I am majorly guilty of hiding and being reclusive and solitary for months, and even years, declining invitations to get-togethers with friends and coworkers...also from family.
For the most part, my best friends understand and don't pressure me to be social, though we remain in contact.
Tomorrow, my best friend is accompanying me to my university to help me set up my art work for my graduate review with all the art faculty, and then we plan on a pleasant lunch. This is nice and I'm grateful for her support, despite the times I've declined her invitations.
She understands that I am somewhat agoraphobic!
Patty