This week’s Booking Through Thursday asks:
“Do you consider yourself an extrovert or an introvert?“
I am introvert to the point that people may actually find me weird. As kid I was bullied and often belittled by people who were close to me. These experiences left me feeling awkward about myself and uncomfortable about sharing my feelings with anyone. I have real trouble talking to strangers and adjusting to new places. Once I get comfortable though I can be just like anyone else. But even then I am very guarded about my personal life and don’t often share what’s on my mind with anyone.
That is exactly what made me become a reader. I relied heavily on the fictional worlds created by books, TV shows and movie. I sought refuge and felt secured in them.
In real life my job has opened me up a bit. Having to deal with students and fellow teachers around the university has made me more voluble than before. The internet has also helped make my life much richer. Blogging and being involved in other activities have made me less of a loner. Now I can talk about the things I love without fear.
A Paperback Life 
I am glad that you have moved on, and enjoying social interactions more.
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Thanks!
The Internet can be a real blessing sometimes. 😉
http://dawntreader-island2.blogspot.se/2012/05/btt-turning-myself-inside-out.html
Yes it is a blessing, for me at least. 🙂
Probably an introvert.
http://thecharacterconnection.blogspot.com/2012/05/booking-through-thursday.html
‘Probably’? I am ‘definitely’. 😉
I do love how the Internet has provided a social outlet for some of us who enjoy being alone….
In my career, I had to be “out there,” but mostly I prefer my alone time, with occasional bursts of social interaction.
Here’s MY THURSDAY MEMES POST
So right! I like being alone but I do want to share my thoughts with like minded people. Internet helps me find them even if I can’t find them in real life.
That comfort zone is the real need for us introverts! Like you, I work at a university, so it does help bring me out of myself to interact with the students and faculty. Here’s my Booking Through Thursday.
Hey, Bev! Good to see you after a long time. Yes working at a university really does help because you can’t really teach without talking. Working has brought me more out of myself, I guess.
*Hugs* Great answer. I don’t like telling people my business either. Here’s my BTT. If you have a chance checkout my Giveaway!
Thanks,
Cathy @ Addicted to Books
Thanks! Isn’t it hard keeping your business private in this age of Facebook, Twitter and reality shows popping up everywhere? I find it so. Most people are dismayed when they can’t find out all about my private life.
I think the point is being comfortable in your own skin. Good on you for being open about the things that shaped who you are today. Enjoyed your post.
My BTT
@TCAbn The Motley Chronicles
Thanks for liking my post! This is one of the places I can be open about myself. I guess that is because no one knows who I am in real life. My guard is still pretty much up. 🙂