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I Must Be An Unsociable Introvert

SXMGirl — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 17:11:15 GMT

Unlike many, I am enjoying every single day of this isolation. Do not misunderstand, I wish no one to have the virus, but my days are full and I don't have to leave home. I am tired when I go to bed.

Every day, I work out with zoom, Facebook, or the Y online, so I am seeing others, but I don't need to travel. I cook, bake, read, do watercolor, a little spring cleaning, a little tv watching, jigsaw puzzles, and taking care of my pets. I text and email friends. Groceries can be delivered. When the weather breaks, I will do some gardening. While I love traveling, I can view many things from my computer--not the same, but doable.

Obviously, there is something wrong with me, but I am loving this.

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Deree — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 17:14:06 GMT

I guess by most social standards there is something wrong with me as well. And I don't even travel! But we have to acknowledge and be understanding of both ends of the spectrum. I know people who are undoubtedly going out of their minds. I feel for them, but I'm thankful that I know how to be alone.

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geezerette — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 17:19:19 GMT

@SXMGirl

@Deree

You are not alone. This is just my 'normal'. I'm fine with it.

But then, I always knew there was something wrong with me. By other people's standards, that is.

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QVCkitty1 — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 17:21:13 GMT

@SXMGirl wrote:
Unlike many, I am enjoying every single day of this isolation. Do not misunderstand, I wish no one to have the virus, but my days are full and I don't have to leave home. I am tired when I go to bed.

Every day, I work out with zoom, Facebook, or the Y online, so I am seeing others, but I don't need to travel. I cook, bake, read, do watercolor, a little spring cleaning, a little tv watching, jigsaw puzzles, and taking care of my pets. I text and email friends. Groceries can be delivered. When the weather breaks, I will do some gardening. While I love traveling, I can view many things from my computer--not the same, but doable.

Obviously, there is something wrong with me, but I am loving this.

@SXMGirl , There is absolutely NOTHING wrong with you. I and a lot of my friends are introverts and we are as comfortable or more with our own company as with others. We are all wired differently , and it sounds like you are handling this situation better than most. Be well, 🌺

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Mary Bailey — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 17:21:14 GMT

@SXMGirl @geezerette @Deree

Count me in as well!

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Pook — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 17:25:08 GMT

I am with the rest of you!! I am an extrovert when in the company of others but basically a homebody who actually likes my own company. It's great for me not to feel like I should be socializing or going somewhere (don't get me wrong, I always have a great time when going anywhere). I definitely am not one who cannot wait to be out and about!!

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tsavorite — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 17:26:16 GMT

If your retired then I get what you ladies are saying but I feel so bad for all the millions loosing their jobs. Not to mention all the small business owners who employ them. I want it all open....today would be good for me. I plan on visiting them all on day 1! I am praying they can hold on and make it.

For myself personally I don't enjoy this at all. Can't even buy a bag of soil or mulch....no paint no nothing for home improvement. Can't fish alone on a boat....can't do anything!

I will wear a mask and wash my hands....no problems...begin lifting this shut down where I am. I need to go out and about in life....and I am more on the introverted side of the coin.

Ground Hog day everyday....I don't like it!

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World Traveler — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 17:28:23 GMT

I'm not having a problem with being home either. I have so much to do around the house. The days go by fast.

I do miss going to the gym, but other than that, I have enough to do or things to watch on TV that engage my mind.

I do crossword puzzles and have pulled out of some of my old 1,000 picture puzzles from years and years ago. I may still have the 5,000 piece puzzle that i purchased when I was in high school! LOL!

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jeanlake — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 17:33:43 GMT

Being an ambivert (somewhere between intro and extro) I'm good with isolation, to a point. Working from home. There's some things I'd like to get done that require not being quarantined but I'm not going nutty. Yet.

ADHD extroverted daughter, whose major airline flights are getting cnx'd right and left, calls me often. She's in agony. You know -- a little drama thing going on. But she began doing Door Dash (delivering food) in her town and made $100 around the lunch hours yesterday. Haven't seen her this happy since quarantine began. She's wearing gloves and mask and following rules for her area. So no scolding about that. She works alone, drives a compact car and gas prices are low. Listens to her music in the car. Her roommates have been fussing a bit so she's away from that horror. People are thrilled to get their meals. Daughter's thrilled to have something constructive to do.

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Trinity11 — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 17:29:38 GMT

I love being home because one of my favorite people in the world is home with me...my husband. He was always working before he retired..a kind of self proclaimed workaholic from day 1 of our 45 year marriage. I think the past few months I have seen more of him than when we were raising our children. He's funny and upbeat and I really enjoy his company during this stay at home mandate in New York..

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Porcelain — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 17:33:16 GMT

There is no shame in blooming where you are planted or enjoying your own company. If you are able to entertain yourself that means you must be a very charming and interesting person.

I've been mostly fine throughout this, with some big wobbles here and there. But I'm the kind of person who can have a good time in a paper bag. I've always been like that.

(edited to add: this is not strictly accurate in all areas. I have trouble sleeping due to worry sometimes and I have had to change my life around to make that better.)

I hope you are also proud of your resilience and rich inner world. Those are admirable traits.

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toria — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 17:32:33 GMT

I am missing going out to lunch with several of my friend groups. But I don't mind staying in. My husband and son don't seem to mind it at all. They are introverts. My son is doing zoom meetings with his friends.

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Gorgf — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 17:35:08 GMT

I am half Introverted and half Extroverted and have taken and administered the Myers Briggs personality test many times years ago. It remained the same. That being, I am ok with being home right now. I have noticed depending on the situation and activity which side is a preference.

My life hasn't changed that much as being home and retired. As long as I can get outside with my Dogs, happy.

There is no right or wrong. We all are a bit different which makes us unique.

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redheadmimi — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 17:38:42 GMT

No, you are absolutely not an unsociable introvert! I am loving every minute of this quarantine time-sewing masks and making quilts. Yes, I have hobbies and it does keep me busy, but it's truly been fun.

Before I retired, I would vacation at the beach in the fall by myself-my husband wasn't interested in "down time' so I would enjoy my alone time-

Enjoy-don't feel anything but grateful that you can enjoy your own company.

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Miss Pepsi — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 17:40:19 GMT

Hubby and i are homebodies and we are totally loving this. We have lots to do and we enjoy both each others company and our own company. We are good.

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roeroe1005 — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 17:48:13 GMT

I'm single, never been married, so the being alone with myself - I'm good. I've travelled alone, eaten in restaurants alone, no issue.

And I like just hanging in my apartment watching TV shows about people who live in haunted homes, or That Girl or Life Below Zero.

BUT, I do miss getting in my car and driving say, to the outlets, just to window shop or meander here or there. Cannot do that now and after being inside for 30 days, except for a quick trip to the supermarket, I would just love to get a latte or a Dairy Queen and sit in the parking lot at the beach.

I'm ready to slowly move on.

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RinaRina — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 18:06:40 GMT

@geezerette wrote:
@SXMGirl
@Deree

You are not alone. This is just my 'normal'. I'm fine with it.

But then, I always knew there was something wrong with me. By other people's standards, that is.

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I'm an introvert too (and retired).

Because I tend to "isolate", 2 year ago, I got a PT job to get out of the house 12 hrs./wk. .

The school closed on March 12.

The first few weeks of the quarantine I was fine.

Now, I miss the kids (at the school).

And, I'll never see them again because all the assistants were laid off.

So, I'm "isolating" again ...

SMH ...

Oh well .. life goes on.

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Still Raining — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 18:09:51 GMT

Only safe way to be. Going for 21 days this time. When this is over the door might need a tuneup.

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Mz iMac — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 18:14:36 GMT

@tsavorite What state do you live in?

"Can't even buy a bag of soil or mulch....no paint no nothing for home improvement."

I live in a hot zone state-New Jersey. Home Depo & Lowes are open because they are deemed essential.

"Can't fish alone on a boat...."

Why not?

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Ladylaughsalot — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 18:14:59 GMT

Everything seems pretty much normal for me too. I do miss going out to nice restaurants, but I have a lot to keep me busy. I do my own housework, and DH and I have gotten a lot done on the outside of our house.