Tips for introverts on surviving the holidays
Posted by staff / December 9, 2015
On the one hand, it’s great having friends and family around for the holidays, yet that doesn’t ease the anxiety of introverts who need less excitement, not more, to recharge.
Give yourself the gift of peace of mind this holiday season, introverts, following these tips from Care2‘s Ashlyn Kittrel.
Also, if you happen to be visiting a known introvert, the best present you can give them could be the chance to get away from it all.
Trust me.
Be adamant about alone time.
…This is particularly difficult during the holiday season when you may be staying with relatives. Taking a walk around the neighborhood, offering to run a few errands for your host or simply seeking solace in a quiet coffee shop or library are a few ways to escape. It can be hard to let your loved ones know that you need this alone time, but it will allow your personality to fully shine when you are with them.Utilize your strengths to offer help to others.
Does your mom or sister need help wrapping gifts? Does your dad need help putting up decorations? There are certain unglamorous tasks that may be required around the holidays. While others may not jump at the chance to spend hours alone in a room with no one but wrapping paper for company, this may be a chance for a small escape…
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