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Have you noticed how much we hear about introverts and extroverts in the media and in everyday conversation these days? Do you know which one you are? Are you clear on what these terms really mean? Susan Cain has written a fantastic book called Quiet:The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking. Her Ted Talk has been viewed over 9,000,000 times! Susan maintains that our society is set up to favor and promote extroverts. Yet it’s estimated that over a third of us are introverts. Introverts sometimes feel devalued and not aware of the unique gifts they have to share with all of us. Through a combination of lecture, group discussion, and experiential activity, you will learn how introversion and extroversion are defined. You will learn how being an introvert can impact on your family and work life. You will learn how to become more sensitive to the needs of both introverts and extroverts. You will learn how to find out more about introverts and extroverts.