6 Ways To Survive a Party as an Introvert

Are you an introvert? There’s a reason why introverts aren’t usually particularly fond of parties—too much stimulation and small talk, but not enough authenticity and quiet. And yet, like most things in life, sometimes parties are inevitable. Thankfully, there are ways to make good decisions and enjoy parties, rather than seeing them as mere social obligations. Here are 6 Ways To Survive a Party as an Introvert!

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Credits
Writer: Catherine Huang
Script Editor: Kelly Soong
VO: Amanda Silvera
Storyboarder: Francesco Parente
Animator: Van Val
YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong

References:
Dembling, S. (2009, November 20). Party Survival Tactics for Introverts. Psychology Today. Retrieved April 3, 2018.

Murakami, H. (2013). 1Q84. New York: Vintage.

Ravenscraft, E. (2014, August 12). How to Survive a Party or Social Gathering as an Introvert. Lifehacker. Retrieved April 3, 2018.

Stillman, J. (2016, June 23). If You’re an Introvert, Here’s How to Survive Your Next Work Party. Inc. Retrieved April 3, 2018.

Temple, J. (2016, November 22). The Holiday Party: An Introvert’s Survival Guide. Huffington Post. Retrieved April 3, 2018.

[natiwati]

At parties I’m usually the one sitting alone in peace doing art or watching YouTube...ALSO NEVER TELL AN INTROVERT TO BE MORE SOCIAL! my dad told me that and it’s upsetting...

[alfox]

I can relate to this. I get really stressed and really tired. I had some fun, but the problem is when you can't leave because your family doesn't want to.

[kevinrznd]

I'm glad I only get invited to a party like once a year

[anjanetteromero]

I love this, I feel so left out a lot

[tkjo]

I used to be completely a complete socially anxious hermit, scared of parties, extroverts, and any type of social interaction. It wasn’t until I pushed myself into social situations like these that I realized I genuinely can enjoy people and that they actually enjoy my company too. Those were things I had thought were IMPOSSIBLE. For whoever reads this, if you’re an introvert like me with SEVERE anxiety who has doubts about themselves and others in so many social situations, these situations can actually lead to a door of moments and people and our act of trying serves as important personal growth! I hope none of you who are watching this feel alone and hopeless like I used to, but if you do, I’m glad there’s videos like these to show that our lives can change for the better!

[jennifernatalus]

As an introvert, taking breaks in quiet areas is sooo helpful, but always stay with a friend or someone who will motivate you to go back into the party instead of getting scared and missing out the rest of the time

[Simon]

0:54 Know when it’s worth it to go out
1:47 Arrive early if you can
2:32 Find a hiding spot and take frequent breaks in between
3:07 Focus on something manageable
3:54 Make an escape plan
4:31 Continue giving parties a chance

[EliannaCH]

Who else just sits in the corner of every social gathering because you can't bring yourself to talking to people?

Just me? Okay 🙃😐😶😔

[gamerfuzionhd]

I'm not an introvert but I can relate to this (I'm an ambivert)

[robomix]

"You can keep as quiet as you like.
But one of these days somebody is going to find you."

*Yea, especially when you're hiding from a serial killer*

[joonas]

Me and my friend are both introverts and usually get soicially exhausted at the same time when in a party. So what we do is go to the roof and have deep conversation in peace. So awesome. Even better if there is clear sky and you can see the stars.

[cocomon]

My friends: wilderness survival guide




Me: this

[Patrick-iowt]

More videos about introverts pls i love this so much

[bonniebunbuns]

To be honest I honestly feel like introverts should have their own community where they have a pride day with flags and parades and all sorts of stuff I think it would be pretty cool

[cheeps]

Me: watches the video and finds it helpful
Friend: So are you coming?
Me: absolutely not

[sfa]

But life is short why we have to waste time and energies forcing ourselves to be in wrong parties surrounding with extroverts with a whole bunch of small talks that we don’t enjoy...😩

[BxgorJess]

Thanks for this. Ive only been mimicking extoverts just to end up feeling completely crasheddd, just to survive.

[sipstea]

Parties make my head hurt 😂. I always sit in a corner for the whole time 😂

[gorastgorgievski]

In a party that has only 1 or 2 people I know, I usually just listen in to different conversations. If I find like-minded people then I just join their group for the rest of the party, they are usually people chilling in quiter part of the party, such as the balcony. If I fail to find this, I'll probably leave early as it just gets exhausting and not very enjoyable for me.

[etheosultimate]

What I do is find my friends and then get to a secluded spot and talk