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Zane Gates
August 11, 2025
Up until reading this book, I had only recently become somewhat interested in learning about psychology and why we do the things we do. I had pretty much accepted that everyone is different and that's just the way it is. And there's nothing wrong with accepting that, I suppose, but after reading this book I feel everyone could benefit to some degree by learning a little more about their personality and WHY they are the way they are. I've felt like an outsider my whole life, with unusual ideas and ways of doing things. In my adult life, I've unwittingly been able to use these traits to achieve success in my career. Although I had managed to find success in many areas of my life, I remained feeling uneasy about my tendency to not fit in with groups, or relate to most people. This book offers very practical, sensible answers to my questions based on thorough research and immense effort on the part of the author. She went to great lengths to try to answer a question a lot of people have: why am I the way I am? Of course there is no simple answer for any one person, but this author has managed to pinpoint many of the key influences. It is well written and easy to grasp, while extremely informative at the same time. Susan Cain does a great job of not making it about whether being an introvert or extrovert is better; it's about learning to assess what type of personality you have, how to deal with your strengths and weaknesses, and how to shape your life in a way to breed success and contentment. It's about learning how to be true to yourself, and I found it extremely helpful in understanding that other people aren't necessarily better or worse than me, just different. I feel like after reading this book, I will have more ability to make decisions in my life that will maximize positive influences while minimizing negative. I feel I have a better understanding of myself, and of the different types of individuals I will unavoidably meet in my life. If you've ever felt you don't fully understand yourself, or others, I highly recommend reading this book.
Yash Sanghani
August 2, 2025
"Quiet" is a remarkable book that sheds light on the often-overlooked strengths of introverts in a society that often values extroversion. Susan Cain's insightful exploration of introversion is both empowering and enlightening. She discusses the science behind introversion, dispels myths, and offers valuable advice for introverts navigating a predominantly extroverted world. This book is a must-read for introverts and extroverts alike, offering a new perspective on personality and success. Highly recommended, it's a definite 5-star read.
Shami
July 3, 2025
Quiet is an eye-opening book that challenges the way we think about introversion. After reading it for a week, I gained a deeper appreciation for the strengths of introverts and how society often undervalues them. The book is well-researched, filled with engaging stories, and offers practical insights for both introverts and extroverts. Whether you’re looking to understand yourself better or improve your interactions with others, this book is a great read. Highly recommended!
Melissa
June 25, 2025
I loved this book and will read it again. Great information.
djk
June 23, 2025
A well researched book, and compiled with care, the author has done a great job at putting to rest the idea that introversion is an inherently negative thing, to be valued in its own right similar to extroversion (without elevating or denigrating either). I liked the Introverts Manifesto, as provided at the beginning of the book, and really found Chapter 11 (On Cobblers and Generals), in regards to the raising and support of introverted children, to be particularly absorbing. All in all, a great book if you consider yourself (or know someone) on the introvert spectrum. Also a great complement to the book 'The Highly Sensitive Man' by Tom Falkenstein.
Customer
June 14, 2025
Im a very introverted type so it was nice to read a self help styled book that didnt scream extrovert. That being said I still did not feel fully connected to the material, in some cases it still rang off as a little more extrovert for my taste.
Sandra Rennick
June 5, 2025
The sub-title of the book intrigued me because, as an introvert, I feel that so many people talk without really saying anything and yet they seem compelled to talk. I worked in an open space office for some years and the constant chatter almost drove me crazy. I would go home some nights very stressed. There was no way to shut it out. All my life I have never been able to talk just for the sake of talking or to fill empty air, yet I felt uncomfortable letting silence fall so I tried and it taxed my energy - I did not enjoy doing that. At some point, I decided that I wasn't going to do that anymore. There is nothing wrong with being silent but the rest of the world seems to expect constant talk, ironically called 'conversation'. It was hard at first, but I learned to be very comfortable with it. I came to the conclusion that there is nothing wrong with being an introvert! I am articulate and am not hesitant to speak out with my thoughts and opinions when it's meaningful and I'm in an interesting conversation with someone or with a small group of people because we are all contributing to a real conversation.What this book does is to validate those introverts - myself included - that have been made to feel that there is something 'wrong' with them when they sit quietly in a group that is chattering madly. There is nothing 'wrong' with being an introvert - it's just a different way of relating to people and to the world in general. I think we do think 'deep' thoughts and we are interested in many subjects and want to learn about them in depth. We definitely do have a certain 'power' that extroverts don't have. And yet the world needs both kinds of people. So if you are an introvert and have felt alone in this classification, fear not. You are not alone and you are powerful. Value the strengths you have and don't feel compelled to join in when you don't want to.
Privateinternet
May 27, 2025
Good reading.
Carola
May 7, 2025
Non ho letto personalmente il libro, l' ho acquistato per regalarlo, ma è stato apprezzato
Jocelyn Tan
April 4, 2025
Brilliantly written. Thought provoking. Never a dry moment
hatem sobol
February 6, 2025
One of the best reads!
Zoom
January 27, 2025
This book completely fascinated me. It was interesting from the beginning to the end and I could relate to so much of what is written. It is intelligent, well written. The different points Mrs. Cain makes throughout the book come across perfectly clear and she also presents a very wide and interesting range of sources. This book should be required reading for every person interested in what happens in their inner world. The only downside I can potentially see with some readers is that this book might be understood as an ego boost to justify the "status" of introvert and not taking any action related to the difficulties and setbacks that always come with being an introvert. This book is meant to expand the reader's vision, not narrow it. Unfortunately, I know some people that use such information as a shield and an excuse to not solve their problem and I do think many more will see it that way.
Iris R.
January 24, 2025
Very interesting read but the paperback is badly binded. It obviously looks new but in every 5 pages you can expect a loose sheet.
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