Like you, I am not a people person. Even in T I kind of keep quiet and let T do most of the talking. Same trait as you - I love to observe people! I remember working in a line that had me interacting with average 40 people in a day (not including my 20+ colleagues!) and I dreaded every day of work.
Maybe it's just part of being an introvert (if you consider yourself one)?
Hope you'll find strength to take care of the things you need.
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"The is no better exercise for the human heart than reaching and lifting others up." - John Holmes
herethennow: This ward is a prison!
Wardmate: No.. here's not a prison. *points to brain* Here is.
dx: recurrent MDD.