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11 Introverted Things That Definitely Confuse Extroverts

It's not weird, it's just how I am.

Jessica Theroux

Nov 20, 2018

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Many people think of introverts as hermits who hate all social interaction and are super shy all the time. While that might be true in some cases, there is more to being an introvert than social awkwardness. I am on the introverted side of life, but I have a lot of friends who are extroverts. They are often confused with some of my mannerisms and tendencies, mostly because they just can't relate. Here's a list of things I do that leave the extroverts in my life scratching their heads:

1. Pretending to be asleep.

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Sometimes, it's just easier to be asleep than talk to people. Plus, as a kid, it meant I got carried to bed more often.

2. Being quiet when in a group of people.

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We're not necessarily shy, we just don't have to contribute to a conversation to show we are enjoying ourselves.

3. Going to the movies alone.

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If I want to see a movie, I don't have to wait for a group of friends to be free to go with me. I have no problem going to see a movie by myself, especially if it means I don't have to deal with people talking throughout the film.

4. Bringing a book to any and every social gathering.

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Sometimes, there's a lull in the conversation. Sometimes, I finish eating before other people and need something to do. It's not being rude, it's just a little way to escape the crowd if we have to.

5. Needing to have time alone.

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Unlike extroverts, I am drained after being around people for too long. I need some time by myself to recharge.

6. Staying home on a Friday night rather than going to a party with a ton of people.

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Sometimes we just need to pass on the outings. It's not unusual for me to plan a night in, and I am perfectly content with those plans.

7. Avoiding phone conversations if at all possible.

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Please, if you care about us at all, text us. I would rather use carrier pigeons to communicate than have a phone conversation.

8. Not being good at confrontation of any kind.

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Good or bad, I can't handle it. I don't even like going up to people when I'm on vacation and asking them to take a picture for me. If you are traveling with me, you can bet that you will be doing all the talking to people.

9. Doing absolutely nothing all weekend is an ideal weekend.

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Don't feel bad for me when I say I did absolutely nothing over the weekend. I had the time of my life doing it!

10. Takeout > Eating at a restaurant

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Sometimes we need to limit our social interaction. It's tiring going out to eat. I'd much rather take it home with me and eat there.

11. Saying we're busy when we mean we're watching Netflix.

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Don't be offended if we turn down plans to watch Netflix. Hanging out with friends is not always our first pick, especially if we have been around people a lot throughout the week.

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11 Introverted Things That Definitely Confuse Extroverts

It's not weird, it's just how I am.

1. Pretending to be asleep.

2. Being quiet when in a group of people.

3. Going to the movies alone.

4. Bringing a book to any and every social gathering.

5. Needing to have time alone.

6. Staying home on a Friday night rather than going to a party with a ton of people.

7. Avoiding phone conversations if at all possible.

8. Not being good at confrontation of any kind.

9. Doing absolutely nothing all weekend is an ideal weekend.

10. Takeout > Eating at a restaurant

11. Saying we're busy when we mean we're watching Netflix.

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The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

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Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

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