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murielm99

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9. I understand what you are saying.

Reply to Orrex (Reply #7)

Sat Mar 14, 2026, 12:35 AM

18 hrs ago

People regard me as somewhat eccentric when I go out. I am an activist. But I prefer to be alone at home. I live in the country, too, and I would be uncomfortable with close neighbors.

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8 Common Myths About Introverts [View all] littlemissmartypants 21 hrs ago OP

Good video. I have a couple of extrovert friends..I love em but they can wear me out at times. I need peace n quiet 🤫 Deuxcents 20 hrs ago #1

People never believe me when I tell them I'm an introvert. Trueblue Texan 20 hrs ago #2

I've heard what I think is an unofficial term for that: outgoing introvert Orrex 19 hrs ago #7

I understand what you are saying. murielm99 18 hrs ago #9

I think so many of us have learned to be social. It's almost a requirement, particularly if you work somewhere. hamsterjill 19 hrs ago #8

YES! Trueblue Texan 11 hrs ago #11

I'm also an extroverted introvert. littlemissmartypants 17 hrs ago #10

I like being an introvert. ananda 19 hrs ago #3

I would classify myself as both shy and introverted. 3catwoman3 19 hrs ago #4

Introverts created the modern world... paleotn 19 hrs ago #5

Proud introvert here. Marie Marie 19 hrs ago #6