Being an Extrovert – And a Writer

I would say I’m an extrovert. I love being with people, talking and laughing until I can’t breathe, and dancing in public with my friends. I’m happiest when I’m around people who make me laugh. I love being busy, and I love a calendar full of plans. It helps me feel fulfilled.

But I’m also a writer. Which means I spend hours upon hours by myself – on my laptop with earbuds in (usually listening to NF or Sam Hunt or Thomas Rhett or something), writing in one of my many, many notebooks, or reading a book about how to be a better writer or blogger. Between my blog, my books, and the couple different life journals I keep, I spend a good portion of my time alone. And although I’m sure that sounds great to some people, it can be a bit of a struggle for the extrovert in me. I don’t want to say I become depressed when I’m at home for an entire day, because I’m very thankful for my beautiful home and my big family. But I definitely prefer going out and seeing people and experiencing life.

Of course, I absolutely love writing. I’m passionate about it. We wouldn’t be here if I wasn’t! I’ve shared before that I hope to go into writing as a career. But sometimes I wonder what it will be like going into a job that’s done almost completely on a laptop, while being an extrovert.

I’ve talked about this with a few stay-at-home-moms (also a dream job of mine) lately. They all gave me basically the same advice: to be intentional about making that time for the things that fulfill me. To make time for friends, for dinner out, and for phone calls with long distance friends.

I’ve also talked to other writers about how they manage this whole dilemma, and some have suggested taking my work to public places like parks and coffee shops instead of only writing from my couch or my desk.

This all made me stop and think about balancing working with the things that fulfill us. In the midst of publishing my book, I keep finding myself overwhelmed by the work I need to get done, and stressed about the whole process. Even when I’m not working, my mind is always telling me I should be working. But that’s not how we’re supposed to live, is it?

Yes, we’re supposed to work hard and be motivated. But we’re also supposed to enjoy this life without feeling guilty when we’re spending time with friends and family or doing the things we love. Because it’s not the money we make, or the education we receive, or the expensive possessions that we take with us to heaven. It’s the relationships we form, the people we reach out to, and the love we give.

Thanks for stopping by and reading what’s been on my mind!

Love,

Gabriella

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