Solitude is important, and I know my introverted kid feels the pressure to be an extrovert -- something he is not. Wanting to go off by himself is a "problem" to be discussed at parent-teacher conferences. When he says he wants to work "independently" on a project it's frowned upon.
You all know introverts. (I know you do -- you know me, and some of you know my husband and my son. Introverts all.) I especially implore those of you in education to learn more about the care and feeding of the souls of introverts.
Oddly, I am probably far more of an introvert than you would think.
ReplyDeletethank you for helping me know my husband better!-shosh
ReplyDeleteReally good post - Ardath and I both liked Cain's talk and identified with what she was saying. Evan's introversion runs deep - not only his Mom and Dad but also 2 grandparents on my side.
ReplyDeleteIt's interesting but understandable how introverts often become ministers (or Rabbis) and college profs. Less thoughtful people look to them for wisdom and reminders of what's really important. Does the same go for bloggers?