Any other introverts out there?

Dave59
Dave59 Posts: 28
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I'm not great at the rah-rah encouragement thing, but it helps me to see stuff in my news feed from other people. The ups and downs from other people help me try to get back on track and stay on track. So I could use s few friends who aren't expecting a whole lot. Maybe just an encouraging comment here and there.

I joined here 2 years and had good success. Then I let things slide. I'm going to try and do better tracking things again (not that I haven't said that a lot in the past year).......

Dave

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  • trixiemou
    trixiemou Posts: 554 Member
    Hi Dave, I am on here most days and do not mind if you don't say much haha, the odd chat is allowed. Its good to catch up and check out what people are up to. :smile:
  • jensnewstart
    jensnewstart Posts: 97 Member
    Hello fellow introvert, I'm here daily, feel free to add me
  • swymfit
    swymfit Posts: 5
    I'd like to join you on this journey. This is my first time on this site. I'm kind of on the shy side. I too would like occasional encouragement and to give encouragement and am looking for someone to connect up with.
  • curiouspeach
    curiouspeach Posts: 18 Member
    Sounds great - feel free to add me :)
  • marvybells
    marvybells Posts: 1,984 Member
    i am the same way, feel free to add me. i like to be connected but do not expect daily encouragement from others, i just like to take a peek now & then to see what others are up to so i would love some friends that don;t have too many expectations from me :)
  • chellie47
    chellie47 Posts: 97 Member
    Feel free to add me also if you like. I am here every day..but I dont have time to post a lot!
  • Huzke
    Huzke Posts: 97 Member
    I'm somewhat outgoing but only because the career path I kind of fell into required it so I adapted. So for the last several years I've been in leadership positions, run professional development classes, seminars, and have had to adapt to public speaking. But for the majority of my life I was an introvert that would avoid a lot of social situations. Any time that I wasn't working was spent alone at home reading, playing video games, or watching documentaries.

    There is absolutely nothing wrong with being an introvert so I don't think changing is for everyone, so don't take the message of my post the wrong way. I don't even think there was anything wrong with me back then, in fact I still do have many qualities of an introvert at times. Just because I'm now capable of doing all the things I listed previously doesn't mean I'm always comfortable doing them. But I can identify with your tendencies and if you want to add a fellow Michigander to your friends list feel free to add me.
  • bluebug53
    bluebug53 Posts: 86 Member
    I believe Introverts are a very necessary part of society, and that we have our own power!!!! : )
  • JULIEdance
    JULIEdance Posts: 139 Member
    Hi, feel free to add me :-)
  • Juashmom
    Juashmom Posts: 55
    Feel free to add me as well...also an introvert. Some days I'm more active than others but I do log every day
  • SLRamirez2012
    SLRamirez2012 Posts: 297
    Feel free to add me too. I will not expect too much from you lol. Love to help you along your journey
  • Pedipawz
    Pedipawz Posts: 2 Member
    Feel free to add me, im new and not online that much x
  • Jimaudit
    Jimaudit Posts: 275
    So what your saying is you are a peeping Tom? Looking at everyone's diary and watching what they are doing?

    Awesome, add me and you can peep all you want!! I log most days and sometimes post irrelevant banter.
  • sura987
    sura987 Posts: 30
    Hi,
    I've been a member here but so far I'm struggling with weightloss/fitness. I've fooled myself into thinking I can do it alone, but if you would like to share any hints what has worked for you, I'd be gratefu to hear them. I'm more introverted "the loner type" but
    connecting with other members might be good for me. So if you'd like to add me, please do.
  • LiftAllThePizzas
    LiftAllThePizzas Posts: 17,857 Member
    Yep another introvert here. Feel free to add me.

    It's not a matter of being 'shy' as many people (extroverts) think, it's that we don't need constant social interaction because we get that (and our self respect/self image/self esteem/motivation) internally, instead of from others.
  • nsdjogger
    nsdjogger Posts: 39
    Kinda sounds like me. Feel free to add me. :)
  • betsy179
    betsy179 Posts: 34
    Hi welcome back you can me if you like.
  • tloewe6
    tloewe6 Posts: 3
    Hoping mostly down with the weight, no encouragements from anyone not even god hahaha.
  • littlepinkhearts
    littlepinkhearts Posts: 1,055 Member
    I'm pretty quiet/laid back for the most part....add me if you like :)
  • rafiki2013
    rafiki2013 Posts: 49 Member
    Add me as well. Busy alot so difficult posting on a regular basis.
  • dave4d
    dave4d Posts: 1,155 Member
    I'm also very introverted. I rarely post things about myself, and rarely comment on people's walls. I will occasionally give congratulations on certain things, but most of my friend list is inactive. Good luck.
  • MissJanet55
    MissJanet55 Posts: 457 Member
    I'm the kind of introvert who tries not to speak unless I have something to say that feels significant to me. Add away!

    (PS introverts might be interested in reading Susan Cain's book, Quiet: The Power of Silence in a World That Can't Stop Talking. It gave me many, many "aha" moments, and will make introverts feel a little less crazy. She also has a terrific ED talk.)
  • dems11
    dems11 Posts: 30 Member
    Hi, Dave. Please add me as your friend... I just began MFP a few days ago and am hoping to lose at least 30 pounds. Finding that tracking every bite is revealing. If all goes well, this will incentivize me to diet and exercise much more.... Good luck on your renewed journey!
  • mswize
    mswize Posts: 113 Member
    I'm the kind of introvert who tries not to speak unless I have something to say that feels significant to me. Add away!

    (PS introverts might be interested in reading Susan Cain's book, Quiet: The Power of Silence in a World That Can't Stop Talking. It gave me many, many "aha" moments, and will make introverts feel a little less crazy. She also has a terrific ED talk.)

    I saw Susan Cain speak at a conference last month, it was amazing!
    THANK YOU to the original poster who brought up the introvert question! Yes I am and I would be open to being added by other introverts as well. We can support each other!
  • MissJanet55
    MissJanet55 Posts: 457 Member
    (PS introverts might be interested in reading Susan Cain's book, Quiet: The Power of Silence in a World That Can't Stop Talking. It gave me many, many "aha" moments, and will make introverts feel a little less crazy. She also has a terrific ED talk.)


    Shoot, this should say TED talk, sorry for the typo.

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