Celebrating Life Over 50 in the Puget Sound Region and Beyond

When Extrovert Meets Introvert

Magic at Midlife: Your Relationship Roadmap for Romance After 40

December 16, 2013 at 6:00 a.m.

Northwest authors Jennifer Y. Levy-Peck, PhD, a psychologist and her husband Charles Peck, had to explore introvert/extrovert differences in their own relationship. You can participate in the creation of their book "Magic at Midlife: Your Relationship Roadmap for Romance After 40" (and enter to win a $100 Amazon gift card) by sharing your experiences in a survey: www.surveymonkey.com/s/MidlifeRelationships.

...by Jennifer Y. Levy-Peck, PhD and Charles Peck

If you are interested in finding out more about personality styles, you may enjoy reading I'm Not Crazy, I'm Just Not You: The Real Meaning of the Sixteen Personality Types by Roger Pearlman and Sarah Albritton or Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking by Susan Cain.

Above all, remember that neither personality style is “better” than the other. We have learned that introverts and extroverts have a great deal to offer each other when we can respect and appreciate our differences.

Northwest psychologist and author Jennifer Y. Levy-Peck, PhD, and her husband Charles Peck are writing a book for baby boomers, seniors, and those over age 40 looking to create and maintain a romantic relationship that is wonderfully thrilling at any age. Their column, Magic at Midlife, appears regularly in www.northwestprimetime.com. You can participate in the creation of their book (and enter to win a $100 Amazon gift card) by sharing your experiences in a survey: www.surveymonkey.com/s/MidlifeRelationships. Follow Magic at Midlife on Facebook or Twitter @MagicAtMidlife. Northwest Prime Time is a monthly publication for retirees and those contemplating retirement. It can be found in the greater Seattle area and other Puget Sound locations. For more information, call 206-824-8600 or visit www.northwestprimetime.com.