Officially made the switch from Favorite Pin Friday to Friday Favorites. I made this decision because I wanted to share anything I loved, whether it originated on Pinterest or not.
Meet Chanel Chance Eau Tendre:
Product Description: The unexpected fragrance, expressed in a romantic harmony of Grapefruit, Jasmine and White Musk notes. At once delicate and radiant, with an intoxicatingly light, floral trail.
At Sephora I asked for a light, summer scent and that is what they gave me. Love it, wish I had bought a bigger bottle!
What are your favorite “summer scents”? Until next post…xoxo Becca
p.s. The hubs and I are in Sydney, but I have written and scheduled posts for Mondays and Fridays while we’re gone. Follow on Snapchat to see what we’re up to: @r8d6g
Where to begin? Regardless of your personality type (introvert or extrovert) you probably know where you fall on the spectrum. I have always been more reserved, an observer, a listener, and shy. To extroverts I’m “stuck up” and that’s ok because while extroverts are loudly voicing their every thought, I am forming mine quietly and strategically working out problems.
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In 2012, Susan Cain gave a TED Talk called The Power of Introverts. If you have not seen it, watch it below. I’ll wait…
During this TED Talk, Susan explains that as industry and international commerce grew the world shifted their praise to men and women who were social and outgoing, forgetting that some of the world’s greatest thinkers, inventors, and missionaries are self proclaimed introverts.
Professional
My career has always required me to be extremely extroverted. I don’t often speak up in meetings unless I am comfortable with my colleagues and/or I have a great deal of information or experience on the topic being discussed. Many would see this as an issue, but I listen closely and formulate the details in my head until I have worked out each scenario.
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I believe two heads are better than one, but brainstorming quietly and discussing individually and informally later isn’t always a bad thing. Collaboration and communication are key to the success of an organization, but it doesn’t have to take place in front of a crowd. I was very fortunate in previous positions to be surrounded by extroverts would understood my personality, work ethic, and created an office culture much like a family.
Personal
I often prefer to be alone, quiet, and in familiar places. Of course I love time with family and friends and being social, but to refuel I need peace. I read, I workout, I clean (read about my cleaning therapy here). I think most clearly when I’m alone with my thoughts. A quiet dinner or a few drinks with a small group of friends while having meaningful conversation is bliss to me. I much prefer this over a crowded bar or a concert.
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Whether you are an extrovert or introvert, you bring great traits to the table. To echo Susan Cain, introverts, share your greatest gifts “because the world needs you.”
Until next post…xoxo Becca
Becca
born and raised Texan
Hi all and welcome to my cozy little place in the blogosphere. My name is Becca and I'm a born and raised Texan. After college I got married. Got a puppy. Got a house. And then I decided I wanted to share daily life, struggles, ambitions, and everything in between.
