Introverts, There’s Nothing Wrong With Being ‘the Quiet One’
I abandoned society’s demand to speak up more. Instead, I’ve come to embrace the profound power of silence.
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I abandoned society’s demand to speak up more. Instead, I’ve come to embrace the profound power of silence.
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It’s not uncommon for introverts to feel nervous in social situations, but a little preparation can go a long way.
You don’t have to constantly push yourself to meet new people or talk to strangers to get out of your comfort zone.
The more you tell yourself a certain thing, like you’re “boring,” the more you’ll think it’s true.
Now that I’m sober, I drive myself home whenever my social battery runs out and put myself to bed (every introvert’s dream).
Introverts are naturally introspective, but sometimes our thoughts get away from us.
Introverts don’t like feeling out of control, which can make having a panic attack all the more challenging.
Think of your people-pleasing tendency as a bully — an insecure part of yourself that needs your help.
When I moved to a new city, I felt a constant ache of loneliness, until I learned how to make a few good friends.