The nightclub is a location where extroverts may enjoy beverages as well as the friendship of other intoxicated extroverts while sweating on the dance floor to eardrum-bursting music. This year was the first time I had ever been to a nightclub. likewise a second time. the third, too. Maybe more; I've lost track. However, because I am the shy loner for which I am, I didn't particularly appreciate these encounters.
I was able to avoid going to clubs throughout high school and chose to spend my Friday nights with my cat watching YouTube. But since every one of my friends is turning 21 this year, going out to clubs is (supposedly) a necessary component of a decent 21st celebration. But one nice thing that has resulted from these events would be that I now have some advice on how to flourish and survive these nightlife adventures as an introvert.
The nightclub is the ultimate extrovert atmosphere, so whether you're introverted or plain socially challenged, here are six suggestions for surviving it.
1. Long in Advance, Mentally Prepare Yourself…
Look, it's not because introverts are against having fun; it's just that for an introvert, fun consists of binge-watching TV while alone, whereas for extroverts, fun consists of activities that deplete our social energy, such as going to parties or clubs. Of course, we can still enjoy the fun at any of these gatherings, but it will require a lot more planning.
Before heading out for the night, I attempt to allow myself at least two weeks to mentally prepare. To avoid being completely spent when you go out, take the time to recharge your socializing energy before you go, and be sure to get enough rest as well. You'll feel a lot more at ease and ready to take on the evening if you do it this way. The evening becomes far less terrifying as a result. Tell your buddies how far ahead advance you'll need to begin your preparations as well. I've done a good job of educating my pals so that they won't try to surprise me by going to the club on a whim.
2. Dress Comfortably…
There is a lot of emphasis on what to wear to a club or what defines a suitable nightclub costume, so dressing up differently than you normally would feel strange. The most crucial thing is to wear clothing that is comfy for you. You won't have fun should you appear in a style that is completely unfamiliar to you and that makes you feel uneasy or weird. You can feel totally out of place as a result. However, if you appear in a way that inspires you to feel more confident in yourself, the experience will be a lot more pleasurable for you.
Wear closed-toed footwear that you don't mind getting muddy as well. You don't want to walk barefoot on the oddly sticky club flooring, which is always present for a variety of reasons.
3. Go Along with Companions at all times…
Going out with pals is always more enjoyable. Make sure your group includes people you can trust and who are aware of your worries about partying. In this way, you'll be surrounded by fun-loving people who will keep an eye on you whenever you start to feel overburdened. I'd advise bringing over an additional experienced clubber; just follow their example; they'll know what to do and ensure you fit in. Additionally, it's a smart idea to just have an introvert with you so that the two of you may enjoy yourself and take social breaks when necessary. Alternatively, you two might share your discomfort and endure it together while you determine when it is appropriate to go.
4. Avoid Excessive Drinking…
For someone like me, the idea of being completely inebriated, out of control, and in a strange place doesn't sound all that enticing. Take from somebody who went out clubbing for the first time and drank way too much, crying and puking the entire night: it's not fun. Just remember to take it slow and be aware of how much you can drink before leaving the house.
You might even play the part of a said sober friend. You'll always want a sober, trusted friend to stop your friends from contacting their ex and to encourage each other to drink water so they don't wake up with a hangover. If you take on this task, be sure to remember the most important aspect of your job: shooting lots of photos and films for your pals to laugh at the next morning or be embarrassed by.
5. Follow Your Passion…
I have good news for you if the notion of being squashed into a sweaty tangle of dancing people on a pavement that is oddly sticky strikes you with the same amount of fear that it does for me. Instead of forcing yourself to converse with inebriated strangers or dance to awful pop song remixes, why not just do what you enjoy doing best—people watch? The ability to see people in crowded public areas is, in my opinion, their biggest feature. Nightclubs are endlessly intriguing venues to watch people and pick up on your friends' and peers' inebriated behavioral patterns.
I once witnessed someone puke on that same dance floor before proceeding to make out along with strangers who appeared completely unaware of such a prior occurrence. Mon Dieu! I also was. But it's even more amusing if you picture David Attenborough narrating these events and remarking about "the party folks in their natural home."
6. Allow Yourself Some Recovery Time…
Don't laugh if you're an extrovert reading this; this is extremely vital and wise advice! It's crucial to step back and allow yourself to unwind after a long night of networking and stepping outside of your comfort zone. In order to recover according to what Introvert, Dear refers to as an "introvert hangover," it is imperative that you spend some downtime solo engaging in activities that will allow you to recharge your socializing battery. And you might even be recuperating from a real hangover.
Overall, even though nightclubs are frequently viewed as the opposite of such an introverted lifestyle, if you're with the appropriate people and feel like you have room to really be yourselves, it can still be an enjoyable experience that might even be worth repeating. I'm looking forward to meeting everyone all from the dance floor's sidelines.
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