One, stop thinking you are more intelligent or deeper than your extrovert counterparts.

Sometimes, you know, because of our own insecurities, we try to weaponize superiority so that we can feel good and justify about our social anxiety.

I've definitely had this before where I was like jealous of how some people were just social baby butterflies that I wore my homebody badge of honor like it made me special or above it all.

Or my favorite phrase that I used to avoid parties when I was just simply afraid of other human beings.

I just hate small talk.

Two, stop avoiding investing in relationships and then acting like a martyr when you don't have any friends.

Look, I get it.

We live in a world that is constantly demanding not only our attention but dictating what are reasonable response time is. It's draining.

Sometimes you do need to disappear for a while.

Sometimes you need alone time.

Sometimes you need to fall off the face of the earth and disappear into your bed.

But when you intentionally avoid nurturing your friendships or relationships, then act as though you did some bold sacrifice by becoming peerless.

You're just kidding yourself.

'Cause if you need alone time just communicate that. If you're in a state where you absolutely can't, come back to a relationship with a "Hey, sorry, (I've) been overwhelmed."

And finally, stop letting your fear ruin your ability to say yes.

I mean, how many opportunities are we missing out on because we're terrified of the unknown?

How many times are you going up to an event or a party and turning around at the front door?

How many almost are you turning down because you're just too afraid to show up?

I think introversion can be a beautiful thing, right? Cultivating an inner world, allowing your mind to wander, investing, and nurturing your own garden. All beautiful things.

But as with everything, it requires balance and moderation. And I feel like introverts have a tendency to go into extreme solitude or put up armor because of insecurity, fear, or anxiety.

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