Casual connections are hard for introverts

As an introvert, casual relationships can be tough for me to sustain.

Small talk and surface-level socializing feel draining without a deeper connection or shared activity to ground the interaction.

I’ve realized that I connect best when there’s real meaning behind the exchange—something more substantial than just keeping up appearances.

Without that, I find it hard to maintain these relationships, as they often lack the engagement I need to feel truly connected.