Introverts during COVID (short read)

My profession leads people to assume that I’m outgoing. I’m quite the opposite. I’m an INTROVERT to the max. I love reading, writing, good music, art, cozy socks, good food, small circles, and being at peace with my own good vibes and thoughts. Oddly enough, I found that the pandemic was enough to drive even an introvert to socialization. God spoke the word “community” to me as we entered 2020. I didn’t know exactly what he meant. (It would have been ideal to ask him for details.) I thought it meant that I was supposed to create a community for Believing creatives. So, I went about doing so. Each attempt was shut down because of the pandemic. I kept the word in mind but continued through life as an introvert. Not too long afterward, God began to fine-tune a community within my circles. We then formed creative and safe ways for us to fellowship. We grew closer to God and each other which in turn formulated a solid community. Over a year later, I reflect and realize how dope it has been to have people I can call/video chat, eat with, hang out with, and grow with despite the requirements of masks and social distancing. The community has become a part of self-care. I’ve grown to recognize and appreciate how “iron sharpens iron” and how varieties of personalities and hobbies make for a good time. It’s also become an additional layer of support and love for a bonafide introvert such as myself. Who knew?!