A few days ago, my friend and I checked out each other’s scar from having our moles surgically removed. I mentioned about people not mistaking me for being a talkative person anymore because my mole on my upper lip is gone now. Before, they would always joke how I have that facial feature which connotes being chatty and yet discover that I am this shy and quiet person. And she said,

“Lac, wakalan ka bala.”

I was also surprised someone thought of me that way, that I’m talkative. I just laughed at what she said but at the back of my mind, I sort of agree too.

I believe that not every person is just either on the introvert or extrovert spectrum. Some introverts have extrovert traits and vice versa. So in my case, I believe that I’m more of an introvert because I shy away from conversations especially if I’m not in the mood and a lot of times, I love me-time. Continue reading “An Introvert’s Guide to Talking to Strangers” →