Ep 260 Rattling Cages, Fuelling Change and Flourishing!

02/20/25 • 20 min

For those who believe introverts do not talk because they have nothing to say, the 260 Episodes and 22 Seasons of this podcast prove they couldn't be more wrong. And 65,000+ downloads across 58 countries speak for themselves that introverts are listening, and supporting the mission I am on - to rattle the cages of bias towards the extravert ideal in workplaces and our communities.

Oh I was afraid, but I put my fear to good use by making it the fuel for my mission. Despite all the scepticism and external resistance that heightened my own internal resistance, I remain committed to advocating for we introverts through this podcast and other expansive work I am actively involved in.

Let us continue dismantling the biases against we introverts as we encourage understanding, inclusivity and collaboration all around.

*** Key Points ***

Celebrate the wins of we introverts
Defy resistance with resilience in journey of advocacy
Inclusion is an ongoing journey not a destination

*** Resources ***

Visit https://hub.flourishingintroverts.com/resourcesp for tools and resources mentioned during the podcast.

Let us continue dismantling the biases against we introverts as we encourage understanding, inclusivity and collaboration all around.

*** Key Points ***

Celebrate the wins of we introverts
Defy resistance with resilience in journey of advocacy
Inclusion is an ongoing journey not a destination

*** Resources ***

Visit https://hub.flourishingintroverts.com/resourcesp for tools and resources mentioned during the podcast.

Previous Episode

Ep 259 Empowering Future Generations

I was in my 30s when I first realised and understood that I am neither broken nor abnormal but just an introvert. Oh, how wonderful it would have been if I knew that in my younger years. Better even if the adults around me understood my introversion.

Through this episode, I want to highlight the significance of nurturing young introverts by drawing on my extensive experience in learning and development to help today's generations provide the right support to empower the future generations. In particular it would be helpful for them to understand introversion, about the impact of extravert bias and about power of inclusion.

Let's help our future generations know head-on that their introversion isn't something that need fixing. Instead, it is their power and their introvert strengths can truly set them up for success. We have the ability to enable that by creating environments that support their needs. Let's together raise a generation of empowered individuals who are comfortable as their true selves.

*** Key Points ***

Empower young introverts as future leaders
Importance of building self-esteem early
Creating supportive and inclusive environments

*** Resources ***

Visit https://hub.flourishingintroverts.com/resourcesp for tools and resources mentioned during the podcast.

Next Episode

Ep 261 The Productivity Trap

Productivity, Productivity, Productivity - the word is being thrown around by the broligarchs who are pushing the hustle-grind with unreasonable deadlines, back to back meetings and a way to put human needs at the backburner.

I talk about how brobsession with efficiency over effectiveness leads to toxic productivity, undermining our well-being and ignoring their duty of care towards their teams. But efficiency has never been as powerful as effectiveness, and then these latest diktats ... and you'll find me having a laugh but the matter is serious nonetheless.

I highlight why toxic productivity compromises our wellbeing and forcing us to participate in a work culture that's helping no one. Then there are 'influencers generously sharing their way' but what's the real cost of falling for that?

We need to redefine success to include genuine contributions and impact over mere activity, and create inclusive workplaces where everyone thrives.

*** Key Points ***