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Imagine Family & Home, Intimate Relationships, Friendships, Workplace/Career, School/Education, Neighborhood, Places of Worship, Clubs and Interest Groups as thriving ecosystems where meaningful connections flourish - isn't that their true potential? Yet, why do people sometimes lose their spark and detach from these very environments? Often, after facing pain, burnout, or overwhelm, individuals shield themselves with indifference as a survival mechanism to safeguard their emotions. This… read more

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A MyDepressionTeam Member

For my curiosity, an introvert is a person who is energized by spending time alone or in quiet settings, focusing on internal thoughts rather than external stimulation.

April 29
A MyDepressionTeam Member

@A MyDepressionTeam Member I'm an introvert and I don't like being in big groups of people. I'd much rather go home than go to a big party. Or, just hang out with one or two friends instead. Whenever I do something around a lot of people I always need to have some time alone for a while. I'm also in a small city so what I consider a big crowd is really not that big.

April 29
A MyDepressionTeam Member

I agree. I moved to my town 10 years ago and not making many friends. That is difficult if you are an introvert like me.

April 29
A MyDepressionTeam Member

I did that. I quit going anywhere. My husband picks up groceries. I only go out occasionally to see doctors or go somewhere with my husband. I've been dealing with anxiety. I'm trying to change that but finding it hard to make new friends where I live.

April 28
A MyDepressionTeam Member

Very true!!

April 28

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