For people that can be more introverted by nature, situations that are simple for most people to handle can occasionally be overpowering. Although it is true that noisy, crowded events can be overstimulating, the stereotype suggests that introversion extends beyond a dislike of large groups.
There are numerous memes and videos on social media that make light of a few of the more typical experiences of self-described introverts. But despite the rise in knowledge, introverted people occasionally find it difficult to function in a society that is designed for individuals who are extroverted and extremely friendly.
These 10 situations will cheer and soothe many introverts:
Automatic or propped-open doors.
Although this may seem strange, people like us who are overburdened with unimportant social encounters will understand. It may seem usual to navigate the door for a person behind you, but what occurs when they are both too close and too far away for you to maintain it without appearing impolite? Many introverted persons battle to manage the world and are plagued by these beliefs. All of this is avoided with automatic doors since we won't have to deal with the embarrassing internal debate of whether to halt our progress to hold the door open for them. Should I simply awkwardly wait for them to get close enough so I can pass them the door, or is it better to stay here for a while? Or, if you're standing on the opposite side, automatic doors provide you the option of avoiding the uncomfortable pretend-run. That gesture we all make when a person holds the door open for us and we don't want to appear rude, but we also don't want to start running. Sometimes having a door that opens for you is much simpler than having to perform the oh-so-uncomfortable door dance.
Unoccupied elevators.
Nothing can compare to that calming sensation you feel as the cart arrives, those doors glide open, and its tiny compartment is cozy and EMPTY. There is a breath of satisfaction that there will be no small talk in the near future. With a second person aboard, the 45-second ride may seem to go for hours. Should I make a weather comment? I may perhaps compliment their ties. I might just act like I'm absorbed in my phone.
No plans whatsoever for the entire day or evening.
While our more extroverted peers may find this idea boring, introverts relish the idea of having the entire evening to pursue their non-plans. Extroverts benefit from a more functional dopamine reward system, which makes them better able to handle social circumstances that would ordinarily exhaust their introverted counterparts, according to recent research that specifically examined this issue.
Instead of in-person meetings, use Zoom.
Before the meeting begins, there is no need for small talk with the folks nearby. And no mandatory post-conversation loitering for small talk? Yes! Small chat typically wears an introvert out. It might be boring, pointless, and even exhausting to have superficial interactions. However, socially extroverted individuals frequently cannot connect to this tiredness. They simply don't experience a comparable level of physical and mental exhaustion most of the time.
Gloomy days.
Having a reason to stay home and spend time alone without feeling guilty is quite relaxing.
When salesmen give you space to browse without engaging you in conversation or attempting to upsell you.
It is just so overstimulating and distracting. When you know, you know.
When a call is skipped in favor of a text.
Even better, when communication is required, it is prompted by an SMS that describes the situation. A note outlining the call's purpose reduces the unavoidable overthinking that occurs before picking up the phone, as opposed to requesting someone to call whenever they can, which causes a jolt of worry in many people. For this reason, most introverts despise getting "What are you doing this Weekend?" texts. Why? Are you planning a wedding? Do you need my assistance moving? I want specifics!
Meals that are not at a person's home but at a restaurant.
It's simpler to gauge whether an activity has concluded while gathering in a neutral location, making departure less unpleasant. Many introverts dislike the requirement to stay and chat after dinner when they are at someone else's place.
Solo, or without the "bless you" from somebody.
Does anyone else find this to be incredibly random? Why not after I sneeze? or poop? Even with all the humor, I understand the motivation, but I still find it strange and intrusive that someone is watching and reacting to the bodily functions, yet then I'm required to say "thank you." Perhaps the aspect of obligation is what makes it seem strange to numerous of us who were introspective.
When an event or another plan is canceled.
When you read the words "We are sorry to notify you that unfortunately the event is canceled tonight," ah yeah... that sense of peace.
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