And if you too relish your solitude, you’ve come to the right place. We took a trip to the “It’s Okay To Be An Introvert” Facebook page and gathered some of their most relatable memes below. Enjoy scrolling through these pics that might make you feel seen, as someone who prefers staying in than going out on the town, and keep reading to find a conversation with the creator of It’s Okay To Be An Introvert, Shireen Boone! “I started my page simply because I felt alone in who I was and wanted to find like-minded people,” she shared. “My best friend told me I was an introvert, so I became curious and looked into it. My partner at the time mocked my (unknown) introversion. So the title of the page was really an affirmation for myself. But it became it for many others.” “I used to allow messages, page follower questions, and submissions, but after my original page was stolen, I shut all of that down,” she added. “It really hurt because I did love to connect with people in my own way.” “One of my admins started a new page of the same name, and fortunately, many of my long-term followers came across the new page,” Shireen continued. “And though it’s now not as big or as lively as the original page, I quite like the vibe it has and the gentle and respectful nature of those who have been so loyal to me for so long.” Shireen also shared her very favorite post with us. It’s one of her original “Introvert Truths” from 2017 that states, “I don’t like talking on the phone. If I talk to you on the phone, it means you’re special, or you’re emergency services.” “I loved it for me and was so surprised that hundreds of thousands of people have shared and/or commented on it over the years,” the creator noted. After a long week of constant social interactions and conversations with others, it can feel incredibly freeing to simply be alone and take some deep breaths. And according to Verywell Mind, a reasonable amount of alone time can actually be beneficial for our mental health. Despite the fact that humans are social creatures by nature, being around others can also create stress. You might feel pressure to act or speak a certain way, and it can be difficult to fully relax while in public. This can also be a great time to harness your creativity. In fact, one study even found that those of us who make a point to spend time alone tend to be extremely creative. When your brain isn’t constantly being fed stimuli, and you’re not forced to engage with others, you have the opportunity to slow down, relax and let your creative juices flow. Follow Bored Panda on Google News! Follow us on Flipboard.com/@boredpanda! Please use high-res photos without watermarks Ooops! Your image is too large, maximum file size is 8 MB.
