Quote Originally Posted by OakLeaf View Post
I was recently introduced to the Jungian concept of introversion/extroversion. The idea is that most people gain energy from being with others, but there are some people who need solitude to recharge. I'm one. Sounds like maybe you are, too. (This is independent of the common concepts of introversion or extroversion - someone can function well in social situations and even be a show-off, but still be drained by it emotionally.)
Yes! Thank you! This is me. And isn't the bike wonderful for solitude?

Roadie gal, I have wondered about exactly the question you ask. As I get older, I am less interested in superficial friends, and I have less of a need to please people. I hope I am just changing to a different type of friend, as "special interest" friends are playing more of a role in my life.

It's a good topic to discuss.