9 Painful Struggles Only Introverts Will Find Relatable

Being an introvert isn't always easy. We get it.

It's time you shared these struggles with your extroverted besties so they can better understand the hardships you deal with on the daily. If you recharge your social battery by spending quiet time on your own, we know you'll relate to the following.

Canceling Plans Is a Major Relief

You're always cancelling plans with your friends because you'd much rather just curl up in your bed and watch Netflix all by yourself. Telling them you're out can be stressful, but you're relieved every time you do it.

(The Breakfast Club via Universal Pictures)

 

Excuses, Excuses

Coming up with a new excuse to get you out of those plans is nearly impossible. You've basically used every one in the book at least twice, so you have to flex your creativity to get by.

 

You Find Phone Calls Absolutely Terrifying

Whenever you get a phone call you immediately go into panic mode. You struggle to talk to people at all, and its 10 times as bad on the phone, which doesn't settle too well with you.

(Pretty Little Liars via Freeform)

 

Also read about: How to Figure Out If You're An Introvert or an Extrovert

 

Big Groups Are Not Your Forte

Hanging out with a large group of people can be rough. You pretty much just quietly slip into the background and go unnoticed unless a friend tries really hard to make you feel included.

 

Parties Are Another Nightmare Situation

And you definitely can't stand being alone when you're at a party where all your friends are present. One of them must be by your side at all times.

 

Every Social Situation Feels Like a Test to 'Act Normal'

Sometimes you're forced to interact with people and you stun yourself with the level of awkwardness you can achieve.

 

Also read about: 5 Zodiac Signs Known for Being the Biggest Introverts

 

Your Class Participation Grade Is an Issue

Being called on in class literally feels like the end of the world. Having to give presentations in front of everyone is even worse.

(The Princess Diaries via Walt Disney Pictures)

 

You Always Avoid Confrontation

If someone upsets you or something doesn't go your way, you shrug it off. You're not the type to deal with any sort of conflict.

 

Your Crush Might Barely Know You Exist

You're always watching your crush from afar, because you'd never dare converse with them.

(The Incredibles via Walt Disney Pictures)

 

If you think being an introvert is tough, wait until you read about all the devastating struggles left-handers deal with HERE.