You Can’t Force Someone To Be Extroverted

Even if that someone is yourself.

Rebeca Ansar
Nov 6 · 3 min read

Since I can remember, I’ve preferred to get lost in books or puzzles rather than go to parties and socialize with others.

Despite my solitary tendencies, I’ve managed to make very close friendships throughout my life. The relationships that lasted have one thing in common. They let me be genuine.

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B.A. South Asian Studies| B.A. Cognitive Science| Exploring the human condition through writing | Hyphenated American |Intersectional Feminist | rebecaansar.com

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