The Secret Shame of Introverts | Monica Parkin | TEDxCherryCreekHS

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In this thought-provoking talk, Monica Parkin delves into the hushed corners of introversion, shedding light on the often unspoken struggles introverts face in an extroverted world. Join us as she reveals the way out of the “secret shame” and into the power of embracing yourself while enjoying success. Monica Parkin is the author of the bestselling book “Overcoming Awkward, an Introvert’s Guide to Networking, Marketing and Sales” which combines personal memoir with practical guidance and serves as a powerful testament to transformation for introverts seeking to overcome barriers and achieve success. Her writing has also been published in esteemed publications such as The Glass Hammer, The Business Post, and the Journal of Sales Transformation. Through these contributions, she continues to deepen the understanding and empowerment of introverts in various professional arenas.
As the host of the popular podcast, “Juggling Without Balls,” she fearlessly delves into the intricacies of life, work, and personal growth. With a blend of humor, insight, and genuine compassion, Monica explores the art of balancing multiple aspects of our lives without losing who we are. Through her conversations with people from all walks of life, she sheds light on the untapped potential within each of us. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

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  • @jbystromwriter
    @jbystromwriter6 ай бұрын

    Intriguing to me that such a variety of people reached out to you with direct messages, not wanting to be known as an Introvert. As an introvert, myself I found your talk gave me a new opportunity to reflect on navigating the world with the many extroverts in my life. Congratulations, Monica, on a thought-provoking TEDX Talk, from one Introvert to another, we're both rocking it!

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    Indeed you are doing amazing things in the world Jocelyn. Thank you for your sincere and thoughtful comments.

  • @tinyhousebigfarm4471
    @tinyhousebigfarm44716 ай бұрын

    Monica is a powerful introvert superwoman. Her story is raw and real. She gives introverts like me permission to be who we really are and still succeed! I had the privilege of working with her on her amazing book - Overcoming Awkward. And she did more to change my life than I did to impact hers. What a gem!

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    You inspire me Angee. So lucky to have access to your incredible talent! Could not have done it without you ❤

  • @nisazadeh
    @nisazadeh6 ай бұрын

    Monica's message here is really great. Being an extravert myself, I have been aware of some of the struggles people with introverted personalities experience in life. But it never occurred to me that they might even live a secret shame of being an introvert. Thank you Monica for sharing about your personal journey and your findings. This message can be an much needed eye-opener for many people out there!

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks for listening!

  • @sabrinalovesjustice
    @sabrinalovesjustice6 ай бұрын

    Such a great talk! I've always hated job descriptions that specifically ask for extroverted candidates. What a missed opportunity! Congratulations, Monica!

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Sabrina, you are such an inspiration:)

  • @BeverlyGolem-he2yf
    @BeverlyGolem-he2yf6 ай бұрын

    Thoroughly enjoyed listening to this thought provoking presentation about introverts and their potential in the business world

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

  • @nicksheltoncomedy
    @nicksheltoncomedy6 ай бұрын

    I love this talk! Thanks so much for sharing. It's important that us introverts can feel comfortable in our own skin, own it and make the most of it. Thanks so much for your insight!

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Nick. Means a lot from another introvert!

  • @azeye2020
    @azeye20206 ай бұрын

    Congratulations, Monica! Given that I have been a lifelong introvert, I can certainly appreciate and respect everything in your message as it is right on point! Keep up the fantastic work that you are doing!

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    Thank you. I loved your talk and value your feedback:)

  • @Beinginawareness
    @Beinginawareness6 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for this Talk, Monica! I really needed to hear this being an introvert and wondering if I will ever get successful in business.

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    You absolutely will! Thanks for your comment

  • @KimberlyPierce-fx8dk
    @KimberlyPierce-fx8dk6 ай бұрын

    Another inspiring take away Monica ! Awesome job !

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the listen Kim❤

  • @jaciakornwise
    @jaciakornwise6 ай бұрын

    Fantastic job! Your voice is so soothing and your message delightfully conveyed. I truly enjoyed this talk. Met empower introverts everywhere! Great job Monica

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Jacia. Loved yours 🥰

  • @LearningTantraTV
    @LearningTantraTV6 ай бұрын

    Love it! So important to know what you need and advocate for yourself.

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Tanja!

  • @lee-annmcellister1177
    @lee-annmcellister11776 ай бұрын

    Great job Monica! Thank you for sharing your message

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks for listening !

  • @bondji1
    @bondji16 ай бұрын

    I can relate to being an introvert. And yes, her message about the strengths an introvert has to offer is significant! I can definitely relate to the issue of fearing that my being an introvert gives me a disadvantage when the opposite is actually true. Great talk and important message for all of us introverts... being ourself and being confident that who we are gives us an advantage!

  • @monkirby

    @monkirby

    6 ай бұрын

    So true! Thanks for the comment.

  • @brianparkinson4927
    @brianparkinson492726 күн бұрын

    Thank you, Monica. It was wonderful to hear about an introvert who has succeeded in what many consider to be an extrovert's role. I am an introvert who works in media sales, a role most people would associate with extroverts, but I have outperformed most of the extroverts in my company. My strength, like yours, is solving problems, not shmoozing with the clients.

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    26 күн бұрын

    Thanks Brian. I loved hearing about you using your problem solving abilities to find solutions for clients.

  • @saritaparmar1949
    @saritaparmar19496 ай бұрын

    Congrats Monica! I appreciate how you take us through the lessons with personal stories! Us extroverts can also benefit from introvert lessons!

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Sarita:)

  • @xiupingwang9448
    @xiupingwang94486 ай бұрын

    What an amazing talk! Inspiring and informational. Definitely beneficial to my career and life in general. Thanks for such a wonderful idea!

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Sue.

  • @MotifMusicStudios
    @MotifMusicStudios6 ай бұрын

    I am so thrilled to listen in to a presentation by Monica Parkin! Thanks for sharing!

  • @MotifMusicStudios

    @MotifMusicStudios

    6 ай бұрын

    This is SUCH a fabulous topic and so well presented! I LOVE the introverts in my life and celebrating authenticity.

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Amie❤

  • @MotifMusicStudios

    @MotifMusicStudios

    6 ай бұрын

    So welcome!

  • @drmikeVT
    @drmikeVT6 ай бұрын

    As an advocate and speaking coach for woman, Monica empowers women to make an impact. Her proven tips and strategies resonate, changing lives. Great TEDx Talk, Monica!

  • @monkirby

    @monkirby

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Mike!

  • @yoursuccessblueprint4712
    @yoursuccessblueprint47126 ай бұрын

    As an introvert / extrovert myself, this talk so resonates with me :-)

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    Thankyou. Appreciate the feedback.

  • @oselucia938
    @oselucia9386 ай бұрын

    LOVED your presentation beautiful Monica! Being one extravert, I'm touched by how authentic you sharing your story and the message that was brilliant yet profound! Congratulations! :-)

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much Lucia. ❤

  • @lisagunsberg4523
    @lisagunsberg45236 ай бұрын

    Great job Monica. Interesting knowledge regarding the neurotransmitters!

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks for listening!

  • @blutalks
    @blutalks6 ай бұрын

    Such a powerful talk Monica - love this.

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much. Appreciate you listening

  • @DebbieBentzen-ny4hm
    @DebbieBentzen-ny4hm6 ай бұрын

    So much wisdom, thank you for sharing!

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for listening Debbie.

  • @ivavernon293
    @ivavernon2936 ай бұрын

    Yeah ❤ really enjoyed your talk!

  • @monkirby

    @monkirby

    6 ай бұрын

    Thank you❤

  • @anitakuehn1666
    @anitakuehn16666 ай бұрын

    Love this! I am an introvert!!

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching Anita

  • @discoverwithheather8866
    @discoverwithheather88662 ай бұрын

    Yes! Embrace your secret superpowers! 🎉

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    2 ай бұрын

    Thanks for listening Heather ❤

  • @thePositiveMOM
    @thePositiveMOM6 ай бұрын

    Wonderful talk and fantastic message, Monica. Say it louder for the people in the back!

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    Glad it resonated!

  • @zhinomortgages
    @zhinomortgages6 ай бұрын

    Great job and message Monica :)

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks for listening!

  • @chelseawalker3782
    @chelseawalker37825 ай бұрын

    Great presentation!

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    5 ай бұрын

    Thanks Chelsea:)

  • @teagan_p_999
    @teagan_p_9996 ай бұрын

    Well said.

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    Thankyou

  • @ChantelleFlasch-ku2we
    @ChantelleFlasch-ku2we6 ай бұрын

    Great video. I also have your book. Thank you!

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks Chantelle!

  • @kimslittlegiggles
    @kimslittlegiggles6 ай бұрын

    Love this! -yes introverts can do a lot of extroverty things! :)

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    They sure can 😃

  • @jodihiltz6859
    @jodihiltz68596 ай бұрын

    I loved it! LOL I am just like you. I get so excited to buy gifts but I can’t keep the secret and I end up giving it away and having to buy another one

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    6 ай бұрын

    Right!?

  • @racheljamieson
    @racheljamieson5 ай бұрын

    Well I decided to listen to this today because......we'll just because I know who you are from one small area of my life. I didn't expect to gain anything from it if I'm honest. After all you are rocking it in the world of business and I am unable to work due to Chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia and sever anxiety. However what I heard grabbed my attention. I have always been given the jobs I've interviewed for....apart from one. The one I was turned down for was the easiest to do! A cleaning job. However....what I realise was I was honest at that interview. I didn't portray myself as an outgoing extrovert! No wonder I have imposter syndrome whenever I think about any job I've ever done!! I wasn't being me. Sure I can rock it as an extrovert on the outside! But inside........no chance. I get more and more overwhelmed and anxious and eventually I burn out and work becomes a terrible endurance test that I eventually fail. So many people tell me I'm an extrovert!! The truth is I'm not. What I heard today was I need to be myself......that's the only hing I can ever really be good at and so far it's the thing I've sucked at the most!!! Thanks Monica!!!

  • @monicaparkin3148

    @monicaparkin3148

    5 ай бұрын

    Thank you Rachel for your honesty and vulnerability. I identified with sooo much. You are a beautiful human ❤

  • @shadymapledevonrex7732
    @shadymapledevonrex77326 ай бұрын

    :)

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