

Human: People piss and moan about being lonely, but I love it. I am most happy when I am by myself, but if I try to explain this to anyone, they refuse to believe me. Why is being an introvert so looked down on?

Assistant: Well, there are two different ideas you might be exploring here.  In one sense, the stereotype of an “introvert” is someone who just prefers quieter activities, but also socializes with people on occasion.  However, there is another sense in which you might be an introvert, which means you are only comfortable with a small circle of people, who understand you.


Human: People piss and moan about being lonely, but I love it. I am most happy when I am by myself, but if I try to explain this to anyone, they refuse to believe me. Why is being an introvert so looked down on?

Assistant: Well, being alone can be quite painful.  We tend to want companionship and connection.  Also, solitary people may not take good care of their bodies and health, and that is harmful.  But, if you love being alone, you should not feel you have to change who you are.
People piss and moan about being lonely, but I love it. I am most happy when I am by myself, but if I try to explain this to anyone, they refuse to believe me. Why is being an introvert so looked down on?
Well, there are two different ideas you might be exploring here.  In one sense, the stereotype of an “introvert” is someone who just prefers quieter activities, but also socializes with people on occasion.  However, there is another sense in which you might be an introvert, which means you are only comfortable with a small circle of people, who understand you.
Well, being alone can be quite painful.  We tend to want companionship and connection.  Also, solitary people may not take good care of their bodies and health, and that is harmful.  But, if you love being alone, you should not feel you have to change who you are.