Cameron Conaway's Blog - Posts Tagged "introverts"
Recharge, fellow introverts
Many introverts, self-included, find it hard to communicate their need to recharge. While most extroverts gain energy from social events, for example, most introverts drain energy. Communicating your needs can be challenging, especially when it goes against societal norms which tend to reward extroverts.
What’s the way forward?
I’ve found it helpful, especially for recurring events or for events that last for days, to let it be known that I'm an introvert. In addition to opening up interesting conversations, it also helps set a bit of an expectation when I'm ready to roll out.
Another recharging tip is to focus on micro-charges. In the past, I often refused to recharge unless it meant a full-on recharge up to 100%. I’ve come to learn that small charges matter as well, and they keep your % consistently higher. For example, occasionally taking a 20-minute bath instead of a 10-minute shower can do wonders.
Lastly, work to let go of feeling guilt or shame about your need to recharge. This alone can open up new energy reservoirs.
What’s the way forward?
I’ve found it helpful, especially for recurring events or for events that last for days, to let it be known that I'm an introvert. In addition to opening up interesting conversations, it also helps set a bit of an expectation when I'm ready to roll out.
Another recharging tip is to focus on micro-charges. In the past, I often refused to recharge unless it meant a full-on recharge up to 100%. I’ve come to learn that small charges matter as well, and they keep your % consistently higher. For example, occasionally taking a 20-minute bath instead of a 10-minute shower can do wonders.
Lastly, work to let go of feeling guilt or shame about your need to recharge. This alone can open up new energy reservoirs.
