Life of Gen-X

Being shy can be tough, especially when it feels like everyone else is connected and having fun while you’re on the sidelines. I often feel like people don’t like me or are leaving me out, and I know that some of this is because I tend to be antisocial. Yet, I also find that I thrive in certain places. It’s confusing how I’m okay with certain things but not others.  Hold on, as I explain why I feel like I do, let me overthink this, because that is what I do. One of my favorite shirts, available on Amazon stating this...  This shirt available on Amazon The Challenges of Being Shy Feeling Nervous Being shy often means feeling nervous in social situations. I worry about saying the wrong thing or not being interesting enough, which makes it hard to join in conversations. This can lead to me staying quiet and feeling like I’m missing out. Fear of Rejection I often fear being judged or misunderstood, which makes me hesitate to engage with others. This fear of rejection can keep me f...

As I added to the title of this blog "no politics" I thought I should add why. When it comes to politics, I often find myself stepping back rather than diving into discussions. It's not that I don't have opinions; it's more that I prefer to keep those conversations at arm's length for a few reasons. Politics Is Complicated Politics can be really complex, with a lot of history and details that aren't always easy to understand. It can be overwhelming to keep up with everything, and I sometimes struggle to grasp the full picture. While I respect those who can, I often feel more comfortable observing from the sidelines. Staying Neutral I don't really identify with one particular side in politics. I prefer to see things from different angles and not get tied down to a specific ideology. This can make it tough to join in conversations where people often expect you to pick a side. The Negative Emotions One of the main reasons I avoid political talks is the ne...