Let’s be real: I’m a bit of a liar. Yep, I said it. But it’s not about Santa or the Tooth Fairy—though I’m all in for that magic. I’m talking about the version of myself that I share on social media. To most, I come across as this vibrant, outgoing person through my posts and stories. In reality? I’m an introvert, and “extrovert” isn’t even part of my vocabulary.
This has been me for as long as I can remember. Back in high school, I was terrified of chatting with girls in my classes. Attending an all-girls school just made it worse, as I often felt like everyone was superior to me. Over time, I did open up and made some lifelong friends, but these days, I’m not really interested in building new friendships. I’d much rather spend my time at home with my family, my true comfort zone.
Now, don’t get me wrong—I’m involved in my kids’ school, church, and a ton of activities. My kids are into sports, I’m a Girl Scout leader, and my boys even dabble in the speech team. I genuinely enjoy these things, but once I’m done volunteering or cheering them on, you’ll find me at home in my comfy slippers and sensible nightgown. I have plenty of friends, but going out for drinks? That ship has sailed. I used to enjoy it but now I prefer texting. I’m just not about that social life anymore.
As I grew older and became a parent, my perspective shifted. Family means everything to me. I want to cook dinner, watch movies, and play board games together. If we do go out to eat, it’s usually just me and my husband for a much-needed date night—he loves being social, while I’m more than happy to pass on group outings. He has friends who he meets up with regularly, and that’s perfectly fine by me. Grab lunch, dinner, coffee? Go for it! I just don’t feel the need to tag along.
Now, I’m not depressed or anxious about spending time with friends. I’ve simply embraced my introverted nature. But when it comes to social media, things change. I’m super active on Facebook; my mom and I spend loads of time together. She’s the life of the party—hilarious and always getting us into mischievous situations that end in uncontrollable laughter. I love capturing those moments on my phone and sharing them. People seem to eat it up, and honestly, I do too.
Social media is my outlet, and I wouldn’t trade it for anything. It connects me with people I once lost touch with, which is amazing. But I like to keep it at a distance—just where I want it. On Facebook, there’s no pressure to put on pants or feel guilty about lounging in my pajamas. I can enjoy others’ lives and share mine without any hassle. It’s the perfect setup for introverts like me. I genuinely care about my 1,100 Facebook friends and their lives; it’s fascinating to see what they’re up to. I love making people laugh—my life is just inherently funny, and I can spin stories that keep everyone entertained.
Having the chance to connect through social media is a beautiful thing, even if it can feel overwhelming at times. Instead of sitting through a boring lunch, you can just scroll past—easy peasy. And honestly, I don’t mind if people do the same with my posts.
So, is it wrong to be outgoing online while being a homebody in real life? Not at all! I think it’s the best of both worlds. It lets me engage with friends in a way that feels comfortable. It’s not being fake; it’s being true to who I am. And you know what? That’s no lie.
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In summary, social media allows me to connect and share my life without the pressures of in-person interactions. I’m an introvert at heart, and I’ve learned to embrace it while still enjoying social connections virtually.
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