[RHSeeger]

It seems relatively true that some people gain energy from socializing, while others expend energy to do so; extrovert vs introvert; which is what I been told is the difference between extroverts and introverts. It's not that introverts _can't_ socialize, it's just that they have a limited capacity to do so (with the caveat that there are people who have social anxiety that cannot socialize, who _also_ fall into the category of introvert).

Given how obviously true it _appears_ to be when talking to people about their experiences, why do you say that?

[lolinder]

> with the caveat that there are people who have social anxiety that cannot socialize, who _also_ fall into the category of introvert

Interestingly, I know people who say they are socially anxious extroverts—they need to be with people to draw energy but have high levels social anxiety. This usually means they need to spend a lot of time with people they know well and trust.