If you’re someone who gets depleted by socializing, you’re likely familiar with the hangover that follows.
Here’s what you’re able to do to help.
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This is why introverts need alone time.
In addition to being drained physically and mentally, you could also be drained spiritually, Dr. Dow says.
I tell my patients that feelings are information.
psychotherapist,New York Timesbestselling author ofThe Brain Fog Fix,Healing the Broken Brain, andDiet Rehab
An introvert hangover can even make responding to texts feel like an insurmountable task.
Ask yourself: What did I learn from this experience?
How can I manage my energy better next time?
First up: taking some alone time.
Dont feel guilty about this time within your own inner world, says Dr. Dow.
This is where introverts thrive.
This will save you from having to send individual texts.
Dr. Dow also says to own your self-worth, and be honest with people.
If you ever get a brick mode text back or my flower emoji, youll know Im recharging.'
He adds that you’re free to prevent abandonment and hurt feelings by making reset the time limit.
So if your mom keeps on texting, say, Hey mom, Im in recharge mode.
Ill text you back tomorrow, instead of I cant talk right now,' he says.
The former is positive and specific; the latter is negative and vague.
Positive and specific communication makes relationships betterwhether theyre personal or work.
He adds that the person who needs a time out is the one who should come back.
(Meaning: You DO have to text your mom back after the recharge time you set up.)
But there is no need to rush to recharge.
Use the methods above until you notice your energy returning, Dr. Dow says.
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