Things That Will Only Make Sense If You’re Someone Who Would Rather Stay Home On A Friday Night
It's Friday at 4:30 pm, you're counting down the last minutes of the day because you, like everyone else, are ready for this day to be over. But, instead of getting in on the plans for happy hour, you're making a mental list of all the true crime documentaries you're going to watch tonight.
Being a homebody is a blessing and a curse. It's great because there is nothing wrong with being a little introverted and quiet, but it also sucks because sometimes people don't get it. We're complicated creatures.
People Want You To Hang Out, But You Just Can't Be Bothered
The workweek was just five days long, you're tired, and you have pets to go home to and snuggle. Why would you go out when you can go home and be in bed by ten?
Sometimes You Lie About What You're Actually Doing
Not everyone understands that going out seems like the worst thing in the world to you at that moment. Besides, your favorite book or movie totally could count as someone you're hanging out with.
You're Probably Already Planning Your Night In The Morning
Literally the thought of going home and getting in your PJs with a snack gives you butterflies, the same kind you'd get as if you were going on a first date with your crush.
It Isn't Because You Don't Love Your Friends
They're your favorite people on earth. But, sometimes you enjoy your company just a little bit more and that's OK. If they get you, they'll understand that your need for alone time is real.
Especially Because Some Days Are A Struggle
Yes, we all have to get up every day and go to work and make small talk with the people at the coffee shop, but if you're a homebody, sometimes these things feel extra trying.
You Want To Believe You'll Be More Social
Sometimes someone will invite you to something that seems like it would be a good time, or sometimes you get invited to an event you know would be awful. Either way, you want to let people down softly when you tell them you're not going.
It Does Give You Too Much Time To Overthink
Depending on your mood, spending a lot of time alone can take you to some weird places. But, luckily there is free food at home and a little snack will fix almost anything.
You Put Your Phone On Do Not Disturb Almost Immediately
PSA: Texting can feel just as tedious and annoying as having to make small talk with someone. Unless you're in crisis, save it all for the next time that I see you.
When You Do Go Out, You Just Make Things Awkward
Sometimes you push yourself to go out and be social, but it always backfires because you just end up more tired OR a bunch of people you don't know now think you're super mean because you're so quiet and unreadable.
Social Media Is A Refugee And Also A Curse
You look to keep tabs on your friends and lurk the occasional ex. You like to post things online that remind people of how funny and witty you are, but you do not want anyone to engage with you on it.
Because You're So Private, You Can Be Hard To Get To Know
You probably have had more than one conversation that goes something along the lines of, "I hated you when I first met you, I thought you were so mean but you're actually really cool."
Sometimes Your Filter Doesn't Work
Depending on where your social meter is on any given day, sometimes you accidentally say you're ongoing inner monologue out loud and then have to laugh it off like you were joking even though you weren't.
At Times You Might Get Lonely
It can feel weird at some point to spend so much time alone. That's when you have those random bursts of energy where you text all your friends and see if they want to hang out.
But You're Pretty Independent
You're not someone who needs people in your life constantly to make you feel fulfilled. You put a lot of work and energy into making sure that you're interesting on your own.
If You Are Going To Have A Party, You Probably Want To Host
This can be a toss-up. Sometimes it's good to host the party yourself because it means that you don't have to leave your home, but it does mean that when you're ready to be done for the night, you can't leave.
You Keep Your Own Schedule
There is always the gamble you can make about whether or not being late will lead to the plans being canceled. Either way, being late means spending less time away from home so...
You Constantly Struggle Not To Cancel Plans
It's a balancing act. If you only cancel plans like 60% of the time, then there is a good chance that people will still ask you to hang out. Besides, sometimes they bail and that's always the best.
Eventually People Will Get It
Those nearest and dearest to you are going to understand that if it's after 7 pm, you're probably in for the night. In fact, you're probably already in bed relaxing and scrolling through Instagram.
The Dream Is To Find Someone Who Wants To Stay Home With You
You're not necessarily antisocial. You would love it if your partner or friends wanted to rock their sweatpants and watch Netflix with you. In fact, that would be the ideal situation.
At The End Of The Day, You're Good With It
Being a homebody sometimes feels like something you should be ashamed of, but it isn't. You've got to own it with all your might. If your perfect weekend is one spent at home, you deserve that!
