Have you ever wondered where you
belong and who you really are? That was my question about myself. I had no idea
of who I actually was, I would just roll with the punches and go day to day. After
growing up and having more experiences with life and people, I began to change.
I could see it happening and didn’t know how to prevent it or if I even wanted
to. When I was younger I was a social butterfly and loved to perform for
everyone. Now although I still enjoy the same activities I would rather be
around a small group of friends and family. I have come to the conclusion after
reading the first few chapters in Quiet
that I am an ambivert. I have both introvert and extrovert tendencies. On the
introvert side of things I am a thinker, I often think before I speak and am
soft spoken. Any time conflict can be avoided would be best. On the other hand,
I have extrovert tendencies. I love meeting and carrying on conversations with
people even if I have never met them before. I also love adventure and risk
taking. I think it helps you live. This book has helped me figure myself out
more than I thought it could.
The first few chapters gave great
examples of the differences between the past culture and that of today. I never
realized how our society has turned to be very judgmental toward our peers. It’s
crazy to think about how we are conditioned to act to fit into society. Even
though being one or the other isn’t a bad thing. Then why do so many people
want to hide the fact they are introverts. Especially when they are just as
talented and capable of achieving very similar goals. I think that Quiet has opened the door to exploring
our different personalities and that its okay to be yourself.
I love how you started with a question. Because I was the same way going through the day no knowing really knowing anything. Once I got into high school my senior year is when I really found out what was all going on. I agree with what you had to say about the book that it has opened the door because anyone can be themselves and not have to hide it.
ReplyDeleteFist off I love the title of your blog! I can relate to a lot of what you wrote about. In high school and when I first got into college I felt that i needed to socialize and make as many friends and join as many clubs as possible. But, as I get older I realize that isn't who I am. I enjoy spending my time with my family and boyfriend. I feel like everyone asks the question ":who am I:?" and the most important thing is to be comfortable with being you and not doing what is expected from others.
ReplyDeleteFist off I love the title of your blog! I can relate to a lot of what you wrote about. In high school and when I first got into college I felt that i needed to socialize and make as many friends and join as many clubs as possible. But, as I get older I realize that isn't who I am. I enjoy spending my time with my family and boyfriend. I feel like everyone asks the question ":who am I:?" and the most important thing is to be comfortable with being you and not doing what is expected from others.
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