Quarantine Introvert Struggles for Me

Hey, y'all! I know my extrovert friends are struggling. If you listen to the internet, they say that introverts are in heaven. While I am pretty comfortable, as an introvert, I must admit I am struggling a little bit. I LOVE being at home, but I miss the option of being able to go outside if I want. I know my oldest has cabin fever which is resulting in him not making the wisest decisions. I originally thought it would be tough for my husband because he is an extrovert, but it hasn't been that bad for him. We have been staying up late nights working. That has been extra nice. However, I have not been able to recharge. There is absolutely no alone time when everyone is home. Even with the late-night quiet time, I am still up with Myon, and though that is very nice I require alone time.

My little one is up at 7:30 am so I spend most of my morning SLEEPY, but, after I get my rhythm going, I am good. However, by 2 pm, I am crashing hard! It seems like it doesn't matter what room of the house I go to someone is following me. Even if I sneak off it's like they follow my scent. I do manage to get a nap in, but most of the time that is still with Melody. So long story short, I am good with being at home, but I am not good with everybody else being at home all day as well. I know that may be confusing to some because you may remember Myles is usually with me 99% of the time. Myles is an introvert too so when we are home alone he goes to his room and I go to mine. We will meet in the kitchen have a short convo then go on about our business.

I feel like when outside opens back up extroverts are going to go extra hard, and I will be declining a lot of invites just to recharge. I feel like I am going to send my family to as many events as possible so I can be home alone so don't be offended if you invite me somewhere and I decline. It will be a while before I am truly recharged. Selfcare is great and I am practicing it often, but, yet and still, I am unable to get my chargeback.

Joy, Peace and Love,

D'Que