martha 930-1000
jessica: 1130-1200
raquel: 130-230?
James:430
-Euphoria: 847-4772
-Empire Aesthetic: 825-GLOW
Pitch:
I like to think of The Creative Introvert as a journey—a metaphor that reflects both the emphasis and trajectory of the book. A journey is not a quick or easy trip; it’s a process that unfolds over time, often involving moments of challenge and discovery. And just like any meaningful journey, there are key things we need to understand before we begin.
We need to understand what we’re aiming for and why—that’s about finding meaning and purpose. But as Introverts, in order to know to answer questions about meaning and purpose, we need to know who we are— self-discovery (can elaborate on E-I differences in this respect). And then, there’s the practical question of how—the path we’ll take to reach growth and flourishing as creative individuals.
For Creative Introverts, this journey has distinct phases (RAG: probably won’t use this term explicitly).
- Reflection: We spend a lot of time here, thinking deeply about who we are and what we want. But sometimes, we can get stuck in this phase, neglecting the need to take action.
- Action: Stepping into uncertainty and discomfort is key. Without action, the journey stalls. Often derailed by fear and doubt.
- Growth: By taking action, we open ourselves to new insights and growth, expanding what’s possible for us.
In The Creative Introvert, I guide readers through each phase of this journey, encouraging them to embrace the challenges as opportunities for deeper self-discovery, a life of meaning and purpose, and creative fulfillment.
The Inferno (Henri Barbusse)
New Pathways in Psychology (Wilson)
Good stuff on Maslow, Jung, Freud, Adler, William James and how they relate to Wilson’s thought. Cites example of how Jung couldn’t cure a man’s post-retirement depression. Wilson (p.106) suggests the man needed a “bullying treatment” (a technique used by James to cure neurasthenic patients), namely, to be advised to do something hard and dangerous, such as climb a mountain. Even if he didn’t want to do it, Wilson believed he should, stating “the more he hates it the quicker he’ll be cured.” The effort, even with reluctance, will restore the vital energies. According to Wilson, Jung made the mistake of thinking the man needed to do something he enjoyed to restore the energy. Wilson is truly a Will psychologist. I’m reminded of his comment in the Outsider, “If you’re depressed, then un-depress yourself.” He has little patience for depth psychology or over-theorizing. Insofar as the Will involves action, he’s also behaviorist.
The Energies of Men (William James).