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I’m autistic. Trust me, being introverted isn’t a shield against the loneliness of social distancing

If
you’ve been active on Twitter recently, you’ve likely seen a plethora of jokes
about introverts and the ease with which they will be able to self-isolate
during the Covid-19 pandemic.
For those who are instinctually averse to too much socialising, an extended period spent in isolation may seem like a blissful respite from the chaos of the outside world.
However, from personal experience, I can tell you that far from being an oasis of calm and solitude, self-isolation in a confined space can devastate a person’s mental health to the point they may even struggle to recover.
You can read the full article: I’m autistic. Trust me, being introverted isn’t a shield against the loneliness of social distancing – The IndependentFor those who are instinctually averse to too much socialising, an extended period spent in isolation may seem like a blissful respite from the chaos of the outside world.
However, from personal experience, I can tell you that far from being an oasis of calm and solitude, self-isolation in a confined space can devastate a person’s mental health to the point they may even struggle to recover.
Are you introverted or extroverted? How have you felt in lockdown? What kind of things have helped? Let us know in the comments below!
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I live with ME/CFS, and it's weird to be well enough to go out, and then not go. I don't know what to do with myself, and can't focus on anything for more than 15 minutes.
People used to stare at me because I wore gloves to go out and about, now lots of them are doing it!
I can't do phones and definitely not video calls, just the odd email and Messenger now and then, but tbh none of us have anything to talk about in the current situation anyway lol! I am also on another forum so guess I get some socialising from that.
Having said all that, I do still get 'lonely' and wish I could meet more people in real life...but that's been exactly the same through lockdown as before. Seems paradoxical, I know!
My Christian faith has also helped me greatly. I also like to listen to a Bible study class on a Christian radio show every night as a means of calming my mind down. I find that it helps me relax. Saying my prayers also helps. I pray frequently.
Have you thought about taking up art @Odduck? It can also help.
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