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The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos

The Introvert's Guide to Extroversion

Oct 23, 2023
Jessica Pan, author of "Sorry I'm Late, I Didn't Want to Come," dives into her personal journey of overcoming severe introversion. She shares the emotional challenges of social gatherings and reveals her year-long experiment to embrace extroversion. Jessica discusses the psychological benefits of stepping out of comfort zones and how engaging with strangers can boost happiness. Through her experiences and humor, she illustrates the joy that can come from genuine connections and the transformation from a timid introvert to a more outgoing individual.
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  • Introverts can learn to enjoy being more outgoing and benefit from increased social interaction.
  • Embracing extroverted behaviors can lead to personal growth and increased social confidence for introverts.

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Discovering Introversion

The podcast episode explores author Jessica Pan's experiences as an introvert and her journey to understand and embrace her introverted nature.

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