The monthly In the Loop Book Club will meet Saturday, February 7 at the Harold Washington Library Center in Room 3N-6 to discuss Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking by Susan Cain.
Quiet is available in multiple formats.
Here are some discussion questions from the author's website to explore while you read the book:
- Based on the quiz in the book, do you think you’re an introvert, an extrovert or an ambivert? Are you an introvert in some situations and an extrovert in others?
- Which parts of Quiet resonated most strongly with you? Were there parts you disagreed with—and why?
- Who are your favorite introverted role models?
- Do you agree with the author that introverts can be good leaders? What role do you think charisma plays in leadership? Can introverts be charismatic?
- Do you enjoy social media such as Facebook and Twitter? Do you think this has anything to do with your temperament?
- Quiet talks about “restorative niches,” the places introverts go or the things they do to recharge their energy. What are your favorite restorative niches?
Here is a TED talk video of the author sharing her viewpoint:
