One question that I hate to be asked is: “Why are you so quiet?” As an introvert, I am immediately offended because now? I have to talk. And I probably didn’t want to. Because if I did, I would probably already be “not so quiet” in the first place.

The primary reason why I’m so quiet could be related to a number of different things, including the weird world we now live in, depression, confusion, or a simple desire to withdraw from the cacophony of noise that now seem to fill our every waking moment.

In fact, along with the question being slightly intrusive and annoying, I may not even know the real answer myself at the time because there are a multitude of options to choose from.

Meaning – the possibilities are limitless and the reasons for selective silence on my behalf are never shallow.

As a matter of fact? Be careful what you ask for. 😂

Seriously, some of us only speak when we feel that we have something genuine, relevant, or valuable to add to a conversation.

The wiser among us have learned that not every statement requires a response.

And sometimes the best answer to a question? Is silence.

Maybe the person asking the question should learn to read the silence? 🤔

Some of us are happily lost in our own thoughts, and we actually enjoy spending time contemplating more serious matters that go well beyond everyday idle and mostly performative conversation.

Besides, isn’t there already enough endless noise and chatter going on already?

At work, at home, online, everyone is loudly and digitally voicing their opinions on this or that topic at any given time.

My contribution is quiet, thoughtful silence.

The alternative is hours of endless rambling on serious topics, which will then draw the opposite question,

“Omg. Why is she talking so much??” 🤯

Seems like a lose – lose situation to me.

Anyway, that’s why I don’t like this question. 🤣

Happy Friday Y’all. 🤸🏽

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