I don’t do well in front of crowds. In fact, I often don’t do well in a gathering especially if there is one or two members of the gathering with whom I am not overly familiar. So having you here, in a medium that tends to work much more successfully for a person of my particular nature, I’m going to let you in on a secret: I'm an introvert. And this is me.
My name is Ronald, and I am a Nigerian. The first of four siblings and a guy in his late 20s. I’m an introvert, there’s no question about it. I’m shy, I like being alone and I’m good at it, and I avoid confrontation at all cost. I am also a good listener and an observer.
Being an introvert in an extrovert world is hard. I’ve always been this way, and I’m fine with it, but I do understand that sometimes it can be frustrating to the people in my life.
Likes. There are many things I like to do, to see, and to experience. I like to think, I like to dream, I like to listen. I like to see the sunrise in the morning, I like to see the moonlight at night; I like to look at the clouds in the sky with a blank mind, I like to sleep late, I like to get up late. I like to be alone, I like the silent night. I like delicious food and good movies. I like nature, I like dogs. And, I like me.
Hobbies. Needless to say, I don’t really go out much, and I’m completely fine with that. I don’t take part in out doors sports and I stick with people I like and get along with. Besides indoor games, I like to watch movies and listen to music. They inspire me.
Communication. During my school days, I hated being asked questions. I seldom contribute in classes. I do my best to avoid presentations. I hate public speaking, and I avoid it. I like to keep to myself. I never call people, unless I have to. I prefer to send messages. I procrastinate as long as I can when I need to make a call. I can easily go a few weeks without talking on the phone, unless someone calls. I also don’t like asking for something, verbally. My Friday nights are spent on my bed with my phone in hand, chatting, watching movie or reading news updates. This is me.
Emotions. I'm highly sensitive but not comfortable with crying in front of anyone. But I did cry during my late father's burial, I couldn't help the tears. I hate fighting with people not only because the priest said fighting is not good, but because that is the only thing that really just makes me cry, especially when I attempt to explain what happened. Also, whenever someone tells me something that requires a big reaction, I always fail woefully. A person could be pouring out their soul to me, and I would just sit there with a blank expression, I fail to display the amount of compassion, sorrow, happiness, love, disgust, whatever it is that I’m feeling at that moment. I do feel all of those things, I just don’t know how to show it. Sometimes I think of situations and things I would like to tell someone, and I can see myself being open, but when an opportunity presents itself I close up. It can be exhausting, but this is me.
Friendships. I have a small friend circle, thanks to my inability at making new friends. I find it hard to approach new people without a good reason. Unless the people I meet have the kind of personality that I immediately identify with it can be awkward and weird to hang out with them at first. As nice as some people are, it takes time for me to form a bond strong enough to really be at ease with them. That's just being me.
Dreams. I have lots of dreams yet to be achieved. I hope to have a lovely family and own a large animal farm. I like to make some sort of plans, although sometimes even I have a moment of spontaneity. I try to remain open to new things, but I need my alone time every single day. I need to have that quiet time that’s just me.
This is the me I can share for now. If you are interested in knowing more, subscribe to my subsequent articles. Please, do not expect too much, I live a simple life and I am just a wannabe writer.
I’d love to hear from you!
Hi Ronald! It's Nice to meet you! thanks for reaching out to all of here to hear your story! I have my own story posted in here as well =) if you care to take a read and let me know what you think!
https://read.cash/@Thremos/why-i-qualify-talk-about-the-body-and-its-generalized-health-1cd808b3