Being introverted: Any introvert there struggling with getting close to people ,
Hi everyone
What’s one thing you find difficult or maybe even enjoy about relationships and friendships as an introvert? 😊
As someone who is introverted too , I understand how hard it can be sometimes to make friends , get comfortable around new people or environment or even to start a conversation with them .
Being introverted doesn’t mean we don’t care about people or that we don’t want meaningful connections. Everyone experiences relationships differently, and there’s nothing wrong with needing space or taking time to feel comfortable
Sometimes I actually want to talk to people and build meaningful friendships, but I can be quiet at first or need time before I feel comfortable opening up. And sometimes, being around too many people can feel a little draining, even when I like them 😂
I know we all experince be introverted differently ...but if you ever struggle with making friends , start conversations or even opening up , you can share your experience or experiences here . I am also a listener here so am here to listen , support and understand you and us 😅💙
@HelenListens
Yes im an introvert and struggle with new situations with new people, its hard to start a flowing conversation with someone ive never me before and become comfortable. I enjoy meeting extroverts because they often absorb you into their chat. I also tend not to open up people until im comfortable but as someone who doesnt connect with new people super well this takes a long time.
I understand you dearie
And let me tell you there's nothing bad being introvert just make us another unique group
Just be yourself and let everything flow naturally...And if you need me to listen more am here
Sometimes I don't like the pressure of talking to non introverts that bombard me with personal questions and demand answers, like they are entitled to know everything straight away, it really puts me off.
If I share at all, it will be a lil bit at a time and not when I feel cornered. I prefer a slower pace and someone that listens well too, so that I don't have to repeat myself later.
Some people don't get, we are not all open books and we're not hiding or shy, but just private.
Too many try to trick/manipulate me into opening up to them and it just doesn't work. I prefer to be accepted as I am, the way I accept their personality, apart from if it's not respecting mine.
I understand you there
Am sorry you feel they try to manipulate you sometimes
And as have said being oneself is good if they are people that really want to be with you they won't pressure you
But let me tell you inrovets like to keep themselves only when they have opened same with extroverts they wamt people to share their mind since they shared theirs already
Just try to tell them you are not comfortable with it and if is someone that wants know more about you they will give you time and let you come around
@HelenListens Yes I usually do, and a few do understand, but others ask me the same question but in a different way, as though I'm a simpleton, not a fan of that.
Am sorry you were made to feel as if you are a simpleton but both of us know that we are not like that ..
just that maybe they dint understand you or maybe some can take no ...but in all ways just be yourself and let everything flow naturally dearie
@HelenListens Yea some conversations flow naturally and others are effort. I stick to the natural ones :)
The most annoying about it that people consider you as alien or something, they just can not understand that everyone is different and we all are not supposed be similar.
I get you @gentleYard3083
And that's why we are here to make you know that we are not alien , abnormal or stuff like that , just being ourselves which is comfort to us
@HelenListens
Being an introvert all my life, not only find conversation with new people awkward. I even have a hard time striking a conversation with people I know. Mostly my neighbour's, known them a long time but still don't like to strike a conversation with them.
I prefer to stand off to the side and be left alone.
@QuietByNature
I get you and I must say I do experience this especially when I travel to my Sibling side and people will say am always inside and if not because that are aware they won't know am inside ...they gave different sides to it some just fonds it fascinating ,some think is wrong , some just respects it anyhow am telling you cause most times being natural makes everything better for you And I understand that finding conversation with new people feels awkward even those you known for a long time
And if you still don't feel to start conversations with.. is all good just do what you find peace of mind when doing and then let things flow natural
Me
I really understand what you mean. I think being introverted is sometimes misunderstood by people. It doesn’t mean that we don’t like others or that we don’t want friendships, it just means that we need more time to feel comfortable and open up.
I’m also someone who appreciates deep and meaningful connections more than having many friends. Sometimes starting a conversation or being around many people can be difficult, but when we find the right people, everything feels easier.
Thank you for sharing this, because I think many people feel the same but don’t talk about it. I hope you find people who understand and appreciate you for who you are
I would be really happy if I could be one of those people who makes you feel understood and comfortable. 🤍
@emotionalHuman4653 I relate to the thread you commented on so this makes me feel understood
I'm glad that my words made you feel understood. I think it's a beautiful thing when we find people who can relate to our feelings. Everyone deserves to feel accepted and understood. 🤍