The Year of the Introvert Quotes

“As an introvert explorer, your soul’s goal is to come home to itself.”
― Michaela Chung, The Year of the Introvert: A Journal of Daily Inspiration for the Inwardly Inclined

“LOVE YOURSELF TODAY BY JUST BEING Be wrong, be right, be strong, be weak, be fierce, be afraid—be whatever your heart wants you to be in this moment. First and foremost, be honest. The worst thing to be is a lie.”
― Michaela Chung, The Year of the Introvert: A Journal of Daily Inspiration for the Inwardly Inclined

“A lot of people think I'm brave because I quit my job and traveled the world alone in search of purpose. And yes, doing this required a lot of courage. But for introverts like me, there are things that care us even more than performing or traveling solo. At the top of the list might be saying "I love you" for the first time, or opening up to someone new. Remember, the bravest acts happen in quiet moments. When you feel afraid to speak up or try something new, but you do it anyway, you are the definition of courage.”
― Michaela Chung, The Year of the Introvert: A Journal of Daily Inspiration for the Inwardly Inclined

“November 1 SINGING YOUR OWN PRAISES “Piglet noticed that even though he had a Very Small Heart, it could hold a rather large amount of Gratitude.” —A. A. Milne, Winnie-the-Pooh As an introvert, you might have grown up feeling anything but grateful for your personality. You tried to cure your introversion by mimicking extroverted behavior. Of course, this didn’t work because you can’t fix what isn’t broken. You are an introvert. You like people, but sometimes you like your alone time more. You think deeply and choose your words carefully. You enjoy different pastimes than the extrovert down the street. None of this makes you a bad person. In fact, there are billions of other people who share your preferences. So, let’s try a different approach, shall we? Let’s try on a little self-acceptance for size. Instead of trying to fix or cure, let’s celebrate our strengths. For the longest time, I saw my quietness as a fatal flaw, a sign that I was not friendly or feminine enough. Now, I see it as just another piece of the intricate mosaic that is my personality. Alongside my quietness, there is also intuition, wisdom, and an ability to read between the lines. Sure, I speak slowly and pause often, but I am singing on the inside. Those who matter can hear my silent song. This month’s entries will help you to see the beauty in your introverted nature and guide you toward singing your own praises (quietly, of course).”
― Michaela Chung, The Year of the Introvert: A Journal of Daily Inspiration for the Inwardly Inclined

“They say curiosity killed the cat, but that was only the tenth time. During his other nine lives, the cat relished in the boons of his curiosity.”
― Michaela Chung, The Year of the Introvert: A Journal of Daily Inspiration for the Inwardly Inclined

“I’m restless. Things are calling me away. My hair is being pulled by the stars again.” —Anaïs Nin, Fire: From A Journal of Love”
― Michaela Chung, The Year of the Introvert: A Journal of Daily Inspiration for the Inwardly Inclined

“the bravest acts happen in quiet moments. When you feel afraid to speak up or try something new, but you do it anyway, you are the definition of courage.”
― Michaela Chung, The Year of the Introvert: A Journal of Daily Inspiration for the Inwardly Inclined