So a lot of people don’t know this but umm…I’m in introvert. An outgoing introvert but an introvert nonetheless. Girl what the hell is that? I’m sure your scratching your head like, “what did she just type?” Well, just know that you read it correctly. Us Outgoing Introverts are a rare breed of Introvert Clan who actually like going out, hanging out with people, meeting new friends but we also need moments of reclusivity in silence to recharge so we can be outgoing and friendly like our extrovert counterparts again. Seems like an oxymoron I know but its true. I have introverted friends whom I don’t see or hear from for weeks who prefer to be alone while I don’t like being to myself for very long periods of time without feeling isolated.
It’s funny, I can be the friendliest, happiest, most smiling person you will ever meet and at the same time ignore your texts and phone calls for days because I’m mentally exhausted from being so…outgoing. Makes sense?
So, today in Toronto, Canada it is a grey, rainy, wet day and I am inside happy with a HASK Coconut Oil Hair mask on, wearing a charcoal face mask, typing this post up, wondering if I should go to the grocery store now (after I wash this stuff off my face) or later when there aren’t that many people shopping so I can shop with no line up at the cash (goes along with me not wanting to really be around people right now). I been in this, “I just want to be to myself phase for the past week” which is rare for me but it happens from time to time. I’m ignoring text messages, not returning phone calls and watching notifications pop up on my phone without the slightest urge to open or reply to them. That’s not my usual self but for now this is what it is and to be honest I like it. I need this time to myself and I won’t fight it because everyone’s expectations of me prior are that I answer calls, texts etc. Not happening. I feel like I need some me time and I’m excited at the idea of possibly soaking my feet in a salt bath, or curling up with a good book for the day…whatever it is but doing it by myself.
And I don’t think there is anything wrong with that. The world can wait. Taking care of self is super important so you aren’t trying to pour into others (or being expected to pour into others) from an empty cup.
Are there other Introverts like myself who are outgoing – love to go out, meet new people, be around others, do exciting things – but find themselves needing that space to themselves to re-charge for days on end? What do you do to reconnect to yourself and boost your mental energy? Comment below and let me know you’re thoughts!
Ciao! Till Next Time!