Here are 6 misconceptions about introverts.
I. You don't lack social skills
For real, do you? You know you can hold a real conversation. You just need the right people, the right vibe, and the right place. Your energy is not for everyone. That’s a good thing. Keep it that way.
II. You're not shy
People love to give out labels. That's all it is. A label. You don't have to be social with every single person or thing. It's your choice. It’s your life. Who you wanna vibe with. That doesn't make you shy, that makes you smart. Don’t forget that.
III. You aren’t socially awkward
Not even close. You just aren’t interested in the boring & fake small talk. And you know it. You're selective. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with that.
IV. You aren’t quiet
People love to say this. Let them. You know yourself. That's just how you navigate. It’s important to stay true to who you are. Quiet is NOT a bad thing.
V. You are not weird
You're different. Which is GOOD. You have your own vibe. Your own standards. Thing that makes you, you. That's not being weird, that's being yourself. Embrace it.
VI. You're not closed off
Having boundaries is completely normal. Letting anyone and everyone into your life is not smart. They need to be someone you vibe with. You have to connect with them. You want real. As you should.
The bottom line is YOU ARE YOU
“Quiet, shy, awkward, weird”. The only thing that really matters is you are being YOURSELF. You're not pretending. You're not trying to fit in. Act like someone else. That’s the only thing that matters.