19 Truths That Are All Too Real If You're An Introvert

If you're a "quiet type," the internet has your back.

It can be a challenge to have a complex inner life. Introverts are often mistaken as unfriendly or shy when in reality they just prefer reflection and solitude. What's so wrong with a little silence and alone time? (Answer: Nothing).

If you're feeling mildly misunderstood because of your introverted personality, take heart. The witty, brilliant people of social media understand your plight. Below are several accurate descriptions of what it's truly like to be an introvert:

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http://escapingintoabook.tumblr.com/post/122723405283/as-an-introvert-the-best-thing-is-finding-someone

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When I have been at happy hour for far too long... #AloneButNotLonely #Introverting pic.twitter.com/8i4cLVxapl
— Introvert Tweets (@introvert_diary) January 20, 2016

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http://disabilityhealth.tumblr.com/post/135708643119/me-smiles-politely-at-a-stranger-passing-by

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Headphones in = don't want to talk.
One headphone in = still don't want to talk.
No headphones in = probably still don't want to talk.
— Introvert Life (@IntrovertLiving) March 21, 2016

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http://outgothestars.tumblr.com/post/135293509561/things-every-introvert-hears

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"Can I get a volunteer?" pic.twitter.com/fpDs4RrqdU
— Introvert Life (@IntrovertLiving) February 3, 2016

7.

*takes a deep breath, smiles*
"what a beautiful morning to pretend to read tweets in an effort to avoid any semblance of human interaction"
— Daniel Strauss (@danielstrauss) January 13, 2016

8.

http://disabilityhealth.tumblr.com/post/124883037851/me-when-its-time-to-leave-for-a-social-event

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Things I'm good at:
Reading 400 page book in 24 hours
Staying up late just because
"Missing" phone calls
Getting invites places & not going
— Introvert Life (@IntrovertLiving) March 16, 2016

10.

The stages of introvert overstimulation:

1. Why am I so cranky?
2. Oh nooooo.
3. I think I'm getting sick.
4. I wish I lived a cat's life.
— Just Jenna (@JennaACLB) April 6, 2016

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http://infjazz.com/post/141351393486/me-during-small-talk

12.

http://sociallyxawkwardxpenguin.tumblr.com/post/125406133656/my-life-anthem

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"i'm an introvert, which is basically a fancier way of saying that i have no interest in pointless relationships or idle small talk."
— haley (@hal3bus) April 8, 2016

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Haha, true! #introvert pic.twitter.com/KNKELum6Bc
— Introvert, Dear (@IntrovertDear) February 22, 2016

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I don't answer unknown numbers on my phone... or known numbers for that matter.
— Introvert Life (@IntrovertLiving) March 30, 2016

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pic.twitter.com/v7BfXkyLBt
— find chaffy (@findchaffy) February 26, 2016

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when your parents make you call to make your own appointments pic.twitter.com/0C4nSOU4tm
— beyoncé reactions (@beyoncereaction) October 13, 2015

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http://intpnerd.tumblr.com/post/108120095865/when-youve-spent-a-long-period-of-time-alone-and

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Accurate pic.twitter.com/KS8dh5OsUA
— Introvert Life (@IntrovertLiving) April 5, 2016

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