I am an introvert, recharged by alone time.
Overwhelmed by social stimulation.
There must be something wrong with me, right?
At least that’s the message I heard.
A society built by the outgoing.
Why am I not outgoing?
Why is simple small talk a problem?
I wish I knew.
Socializing is often stressful.
Sweat trickles down my back.
Uncomfortable silences
Even after rehearsing I stumble with words.
That’s right I rehearse conversations.
What, you don’t?
I feel stupid.
Embarrassed.
If only I was less “shy,”
Just break out of my shell.
But it’s not easy.
If you’re me.
To be sensitive, defensive,
and selfish.
But in a different way than one may think.
Selfish with my innermost feelings.
For without protection they aren’t safe.
From fear of judgment, fear of loneliness,
Fear of fear.
Fear of hate.
Book of Mohs 
You are not alone . There are many introverts . I can relate to each and everything written in this post . I love this picture . Even I use it as my facebook cover photo from time to time . So you are not alone my friend .
I simply love Susan Cian’s book ” Quiet: the power of introverts in a world that can’t stop talking ” . Since 80% introverts are highly sensitive people . Dr. Elaine Aron ‘s book ” Highly Sensitive Person ” was also very informative for me .
Thank you so much for your kind words! 🙂 Yes, I also really liked Dr. Aron’s book HSP’s, but I’ll need to check out the other you mentioned. Thanks for the recommendations and for reading. Have a wonderful day!