Snakes? Those adorable little creatures don’t scare me. Heights? No big deal, I’d go bungee jumping tomorrow. Spending a week night at a loud, crowded event where I don’t know anyone and will be forced to socialize with strangers? The horror!
If your ideal evening involves spending time at home with your dog and a documentary, while the idea of attending a party fills you with dread, you just might have FOGO, or the fear of going out. And while there is no known cure for this condition, there can be comfort in knowing that you’re not alone (in your desire to be alone). Below, you’ll find some of our favorite recent posts from the FOGO Instagram page, as well as conversations with author and creator of Introvert Spring, Michaela Chung, and Yadirichi Oyibo, founder of Diary Of An Introvert. So enjoy scrolling through, and be sure to upvote all of the tweets that make your antisocial self feel seen!
#1 I Feel Like This Is Exactly How Kindergartners Find Their New Best Friends Yet We Feel Shame As Adults? I Say Embrace Your Inner 5 Year Old And Become Besties With Your New Banana Buddy, Ingrid. Sounds Like You Two Have A Lot In Common ❤️
We’ve all heard of FOMO, the fear ofmissingout, but are you familiar with the termFOGO? It’s for those of us on the opposite end of the spectrum, who would rather spend Saturday night curled up with their cat and a good book than out at a club meeting new people. There’s nothing wrong with being afflicted by FOMO or FOGO, but if the idea of being at a party or surrounded by people you don’t know gives you the heebie-jeebies, we’ve got a safe space for you right here, pandas.
TheFear of Going OutInstagram page is beloved by introverts and antisocial individuals galore. It has shared over 8,000 memes, tweets and photos over the years and has amassed an impressive 235k followers. Whether you struggle to find a balance between having a flourishing social life and enjoying cozy nights in or every single phone call you have to make fills you with dread, we’re sure you’ll find some relatable content on this list. So enjoy scrolling through, and enjoy the moments of peace and quiet you have to do so.
#2 What I Wouldn’t Give To Hear What Insults Gordon Ramsey Would Direct At A Babbling Brook 🙌
To learn more about what it’s like to need alone time to recharge, we reached out to Michaela Chung, creator of Introvert Spring and author ofThe Irresistible Introvert: Harness The Power of Quiet Charisma in a Loud World. Michaela was kind enough to have a chat with We and explain what being an introvert means to her.
“Being an introvert means I gain energy from solitude and lose energy in stimulating environments,” she explained. “I recognize that I have different needs and challenges than extroverts in social situations. I may need to take more thoughtful pauses in conversation, leave early, or schedule in fewer activities—and that’s okay.”
#3 Looking For Investors For This. It’s Urgent
#4 *slow Clap That Slowly Becomes Thunderous Applause*
When it comes to the perks of being an introvert, Michaela shared, “Introverts are capable of great focus, self-reflection and creativity. We also tend to be very observant. Our calm personality gives people space to relax and be themselves. We’re the ultimate Netflix and Chill partners (emphasis on the ‘chill’).”
On the other hand, Michaela noted that having limited energy to socialize can be really frustrating. “We may want to go to all the weekend parties, but only have the social batteries for one event,” she explained. “It’s hard not to feel guilty for saying no and staying home.”
#5 If It Is On My Mind, It Counts As Mindfulness… Right?
#6 You Know Those People Who Can Stand In The Same Spot In An Art Museum For Hours Staring At A Single Painting? I Get It Now
Michaela also set the record straight about the common misconception that introverts are antisocial. “We’re actually selectively social,” she noted. “For example, the introvert confidence coaching clients I work with genuinely want to connect with therightpeople. They’d rather have meaningful conversations with a few like minded people than make mindless small talk with a room full of strangers.”
#7 My Favorite Part Of The Transaction Is When The Panic Sets In 🙌🙌
Michaela also wants to assure readers that “it’s okay to be an introvert! I always encourage introverts to embrace their quiet strengths. It is possible to confidently socialize in your own introverted way—no extroversion required.”
If you’d like to learn more from Michaela or reach out to her for dating or confidence coaching, be sure to visit Introvert Spring!
#8 Stouffer’s B4 Broffers, Amirite?
#9 *is Excited For Bed Time Literally All Day Long, Since The Second I Woke Up Tbh* *finally Gets In Bed* *stares At Phone For Three Hours*
While the internet might love poking fun at us less social folks, there are plenty of benefits that being an introvert can bring you. According to Walden University, introverts are often extremely creative, excel in academic performance, find themselves getting more sleep than extroverts, are great at communicating in the business world and can use their listening and observational skills to be wonderful leaders. Just because extroverts are often louder and demand more attention doesn’t mean that introverts deserve to shine any less. They just might need to hide from the spotlight to rest and recharge every now and then.
#10 Plz Be Here For Me But Not Like Here Here. Over There Here
We also reached out to Yadirichi Oyibo, founder of Diary Of An Introvert, to hear her thoughts on this topic, and she was kind enough to open up with We about being an introvert. “Being an introvert isn’t just a fancy psychological term I tend to use; it’s my way of life,” Yadirichi shared. “It’s where my creativity blooms, and it gives my life a sense of purpose.”
“Introversion lets me do some deep soul-searching and connect with people on a genuine level. And guess what? It’s not just for introverts; it’s something the whole world uses,” she explained.
#11 Ya Had Me At “Disgusting Pile Of Goo” 🙌🙌
#12 My X-Men Power Is Sneaking Out Without Saying Goodbye ✌️
“Imagine a world where nobody takes a moment to think about things. We’d all be like zombies,” Yadirichi told We. “But, introspection helps us stay true to ourselves while contributing to society. So, for me, being an introvert isn’t just a personality trait; it’s the quiet glue holding the world together.”
#13 All Makes A Bit More Sense Now, Eh?
#14 Pretty Sure I’m About To Be The Winner Of The Argument I’m Having In My Head With My High School Math Teacher Who, Circa 2003, Was The Worst
#15 This Is The *exact* Energy I Seek To Embody As I Get Older
When it comes to the best aspects of being an introvert, Yadirichi shared, “The coolest part about being an introvert is that it makes me unique. No two introverts are the same. We might look similar on the outside, but our inner worlds are like uncharted territories.”
The founder also noted that being introverted freed her from the pressure to fit in. “Sure, I tried to be like everyone else during my childhood, but over time, I’ve come to love my quirks,” she explained. “Now, I wear my introverted nature with pride, knowing I’ve got something special to offer. Plus, nobody expects me to be anything other than myself, and that’s pretty awesome.”
#16 Apparently I’ve Been 40 Since I Was 25?
#17 No. Thank You!
#18 Feeling Aggressively Seen Tbh
Yadirichi does recognize, however, that there are some downsides to being introverted. “For one, I can get so comfy with my own company that I forget the importance of building relationships. Let’s be real; we all need people in our lives,” she shared. “More so, being an introvert sometimes makes me cling to my comfort zone like it’s my lifeline. While comfort zones are great for brewing ideas, there’s a whole world out there where we can share our talents and make a difference.”
#19 *meows*
#20 All Of The Above, Sugar *winks Seductively With Both Eyes*
#21 I Pay Roughly $83 Per Day For The Right To Live In My Home… “Going Big” Simply Means I’d M Be Wasting Money
She also busted a few of the common myths that surround introverts. “That we’re all shy, timid, arrogant, or just plain incapable. The ‘incapable’ myth gets under my skin the most because introverts aren’t any less capable due to our quieter nature,” Yadirichi noted. “We’ve got skills aplenty, but we might express them in more subtle ways. We’d rather avoid the spotlight and let our actions speak for us.”
#22 Are You Mad At Me: A Memoir By Me
#23 Ah Yes, House Cleaners Who Work For $30 And Want No Tips, And 25 Year Olds Who Make $615 In Monthly Donations. I Love Science Fiction ❤️
#24 One Time In Middle School I Called My Friend Eleni And Her Dad Answered The Phone And I Said “Hi Is Eleni There?” And Her Dad Shouted “Eleni! Your Friend With Horrible Phone Etiquette Called!” And When I Tell You That I Still Get Stress Dreams About This Interaction… 😂 😭
But Yadirichi wanted to make it clear that introverts certainly can rock the boat when it’s necessary. “In fact, the low expectations can work to our advantage. When people least expect, we spark intrigue, further allowing us to make a positive impact,” she explained.
“To my fellow introverts, you’ve got some serious potential. Your inner world is like a treasure chest of creativity; don’t ever doubt it. Embrace your uniqueness and never sell yourself short.”
If you’d like to hear more from Yadirichi, be sure to visit Diary Of An Introvert!
#25 Camera Cuts To Me Parking, Getting My Reusable Shopping Bag Out Of The Car, Walking All The Way To The Entrance Of Trader Joe’s, Grabbing A Basket, Stepping One Foot Inside The Door And Seeing All The People, Out Loud Saying “Absofuckinlutely Not”, Putting The Basket Back And Leaving
#26 I Genuinely Don’t Know How People Did It. This Is My Worst Nightmare
#27 I’m Sticking With The Time Isn’t Real Idea Because This Is Bonkers
We hope these tweets are making you feel seen, pandas, if you too have a fear of going out. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with being an introvert or liking to keep to yourself, especially when you can bond with like minded individuals through lists like this. Keep upvoting the pics you find most relatable, and if you’d like to find even more memes and tweets for antisocial individuals, be sure to check out We’s last article on the same topic!
#28 I Wish My Brain Had A Sleep Button. This Shit’s Exhausting
#29 This Honestly Sounds *lovely*
#30 You Can Cut Off All Human Interaction And Be On Your Phone *all Night Long* If You Want To!
#31 Why Sleep When Dwelling On Unlikely Disaster Scenarios Is On The Menu?
#32 “Whoopsie Daisy”- Me Looking Around At All The Burnt Bridges
#33 Well At Least The Photo Sounds Adorable. That’s The Important Part
#34 Doorbell: *rings* Me: *dives Behind Couch*
#35 At Least My Floaters Are Always There For Me 🙌
#36 Normalize Skipping Right On Over The Small Talk And Landing On The Farewell Portion Of The Interaction
#37 “What! Are You Doing! In My Swamp!”- I Yell, Confused, At The Neighborhood Children At My Door Who Are Trying To Sell Me Magazine Subscriptions (Seriously Though… How Is This Still A Thing?!)
#38 And Unfortunately The Stress Of Receiving A Social Invite Has Increased That To A Five Day Recovery Period With A Clause That Allows For An Extension For Any Reason, Let’s Touch Base In June?
#39 Who Am I Gonna Call? My Mom, Like Six Times A Day, And Literally No One Else
#40 Me, On The Verge Of A Full Blown Meltdown: “Doing Great Thanks! You?”
#41 I Now Communicate Exclusively Through Tagging People In Memes And I Wouldn’t Have It Any Other Way . *jazz Hands*
#42 My Mom’s Friend Has My Phone Number And Every Few Weeks Will Send A Massive Group Text. Not In Messenger, A Text. It Will Usually Be A Picture Of A Flower In Her Garden Or Something She Cooked, And For The Next Several Hours My Phone Will Be Blowing Up With Reply Texts From Boomer Strangers Saying Anything From “Lovely Flower, Here’s A Picture Of A Flower In My Garden” (Which Will Set Off Another String Of Texts Replying To That Flower) To “Please Stop Including Me In These Group Texts”. It’s A True Nightmare And Brought Me To The Point Where I Changed My Message Settings To Just Not Allow Group Texts From Anyone. I Do Not Want This
#43 Teehee My Bad Wasn’t Listening
#44 I Don’t Wanna 😭
#45 The Limit To My Attention Span Is 280 Characters Including Spaces And Punctuation So Plz Keep It Quick
#46 Thinking About Soon Making The Switch To Meetless Every Days Myself, Wish Me Luck 🙌
#47 *walks In Very Fast Laps Around Office With A Look On My Face That Is Meant To Reflect Deep Contemplation And Purpose When Really I Just Don’t Want To Check My Email*
#48 Moss Babe Goals
#49 … Every Visitor?? You Mean, Visitors To My House? That’s Just My Cat, Hon. And He Already Knows ❤️
#50 Kat Stratford Summer Is Hot Girl Summer
