Bruce Lee Tyson Introverts

I’m somewhat of an introvert, yet I love talking. Or, more precisely, I love the art of talking, the study of how a speaker conveys his message. Like a detective, I analyze famous speeches and interviews, searching for the fundamental pieces that make people effective speakers. In the Clinton vs Bush debate of 1992, I noticed that when Clinton made particularly emotional points, his eyes squinted, conveying a sincere intensity and concern. As I watched Neil deGrasse Tyson explain what he called “the most astounding fact” of science to TIME, I was captivated by the way Tyson varied his tone, pace, and volume. From Bruce Lee’s interview on the Pierre Berton Show, I took note that Bruce’s expressive hand gestures gave vivid life to his martial arts stories.
When telling stories to my friends, I used Lee’s big gestures to bring out lively moments, when giving an election speech for my science team, I borrowed Clinton’s squint to express my intimate concern for the team, and when pitching my startup to judges, I brought my idea to life using variations in my tone like Tyson had. Every expression has a purpose, every hand movement conveys an emotion. And, as an introvert, I relish the chance to learn how to better express myself. These techniques help me express my spirit and allow me to share with the world who I