Quote by Jeffrey Kluger

Spare a thought for the poor introverts among us. In a world of party animals and glad-handers, they're the ones who stand by the punch bowl. In a world of mixers and pub crawls, they prefer to stay home with a book. Everywhere around them, cell phones ring and e-mails chime and they just want a little quiet.

Spare a thought for the poor introverts among us. In a world

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This quote highlights the plight of introverts in a society that favors extroverted traits. It depicts introverts as being overlooked or misunderstood due to their preference for solitude and quiet activities over socializing and constant stimulation. It encourages readers to empathize with introverts who may feel pressured to conform to extroverted norms and to appreciate their need for calmness and reflection in a world that seems to value constant social engagement.

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