i think i made a hermit out of myself years ago, not to a bad extent but enough to be called one in my own innturpritation. i rarely go out except shopping with my husband, family gatherings, of which i hardly talk, and just stay home alot more than most people. i did and am going to be a friendly visitor for elderly people in my area to get out, i don't work but am a homemaker. i worked years ago until an accident disabled me.