“You are perfectly designed for God's unique purposes for your life!”
In this episode, Holley Gerth shares from her newest book,  The Powerful Purpose of Introverts: Why the World Needs You to Be You. While common stereotypes often make introverts feel like they are not enough, the truth is that God wired each of us diversely on purpose.

The good news is that being introverted or extroverted does not make one better at leading or loving people, they just do it differently. So rather than living in comparison, insecurity or fear, Holley encourages us to fully embrace who God created us to be.

To my introverted friend, hear this: there are specific God-given strengths within you that our world needs more than ever before!
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Important Takeaways from Show

The brain and nervous systems of introverts are wired completely different than extroverts
Extroverts are wired to look for ways to get more dopamine which is often found in large groups of people, whereas introverts have a more stable dopamine level within themselves already
"Half the population is made up of introverts" - Myers Briggs Foundation
Introverts will often become passionate about a specific cause and step up in a way that appears more extroverted
Introverts and extroverts can love people equally, they just do it in different ways
Both can make great leaders; many successful leaders are introverts
We may appear more or less introverted in certain seasons or roles, but our initial wiring doesn't change
Research shows that we all become more introverted as we age
Understanding who God made us to be should lead us to praise rather than pride or insecurity
Self-awareness can help us to understand and appreciate others better also
To better understand someone, you can ask "how can I love you well right now?"
Introverts do well with structure and fulfilling a specific given role
Some people are designed to be highly visible and lead out front while others are designed to lead from behind and quietly champion people or projects
Introverts can provide a calming presence in the midst of chaos
Extroverts can help energize and inspire introverts
We are exactly what God wants us to be right now and He loves us just as we are
The goal is always progress, not perfection
Trust God to complete the good work He started in you (Philippians 1:6)

COMMON QUALITIES OF AN INTROVERT:

Prefer to work in quieter, more independent environments
Highly observant  and often notice what others miss
Have a capacity and a need for solitude
Take time before making decisions or responding

I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made;
    your works are wonderful,
    I know that full well.
~ Psalm 139:14

Links from Show
BOOK: The Powerful Purpose of Introverts: Why the World Needs You to Be You
PREVIOUS EPISODE: 011: Hope Your Heart Needs with Holly Gerth | The Living Room
QUIZ: What percent introvert are you?
PODCAST:More Than Small Talk
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