Its not a diagnosed illness that can be cured with medications or surgical procedures.
They find solitude in their alone time and sometimes it can put a strain on relationships.
When my phone rings, I panic.
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Did somebody text me to hangout?
Its exhausting to explain to others that youd rather spend time alone instead of meeting them out for drinks.
Yes, we may all want time to ourselves, but an introvert indisputably needs it.
It never has been and it never will be personal, and this is why were often misunderstood.
It comes across as confounding when I portray qualities of an extrovert.
When Im with my friends, Im loud, smiling, and exceptionally friendly.
It isnt that I dont enjoy spending time with others and being in social configs.
Eventually, my emotional battery will undoubtedly run low and in order recharge I need to disengage.
Its not that I dont like to meet new people because I do.
I actually love it.
I just function notably better in a small group of friends that understand me and how I act habitually.
Were deep thinkers and meaningful conversation makes us feel alive.
Get an introvert talking about something theyre passionate about and the will never shut up- I promise you that.
Embrace it and youll have the ability to change the world in your own quiet way.
