[introvertguy]

I'm not much of a man's man. I never cared to be or cared for those type of men around. I do care, however, how people perceive me, sadly enough. I just want to enjoy my introverted life reading, watching Futurama for example, working on my graphic design portfolio, playing video games and listening to my indie records. I never cared for any of the superficialities of socializing. It just seems people trade their humanity for a superficial image anyway. It all feels fake to me. Basically how do I accept myself? I love being introverted and if I could I'd become a total hermit. The problem I'm always worried what people think of me, and I don't even like 90% of them! What's up with that? I worry about the people I claim not to care for judging me? LOL I can't take it anymore. is there a place for me in this world? Will I ever find people I can relate to? Will I ever find a like minded woman to date? I came home from work today after dealing with customers and coworkers and all I felt was fear that I won't find my place in this world, peace, self acceptance and contentment.

I'm not sure what to say except that you're not alone. I feel the same way. I just want to live in the mountains with a well-stocked library and a good dog. Dealing with other people is exhausting. Unfortunately, most of us don't have any alternative. So what do we do? We can survive in a social world, but can we ever thrive in it?