The Flourishing Introvert Talks

Engaging in the dreaded small talk is much easier said than done. That is why in this episode, Joanna invites some of her fellow introverts to share with us their own personal experiences with small talk and how they navigate it in their business and personal lives. As we join in on their conversations, we will uncover some useful strategies that you can apply directly into your own real-life situ...

It's hardly news that introverts don't like small talk. But that doesn't mean that introverts dislike having conversations altogether! In fact, given the right circumstances, introverts, too, can talk for hours on end. So what's the key to having meaningful and stimulating conversations with introverts? In this episode, Joanna talks about the different types of conversations we typically engage in...

Ever felt immobilized by fear, doubt, or excuses? Well, now is the time to get out of your head and make space for proper action. In this episode, Joanna talks about the crucial drivers necessary for overcoming your inertia and taking action in your work, school, or personal life. Learn how to nurture your own strengths and become a source of strength to others, as well as how to be a true listene...

There seems to be a myth going around about introverts not liking to work in teams. But perhaps most team leaders simply don't know how to best lead a team of introverts in the first place! In this episode, Joanna shares her own experiences of successful collaboration among introverts and what makes them so. You will also learn more about the 'why', 'how', and 'what' of teamwork, and what it takes...

Do you dread performance reviews and feedback sessions? If your answer is yes, then all the more you should listen to this episode! Whether you're on the giving or receiving end of them, Joanna will help you shift your perspective on feedback into a more positive and motivational one. Learn how to apply language, intention, and structure in your feedback sessions to make them more productive and c...

As Paolo Coelho says, 'You are what you believe yourself to be'. So what are some beliefs you have of yourself? Are they riddled with self-doubt? Or are you fully embracing your introversion as strengths and qualities? It's time to let go of your negative self-talk and tap into your quiet power as an introvert. In this episode, Joanna shares how you can uplevel and reinforce your self-beliefs auth...

Inspired by the Japanese concept of Kintsugi, Joanna dedicates this episode to exploring the connections between repair and introversion. Uncover the profound significance of repairing yourself through the art of Kintsugi and learn how to embrace your flaws in order to truly heal from them. It's time to break the misconception of introversion as an imperfection. You can do so by taking the Kintsug...

There are many misconceptions of introversion out there, but perhaps the most damaging ones are those that create unnecessary biases towards others. In this episode, Joanna identifies the most common behaviors, conditions, and diagnoses that have been lumped together with introversion and shows us how different they actually are from each other. Tune in as she explains these common misconceptions...

You may think that introverts all around the world are currently thriving in a lockdown, but that may actually be far from the truth. Especially for those living in busy households with no space to call their own and to recharge in, a burn-out may be inevitable if nothing is done about it. That is why in this episode, Joanna will talk you through what to do when you're experiencing burn-out, how t...

Many people probably have the misconception that introverts have a dislike for people, but don't be mistaken! We introverts need meaningful connections too, we just need to make the right ones. So how do we go about doing this? In this episode, Joanna talks you through her top 3 tips for forming more and better friendships so that you can form the perfect Friendship Circle! Learn the difference be...

Do you constantly find yourself apologizing to those around you? Are you actually remorseful when you say sorry, or is it just a habitual response most of the time? In this episode, Joanna taps into real-life examples provided by introverts in her community and her assertiveness training to teach you how to break that language pattern to form a more confident and thoughtful one. Find out how you c...

As we step into the new year, resolutions are set and promises are made to ourselves. But what if you were already setting yourself up to fail from the very moment you set those goals? In this episode, Joanna explains why conventional new year resolutions rarely ever work and her process behind setting her intentions for the coming year. Whether you're tuning in just before or halfway through the...

Do you often find yourself downplaying your abilities? Perhaps you second-guess or question yourself one too many times? If your answer is yes, then it's time to start breaking these discounting habits so you can start living authentically as an introvert. Listen in to this episode to find out how these habits sneak up on you in your daily life and what you can do to prevent them so that you too c...

 Many introverts can relate to the anxiety that the dreaded interview process brings. Am I talking enough? Am I making sense? How do I show my best side without seeming arrogant? In this episode, Joanna will talk you through the tricky territory of interviews. Learn how to present your introvert qualities as real strengths that any good employer knows they would benefit from. It's time to wear tha...

Listen to this week's episode as your host, Joanna Rawbone, shares a story of how she found her voice as an introvert and how you can too. Preparing to speak at an important meeting, she noticed her heart beating fast, felt her face flush, and felt queasy. This is a feeling many introverts can relate to. Finding a meaningful cause in that moment, Joanna was able to introduce herself powerfully.  L...

Listen in to this week's episode as your host, Joanna Rawbone, is joined by special guest Rob Kerr. By his own admission, Rob had a number of false starts in his career before he found his true path. Rob shares his journey from an unsatisfactory university experience through to a successful career as a project manager which he has now utilised as the author of 'Project Future: Six steps to success...

Wondering how to manage your manager as an introvert? In this episode, Joanna shares her advice on the matter. The first step is to get clear on your boundaries and needs. Once this is done, assertive behaviors become possible. Now, once you're clear on your boundaries, listeners will also learn how to communicate those boundaries and needs with your manager in a way that you're heard and taken se...

What are driver scripts? During this episode, Joanna will share what driver scripts are, how they develop, how to detect your own drivers, and what to do once you've identified them. They are linked to a bigger theory called Transactional Analysis which has this philosophy; People are OK, everyone has the capacity to think and people decide their own destiny and these decisions can be changed. Tun...

What does it mean to have a growth mindset? Throughout this episode, Joanna explains what having a growth mindset means, why it's important, and how to develop it. If you're content to plateau and limit your potential, then a fixed mindset will keep you there and safe. If, however, you're committed to flourishing, it's important to engage your growth mindset. Listeners will learn 5 keys areas of a...

  In this episode, Joanna is joined by Caroline Strachan, the co-founder and managing partner of Festive Road. She shares how she didn't know she was an introvert until she met our host, Joanna in 2019 when they were both preparing for their TEDx talks.  One quick conversation and she says she knew why I've been so tired throughout my career. Realising she was an introvert who needed time to recha...

What is Ikigai and what role does this play in a flourishing introverts life? In this episode, Joanna explains everything one needs to know about Ikigai- the westernized and the traditional Japanese version. To find your Ikigai, you just need to listen to your feelings. Your feelings never lie, they will tell you what makes your life worth living. This discovery within yourself will help you reach...

The simple self-reflection question "Where do you need to care for yourself more?" prompted a whole chain of thoughts culminating in this episode. Even though our host Joanna has undertaken a huge amount of self-development, she shares her disappointment at coming face to face with her deficit thinking default. She invites listeners along her to witness her own growth as she is exploring the what...

Is self-care different for introverts? Well, self care is anything you deliberately and consciously do to look after your mental, emotional, and physical health. Being an introvert, self-care mostly revolves around protecting and recharging our mental batteries. Our host, Joanna, shares some self-care activities that work for her, and she encourages listeners to let go of what the gurus say and fi...

Do you find yourself being hesitant to ask others for help? If so, you're not alone and this episode will give you some insight as to why that might be. In exploring what makes it difficult for her to ask for help, our host, Joanna shares her thoughts and some of them aren't pretty. Like other Introverts, she likes to feel independent and resourceful, but unhelpful habits and limiting beliefs have...

Limiting beliefs can take their toll and are probably costing you dearly.  If you're not sure what they are, in this episode Joanna explains how they are formed and why you can't afford to ignore them.  It starts with consciously surfacing them in order to understand which ones to edit.  This takes both commitment and a growth mindset. With the knowledge shared in this episode, listeners will be r...