Introverts, we are a quiet bunch. We tend to be focused inward and shut everyone else out. We really don't do it on purpose, we just can't help it sometimes.
1. Meeting new people is the hardest thing you have to do on a daily basis.
New people means a wave of anxiety. This means talking to people without being socially awkward.
2. Extroverts can be extremely intimidating.
They tend to take over the conversation because you can't fathom having that much energy. It is exhausting just thinking about it.
3. Large crowds frighten you.
Too many people...
4. Also, forget about public speaking.
You feel like Mia in "Princess Diaries" before she throws up in front of everyone.
5. You tend to be very chill.
You are usually not overly peppy. It's not that you don't care, it's just that you tend to go with the flow.
6. You are exhausted after a long day of dealing with people.
It's not that you hate people, it's just that you struggle with opening up to people.
7. Because of this, you sometimes struggle in leadership.
Yeah talking to a lot of people, heading a team, kind of makes you have this reaction.
8. You don't want to be alone all the time.
You really do like hanging out with friends but sometimes we like reading a book or having quiet time.
9. People sometimes think you are not engaged because you are so quiet.
When you are introverted, sometimes listening is your way of engaging.
10. You tend to overthink your relationships.
You get paranoid that your friends don't like you, or you said something stupid to a stranger, or you messed up a dinner with your boyfriend. It can get so bad that your head is going to explode and you don't want to talk to people ever again.
11. People don't understand that sometimes a good book or some Netflix can be your idea of a perfect Friday night.
Sometimes it's just really great to sit and chill. Going out can be fun, but this is pretty awesome!
12. Talking on the phone is torture.
Whether it be ordering take out, calling the doctor, or returning a phone call from friends or family we have an irrational fear of the telephone. Texting is good, though.
13. We will leave a party early.
We love you but there is only so much social interact we can handle at once.
Us introverts we need to stick together to conquer the world...but not too many of us. That's too many people to handle.
