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Guilty pleasures of an introvert. Does anyone else do this?
I’m an introvert. I’m not working on it. These are my guilty pleasures.
By Lucy · 17 August 2026

I’m an introvert. I’m not working on it. These are my guilty pleasures. Can you relate to any of these?
Making a coffee at home and sitting in a car park watching people go by from the safety of your car.
Closing the curtains in the daytime.
Booking the most ridiculous seat in the cinema so you don’t have to sit near anyone.
Putting your phone on Do Not Disturb.
Never answering phone calls.
Wearing headphones with nothing playing (the universal "do not approach" sign).
Getting a delivery even though the shop is five minutes away.
Reading in a café with your back to the wall like you’re on a stakeout.
Taking yourself to lunch at an off-peak time so it’s basically empty.
Taking the stairs just to avoid the lift conversation lottery.
Making plans, then cancelling them, then having the best evening of your life.
Sitting in your parked car for a few minutes after arriving home (transition time).
Saying “I’ll let you know” because committing to plans feels like a trap.
Loving rainy days because it gives you permission to stay in.
Going to the supermarket late at night like it’s a luxury experience.
Hoping your neighbour doesn’t come out at the same time (and timing it perfectly).
If you get it, you get it. Comment below if I missed any!
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