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

Published: March 9, 2020, 9 a.m.

b'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." \\nHeadlee, 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:\\n*How to have better conversations*\\n*Why you should schedule social time like you would the gym*\\n*How to recognize a conversational narcissist*\\n* Tips for overcoming awkward silence*\\n*Why self-identifying as an introvert is bad for your health*\\n\\nEnjoy this episode, and don\'t forget to subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, or your preferred platform!\\xa0\\xa0\\nComments: podcast@mindbodygreen.com\\nSponsorship inquiries: sales@mindbodygreen.com\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'