196: Why it’s bad to self-identify as an introvert & the health benefits of small talk | Celeste Headlee

Celeste Headlee: "We think of idle time as wasted time. But [it's] incredibly productive. It's going to make you better at fulfilling your purpose than if you'd spent that time working." Headlee, an award-winning journalist and bestselling author, joins co-CEO Jason Wachob to discuss the health benefits of slowing down and doing something with no productive purpose, plus: *How to have better conversations* *Why you should schedule social time like you would the gym* *How to recognize a conversational narcissist* * Tips for overcoming awkward silence* *Why self-identifying as an introvert is bad for your health* Enjoy this episode, and don't forget to subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, or your preferred platform!   Comments: [email protected] Sponsorship inquiries: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices