5 social survival tactics for introverts
Today I’m going to share some of my social survival tactics for introverts. If you’re an introvert I know you’ll relate to how far I will go to not be social. I’m sure you have done similar things yourself. I hope this post helps you to find some new ways to survive the social pressures of being an introvert!
The See from a distance and dodge
I am always on the lookout for people I know when I am in stores and restaurants. It is important to spot them from afar so there is no chance of a face-to-face meeting. The secret to this tactic is to see them before they see you, and then do your best to avoid them. I do this, a lot and it has been a tried and true survival tactic for me!
The freeze and take cover
When the doorbell rings at most homes the normal protocol is to go to the door and answer it. In my household, the normal protocol is to freeze and take cover and make it seem as if nobody is home. We stay frozen until the person goes away or if we’re feeling adventurous we might sneak over and see who’s there. However, under no circumstances do we answer the door if we are not expecting a visitor to our house!
The Call Screen
I hate talking on the phone. I think most introverts feel the same way. I rarely pick up my phone when it rings. I dread getting a call because I know I will eventually have to return it. I don’t know why I dislike talking on the phone so much. Maybe it’s the pressure of having to think of things to say on the spot. All I know is it is one of my least favorite things to do and screening my calls is a survival tactic that works for me because it gives me time to prepare for the conversation.
The find a pet at a party
I can’t tell you how many parties I have been to that I ended up hanging out with the host’s dog or cat more than the people at the party. I have some very fond memories of some special furry friends. Parties are overwhelming to introverts so finding a quiet spot off in a corner with a pet can be a welcome respite. I’m sure my introvert friends reading this can relate and this is another wonderful social survival tactic for us!
the Have your own ride
Bringing your car or having access to other transportation when going out with a group of people is a very important social survival tactic. There is nothing worse than being stuck somewhere when you’ve had enough peopling and your energy is drained. If you have your car, then you can politely say you are tired and head on home whenever your heart desires. This has saved me more times than I can count!
I hope that these survival tactics will be helpful to other introverts in maneuvering the social landscape of their lives. This post is all in fun and I may have exaggerated some things in the name of comedy, but they are actually things I do to handle social situations in my own life. Take care and happy introverting!
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