If you’re an introvert, you likely value your alone time. You think before you speak. You’d much rather socialize one-on-one than in a group. A phone call is probably your worst nightmare. But most of all, you are silently strong.
It can be tough to prefer being alone in a world that values gregariousness and sociability. But take heart, quiet types: Twitter has your back. Each month, we round up spot-on tweets that capture what it’s like to be an introvert. Scroll down for our latest batch.
1.
Stranger: Hey, nice to meet you!
— David D.H. Shin (@DavidDHShin) October 1, 2018
Me, to self: Okay, you can do this, just say hi. Do I shake his hand? Wait, what was his name? Did he tell me his name? Am I sweating? WAIT! I'm taking too long to respond!
Me: David is the word of my name. Want a shake of hands?#Introvert
2.
The Introvert Hotline
— Introvert Life (@IntrovertLiving) September 7, 2018
Every time you call the number they give you an excuse to avoid plans or leave the social gathering you’re at.
3.
The irony of an introvert faking a phone call to get out of a social situation.#introvertproblems #introvertlife
— Syd Collado (@SydCollado) September 28, 2018
4.
After years of research and experiments I have perfected my art of small talks.
— Ashish Menkudale (@ashishmenkudale) October 2, 2018
Mondays and Tuesdays: how was your weekend?
Wednesday: It’s little chilly outside.
Thursdays and Fridays: any plans for the weekend?#GettingAlong #IntrovertProblems
5.
A penny for your thoughts and a dollar for your silence. #introvertproblems
— Mom Talk (@Toddler2Talk) October 2, 2018
6.
Sorry, I am busy tonight. #IntrovertProblems #MillennialLifeCrisis pic.twitter.com/uSjMbfi6cO
— Millennial Life Crisis (@ohmillennials) September 28, 2018
7.
I’d rather wait in line for an ATM for 15 minutes than talk to a bank teller who can see me right away #IntrovertLife #introvertproblems
— Introvert's Guide to Life (@IntrovertsGTL) September 10, 2018
8.
I speak Introvert fluently. pic.twitter.com/4KHbhQ5TcK
— Marzi (@IntrovertDoodle) September 12, 2018
9.
The best part of going out and socializing is getting to come back home to your bed. #introvert
— Jenn Granneman (@JennGranneman) September 13, 2018
10.
I need a weekend to recover from the weekend. #peopledout #introvertproblems
— Natalie (@natvan) October 1, 2018
11.
I hate when I have the energy to talk to someone and then right after I text them, I’m tired again. #introvertproblems
— A rose by any other name 🌹 (@flowersineden) September 29, 2018
12.
I wish more people knew 😉 #introvert #IntrovertProblems #anxiety #funny #IntrovertLife #introverts #Motivation #positivethinking #positivevibes pic.twitter.com/8pI4IOJ8NR
— UnitedIntroverts (@UIntroverts) October 1, 2018
13.
*crosses fingers* . #introvert #introvertlife #introvertproblems pic.twitter.com/9JSgyGxD4R
— Introvert, Dear (@IntrovertDear) September 28, 2018
14.
When there's a knock at the door and you weren't expecting anyone... #greyhound #introvertproblems #unexpectedvisitors pic.twitter.com/ONqsU7T5eX
— Jane Danger (@ladyjanedanger) September 26, 2018
15.
Wish @Uber had something to kindly let your driver know you’re not into small talk. 😬😬😬 #introvertproblems #Uber #dontlikechitchat
— Melanie Verges (@looking_skyward) September 29, 2018
16.
When plans get cancelled pic.twitter.com/O7l89iPwyu
— Rebecca Hogg (@beccahogg) October 2, 2018
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