Being introverted in college is not a bad thing. It’s okay to like staying home more than going out. It’s okay to have a small group of close friends rather than a giant herd. You’re not broken, you’re just selective. The best piece of advice I can give anyone is that it’s important to be okay with being alone. Not because relationships or friendships aren’t beneficial or good, but because learning to be content with yourself is key to being mentally stable during a time when everything is changing. The reality is you can’t pour from an empty cup and you can’t know what your cup is capable of unless you know the contents.

It's true that being introverted is harder than it sounds and way more awkward. Here're ten other things introverts know to be true.

1. You are always free on Fridays (and Saturdays, etc.)

2. You never have any new crazy stories to tell, ever.

3. You have trouble making friends.

4. You feel awkward in social situations (Like what do I do???)

5. The scariest thing is Group Projects… Everywhere.

6. People call you stuck up because you don’t talk to them.

7. Your favorite excuse for not seeing people waving at you is because you didn't see them (and they believe you)

8. When the small tables are full so you have to eat at a massive table

9. On the bright side, you always get the most of your money by going to school hosted events. On the downside, it’s a party of one (or two if your only friend isn’t busy!)