Ep 51 Why Conflating Needs, Behavior, and Diagnoses Compounds Bias

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 of introversion, how to receive proper care for some of these conditions, as well as how we can place more care into the way we describe and identify the behaviors of others.  KEY POINTS / MAIN TAKEAWAYS: How misanthropy, social anxiety, and depression are conflated with introversion.  Why it’s important to understand the differences.    PRODUCTS / RESOURCES MENTIONED: How to Stop Feeling Anxious About Anxiety | Tim Box | TedxFolkestone - watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZidGozDhOjg Access Joanna’s Brilliant Battery Boosters here: https://flourishingessentials.me   What Type of Introvert are you? Find out by taking this quiz: https://yourintroverttype.co.uk Register your interest for Introvert Elevator - a new membership launching January 21 here: https://quiet.flourishingintroverts.com/Izst1K Visit Joanna’s website here: https://www.flourishingintroverts.com   Join the Flourishing Introverts Facebook community of like-minded introverts here: https://web.facebook.com/groups/Introvertscorner/  

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Even though around half of any population identify as introverts, this is one aspect of diversity and inclusion that is often overlooked. Every Thursday join flourishing introvert and TEDx speaker Joanna Rawbone MSc, as she explores the costly challenges that introverts face on a regular basis. With her typically pragmatic approach, Joanna’s show includes a mix of 10-minute topics, interviews with inspirational introverts and episodes on how to get the best from introverts. If you are an introvert who is ready to begin or continue flourishing, a manager looking to access the potential of the introverts in your team or the loved one of an introvert wanting to understand how to improve your relationship, this is the podcast you’ve been waiting for.