Are you an introvert or extrovert? Are you the life of the party who loves to socialize and make new friends or do you prefer smaller intimate gatherings and feel the need to have time alone to recharge? Or.... are you like me? An “extroverted” introvert. Sound confusing? Welcome to my life lol 😂 I’ve come to realize that beneath my confident, outgoing and sometimes “loud” self, I’m actually much more of an introvert that most ppl think. I realize that my emotions, mood and temper are very easily impacted by my surroundings and other people’s energy. I find it exhausting and physically draining at times to put up a front and be social, especially in situations or events out of my control. When I’m out with friends or hosting a party, I tend to be the one running around making sure everyone’s ok and having a good time, yet at the same time, I’m always “in my head” and thinking a million other things all at once. I make friends easily but am also extremely guarded because I can’t stand to be hurt. My friends call me a “drama queen” and comment on how sensitive I am, yet despite my best efforts, I sometimes can’t contain my emotions and they all pour out of me in a flood of tears... and then afterwards, I feel so much lighter. ☺️ But even though I am so prone to stressing myself out, I wouldn’t change anything. Because this is what makes me me. Instead, I work on finding ways to learn more about myself, what makes me tick,how to navigate my emotions and moods and to become more balanced. I’ve reignited my daily meditation practice and also started journaling in order to stay grounded. And every now and then I take a break from social media to focus on the most important ppl in my life, my family. Thank you for staying with me till the end. 😘 Sending my love to all you “extroverted” introverts and kindred ambiverted spirits out there who may be struggling with expectations to be or to act a certain way. Take it easy, you don’t have to prove anything to anyone. You are perfect just the way you are. ❤️ Love, Cindy