Trust or Dont Trust?
I’m not really an astrology fan, but sometimes I do enjoy reading what other people “think” my astrological sign has in store for me, or the people around me. A lot of the times, it gets it wrong and that’s something that I always find hilarious.
I saw this on my home screen this morning qnd started wondering about if I should really do this, or if it’ll be a bad idea.
I’m an introvert and for a lot of us, communicating with people is not really something we can look forward to. I always tend to carry all of my ideas, plans, concerns, etc to myself.
Having social anxiety on top of being an introvert makes it even harder to share what’s going through my brain.
I don’t trust a lot of people, and the people I do trust, I always get petrified of voicing what my future plans are. I honestly prefer to keep everything to myself, so then I don’t have to worry if my ideas fail, or if they succeed.
Don’t get me wrong, having someone you can trust enough to open up to is an amazing feeling, but it can get overwhelming as well. Especially if you feel like you’re being pressured into sharing something.
Instead of talking about my ideas with someone, I often just write them down. So that every time I accomplish something I can feel proud of myself for doing said task on my own.
The only person I can openly talk about my plans with is my best friend, and sometimes even with her it get’s overwhelming. She’s the most supportive and understanding person I currently have in my life, so just the thought of knowing she’ll be there for me no matter what, even if she doesn’t know my plans, and knowing that I’m being there for her in the same way. That alone is an incredible feeling, even if you’re not so open about what’s going through your head.
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And the really cool thing, Stephanie is that you just shared some secret things with all of us! Way to go! Keep striving for success!!
Jeff
I always say "nothing ventured, nothing gained". However I understand how hard you find it to speak out your ideas. Why not write your ideas down on a piece of paper and post it to your friend then it is up to your friend to bring up the subject. I bet your friend will be delighted that you felt confident to let her know your ideas and she won't mind talking about them with you.
I am now following you here at WA and wishing you all the best on your journey.
Hey you can pm me any time with your hopes or plans and I will keep them private. Sometimes not seeing the other person's face or hear their voice makes it easier. Writing down is also very good. That's what several members have said in their posts, to write down your plans or goals, Honestly feel free to PM me any time.
Have a blessed day.
Charlotte
There is a part of me I that doesn't tell anyone what I'm doing or thinking. It think it comes from when I worked and that was my world apart from other people in the my life. I like having a part of my life that was my own.
An introvert gets energy from within, an extrovert from outside. Every time I take the Myers - Briggs personality profile test, it comes up in the middle of introversion and extroversion. Maybe I have no dependable source of energy ?? Or 2 equal sources?? Introverts generally have lots of self reliance, or so it would seem.i would be very proud to be an introvert........Richard
Interesting results you got there! Introverts are usually strong decision makers, they over analyze everything and they tend to exclude themselves from any social interaction.
I want to be invited to social activities, but want the option to decline (without being considered rude). Maybe this indicates why I remain in the middle of introversion and extroversion.
I have that feeling sometimes as well. But it’s mostky because I want to feel like others think about me and consider my presence important. Usually, I still won’t go. Social events for me are too much anxiety inducing.
Good points you raise. I am amazed to find out with all the new ways of doing business that so much communication can take place now through writing, texting, video, etc.
I know if people who don't want to share there feelings or thoughts with others, or strangers, to have great success by writing there thoughts, ideas and desires to doctor's, therapists, and the like.
Instead of face to face appointments or facing fears of being judged, online appointments are becoming so useful.
Just a few observations, because you seem to write and express yourself so we'll. Maybe this could be helpful.
Brian
Hi Brian!
Thank you for your insight. You’re right! Online therapy is becoming more and more useful nowadays. Not to mention the amount of money you’ll save from going to a face to face appointment.
I understand an introvert... I am one myself, although most people don't know it. You can overcome your fear of communicating and you will be successful.
Joe
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Try each day to reach out .. writing keeps you on track but doesn’t push you outside your comfort zone... some people would rather die then speak in public ... yet many of them now speak in front of thousands ... by reaching out you’ll start to get better .. each day a little more etc. six months from now you won’t have that fear ..,
Tim
Thank you for that, Tim! One step at a time :)