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Khadijah Abdul Haqq's avatar

I too have to push back against disappearing. I love my time alone. I like who I am when I am alone. I do not have to be anyone. I can be me, not what folks want me to be or need me to be. It's a gentle dance I do between myself and being social.

CM Torres's avatar

I, too, grew up around palm trees, beaches and mangoes. And tamarinds and guavas. I vibe similarly, and that kind of environment is priceless. I always find it curious that solitude in nature energizes and recharges me, and having lots of social activities drains me. I guess it's the definition of introversion.

Dr. Tonia Dixon's avatar

Yeah. Same. I go and socialize and run back for the solitude.

Scarlet Ibis James's avatar

Take the time you need to do the things that bring you and those you love joy! 🔆