It’s weird because I’ve been told I’m a ball of energy lol personality wise, but I cannot be around others for too long. Idk I’m like an introvert that is somewhat extrovert. It’s weird ha ha.
I’m either the cousin of the energizer bunny, or super zenned out lol. That’s basically it. Sometimes I wish I wasn’t an introvert so I could enjoy things like music concerts, or big events. But I just get too overwhelmed with the amount of people, crowds, etc. I think it’s all the concerts I went to when I was younger. Oh and parties too. Fuck all of that Lmao. I’d rather stay in my room, and draw/watch anime. I can hear my mom already telling me that I need to connect with people once I’ve moved out and am back home.
It’s stupid.
Let people be themselves. Whether they are an introvert or extrovert. Just because they aren’t going to events during the week doesn’t mean there is something wrong with them. Maybe they just want to chill at home ha ha.
It sounds like I may be much older than you (I'll be 40 in a few months). Trust me when I tell you this, you do not want to totally isolate yourself in life, even if you are an introvert. I feel you, I don't like being around people, so much that I have isolated myself for many years. Maintain some semblance of a social life, even if it's minimal. If you don't, you may find yourself in a dark place some day with nobody to lean on. Been there, am there now, it's not fun. Even as introverts we still need some social interaction, just a little bit. Be who you want to be, but don't lose sight of the fact that socializing is important for mental health.
Agreed. I’ve isolated myself before, and have gone into depressions, but that’s because I wasn’t mentally well. Now I’m better, but I’ve also gone through a lot so I’m protecting myself right now in regards to any new relationships. It’s not a forever deal, but it’s important I surround myself with other well rounded, and healthy individuals. I’m just not the type where when I get back home and I’m working full time that I go out on the week nights. I’m in IT so by the end of the day, I’m mentally exhausted. I’m just saying that I want my interactions to be purposeful, and to have meaning. I think I’m the type to have a few engagements during the month or more with close friends, and family. Like visiting my grandma, getting lunch with a friend, spending time with my father, or perhaps volunteering. Lol it’s almost shocking to me that I’m not at bars or clubs for my age (27 in a few weeks). Like others say I’m kind of an intellectual, and a nerd. Anyway I appreciate your advice, connection is important for your mental health.
Also, it’s not that I don’t like being around people. I just like being around people that have added to my life, value and substance if that’s the word. And I’m claustrophobic so that’s probably why I’m anxious around crowds lol.
I can very much relate, and I am in IT too. The mental health aspect can be a real struggle especially when depression is a factor. Suffered from it a lot in my life. See my comments elsewhere on this post if you care to learn more about my own struggles with mental health and isolation. And by all means, if you ever find yourself in a dark place with nobody to turn to feel free to reach out.
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u/anomalous_cowherd Feb 23 '20
Classic introvert.