If you’re an introvert, you’ve probably had your fair share of dumb questions thrown your way by an incomprehending extrovert. The misunderstanding usually arises from the assumption that introverts are incredibly shy, don’t like to talk, and spend all their time indoors alone. Really what an introvert means is that while they can spend time socializing, it is physically draining for them, and they need to recharge with time alone, while the opposite is true for extroverts. Keep spreading the word and bashing the myth, but in the meantime, enjoy these stupid questions to and reactions from introverts of the web.
This goes at number one for a reason. Firstly, being quiet doesn’t mean you’re not enjoying yourself. Secondly, maybe there’s nothing to say. Thirdly, this.
If being around just a few people is exhausting for introverts, imagine being in a loud environment with at least 30. The best thing about that situation is leaving it.
Sitting at home on your own doing things YOU enjoy instead of things others enjoy is pure bliss. And if you can’t enjoy your own company, how are others supposed to?
After spending eight hours of energy on small talk and awkward silences with people you don’t really know, the last thing you want is forced social interaction with alcohol.
One of the beauties of texting is the ability to take your time thinking about what to say, editing, and coming off witty, friendly, and endlessly charming. Calling just ruins all of that.
There’s “how are you” when you mean it, and there’s “how are you” when you don’t. The latter is no better than silence and a simple waste of energy that could be spent alone with a book.
If you’ve ever been put on the spot and felt your mind go completely blank, you’ll know why this one is not great. If you want to know them, just get to know them.
Short answer: no. Long answer: it takes a significant amount of time recharging alone to just go out once and I don’t think I have the time or energy to do it so soon after.
Being in an office full of people you’re forced to interact with isn’t great, but you’re getting paid. Being straight up weird and rude probably would result in unemployment pretty quickly.
Possibly one of the worst questions to ask an introvert. Even if they say yes – on the spot, under pressure – you should 100% expect awkward cancellation later.
It sounds extreme, but imagine not just bumping into someone once, but on every other aisle every few minutes? Either play hide and seek in the store, or just go someplace else.
If you relate to any or all of these, then it’s likely you’re an introvert too. But don’t worry, you’ve found your people! Now stay at home at talk to no one where it’s safe.
If you’re an introvert, you’ve probably had your fair share of dumb questions thrown your way by an incomprehending extrovert. The misunderstanding usually arises from the assumption that introverts are incredibly shy, don’t like to talk, and spend all their time indoors alone. Really what an introvert means is that while they can spend time socializing, it is physically draining for them, and they need to recharge with time alone, while the opposite is true for extroverts. Keep spreading the word and bashing the myth, but in the meantime, enjoy these stupid questions to and reactions from introverts of the web.
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