive, those who can take the centre stage and a fellow who is mighty likeable’.
Introverts are often misunderstood.
At home, parents worry if their quiet child is spending too much time in solitude, day dreaming whereas the real world operates through socialising and networking.
At school, teachers presume that if a child is hesitant in answering questions, that child must be displaying some kind of learning or social disability.
At work, introverts are considered to be not good ‘team players’ and lacking in enthusiasm and initiative.
And bullies (both in school and in the work place) think they are easy pushovers.
Still no one should assert that introverts do not have any strong points.
They are in fact gifted with the strengths of persistence, hard work, creativity, self-discipline, a knack for self-learning, high emotional intelligence and a rich imagination.
After all, many eminent personalities like Abraham Lincoln, Albert Einstein, Walt Disney, and even J.K. Rowling were introverts.
In fact, as the author mentions, reading a lot of psychology books (including Susan Cain’s Quiet the power of introverts in a world that can’t stop talking) made him realise of his own unique potential, and his powers (or super powers, as he would like to say) that only a few years back he was not very conscious of.
This resulted into the writing of the Quiet Phoenix series. The theme of the series was that just as the Phoenix bird has the potential to be reborn literally from the ashes, so do introverts have the power to rise from any difficult situation.
‘Celebrating Quiet People’ tells us about how some really famous introverts overcame, with steely resolve, the most difficult challenges thrown their way.
Persons associated with law, law firms or contemplating a career change may find the lessons especially relevant.
The author sincerely hopes that these stories will give you the courage to pursue your dreams and ambitions, regardless of how “outlandish” they may seem to others.
From the #1 best-selling author of the “Quiet Phoenix” series of books comes an outstanding collection of biographies and events that guarantee to increase your self-compassion and self-esteem, regardless of your age, gender or status in society.
This book is primarily written to celebrate the unique characteristics of quiet, introverts and highly sensitive persons.
But why should anyone write about such persons, you may wonder.
The simple answer is because most societies, whether Western or Eastern, value extroversion as an ideal.
“Successful” personalities are considered to be ‘bold, assertive, those who can take the centre stage and a fellow who is mighty likeable’.
Introverts are often misunderstood.
At home, parents worry if their quiet child is spending too much time in solitude, day dreaming whereas the real world operates through socialising and networking.
At school, teachers presume that if a child is hesitant in answering questions, that child must be displaying some kind of learning or social disability.
At work, introverts are considered to be not good ‘team players’ and lacking in enthusiasm and initiative.
And bullies (both in school and in the work place) think they are easy pushovers.
Still no one should assert that introverts do not have any strong points.
They are in fact gifted with the strengths of persistence, hard work, creativity, self-discipline, a knack for self-learning, high emotional intelligence and a rich imagination.
After all, many eminent personalities like Abraham Lincoln, Albert Einstein, Walt Disney, and even J.K. Rowling were introverts.
In fact, as the author mentions, reading a lot of psychology books (including Susan Cain’s Quiet the power of introverts in a world that can’t stop talking) made him realise of his own unique potential, and his powers (or super powers, as he would like to say) that only a few years back he was not very conscious of.
This resulted into the writing of the Quiet Phoenix series. The theme of the series was that just as the Phoenix bird has the potential to be reborn literally from the ashes, so do introverts have the power to rise from any difficult situation.
‘Celebrating Quiet People’ tells us about how some really famous introverts overcame, with steely resolve, the most difficult challenges thrown their way.
Persons associated with law, law firms or contemplating a career change may find the lessons especially relevant.
The author sincerely hopes that these stories will give you the courage to pursue your dreams and ambitions, regardless of how “outlandish” they may seem to others.
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Prasenjeet Kumar
190 books55 followersI am currently an Author, blogger and entrepreneur.
I love writing about things that I am truly passionate about.
I believe that my writings should help change people’s lives forever (for good, of course!).
I live in India, in the north, close to the Himalayas. I love the mountains with its temperate climate, snow covered peaks, pine and fir forests, cherry and peach blossoms and the green pastures.
I also run two websites, www.cookinginajiffy.com that I have dedicated to my mother and www.publishwithprasen.com where I share tips on self-publishing and writing.
I love writing about things that I am truly passionate about.
I believe that my writings should help change people’s lives forever (for good, of course!).
I live in India, in the north, close to the Himalayas. I love the mountains with its temperate climate, snow covered peaks, pine and fir forests, cherry and peach blossoms and the green pastures.
I also run two websites, www.cookinginajiffy.com that I have dedicated to my mother and www.publishwithprasen.com where I share tips on self-publishing and writing.
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March 4, 2015
A decent read, especially for free
I thought the author did a nice job of succinctly telling stories. Most were interesting and not a bad way to spend an hour of your life. I thought the stories were inspiring for the most part and would suggest it to other introverts as well. You can't beat free.
I thought the author did a nice job of succinctly telling stories. Most were interesting and not a bad way to spend an hour of your life. I thought the stories were inspiring for the most part and would suggest it to other introverts as well. You can't beat free.
September 30, 2015
As someone who grew up in a world where "introversion" was viewed as a character flaw that needed to be overcome, it has truly been refreshing to follow this brilliant series by Prasenjeet Kumar. How encouraging to read about very successful people who have been able to use their powers of introversion to make them more successful! Great read.
May 3, 2015
A very lovely read. Filled with both inspiring stories and useful items that one as an introvert could use.
May 21, 2015
inspirational
this book is inspirational to introverts. thanks to the author for showing introverts are smart, creative and powerful. intovert power!!
this book is inspirational to introverts. thanks to the author for showing introverts are smart, creative and powerful. intovert power!!
July 19, 2015
Comfort and inspiration for introverts
Generally rings true, yet doesn't totally jive for those of us who are. Introverts with high degree of intuition. We DO make fast and accurate decisions. The problem is getting others to trust our process. Manuscript is in need of tightening sentences occasionally, but the meaning is clear.
Generally rings true, yet doesn't totally jive for those of us who are. Introverts with high degree of intuition. We DO make fast and accurate decisions. The problem is getting others to trust our process. Manuscript is in need of tightening sentences occasionally, but the meaning is clear.
February 21, 2016
In my youth I was an extrovert to the ex-stream, but the older I become the more introverted my approach to life seems to be. I've always been attracted to introverts, although at times their choices confuse me a bit. This book is short and shares some good insights into this subject. I like the authors approach and would read additional books by this author.
July 30, 2015
As a quiet person, I really liked this book. The author wrote about his own experiences along with those of other more well known people, which I appreciate since all of our stories matter and can encourage others. This is a good book and a quick read.
December 28, 2015
As a quiet person, I really liked this book. The author wrote about his own experiences along with those of other more well known people, which I appreciate since all of our stories matter and can encourage others. This is a good book and a quick read.
September 4, 2017
Though there is nothing especially remarkable about this book, I enjoyed reading the stories of introverts and their achievements.
I wish there would have been more to it, though.
I wish there would have been more to it, though.
April 18, 2015
Enjoyed reading this book. Learned alot about myself.
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