on Medium

on Medium

I joined Medium about two months ago and struggle to get into the site or decide what to write about. Of course, I want to promote myself like most—otherwise why would we be here? And if you have other reasons, I would love to hear them. Frankly I find it a bit overwhelming and chaotic. I write poetry for the most part and have decided to stop pursuing traditional publishing avenues and self publish so naturally I need to self promote.

There are avenues like Medium to self promote but is it any different than traditional publishing. The algorithms, much like an editor decide who gets to read what and furthermore why would other writers frantically trying to promote themselves take the time to read anything?

extrovert

in need of therapy

For those of you who aren’t poets the above is a senryu. Some of you may take offense to this and I think if you do then I have achieved a certain amount of success. A senryu is much like a haiku except without the element of nature.

I consider myself on the high end of introversion. I believe there are levels or maybe degrees is a better term. I don’t go into much research on introversion but just enough to allow me to know who I am. I get bored with things easily like, publishing for that matter and in deep thought I often wonder, Do introverts honestly need therapy? So I asked Googles Genisis and here is what it told me;

The short answer is: Not because they are an introvert.

Introversion is a personality trait—a preference for internal reflection and lower-stimulation environments—not a mental health disorder. Being an introvert is as natural as having brown eyes or being left-handed.

However, the "need" for therapy usually depends on how that introversion interacts with the world around you.

When an Introvert Might Seek Therapy

While introversion itself doesn't need "fixing," many introverts find therapy helpful for navigating a world often built for extroverts. Common reasons include:

• Social Anxiety vs. Introversion: Many people confuse the two. If you want to socialize but feel paralyzed by fear or judgment, that’s anxiety, not just introversion. Therapy is excellent for this.

• Burnout: Constant pressure to "perform" or "network" in extroverted workplaces can lead to deep exhaustion. A therapist can help with boundary-setting.

• The "Quiet" Burden: Introverts sometimes internalize stress rather than venting it. Therapy provides a safe space to process thoughts out loud without the pressure of a social "performance."

• Self-Acceptance: In a culture that rewards the loudest voice, many introverts grow up feeling "broken." Therapy can help flip that script to see introversion as a strength (deep thinking, listening, focus).

When You Probably Don't Need It

If you:

• Enjoy your own company.

• Have a few deep, meaningful relationships.

• Are productive and happy with your quiet lifestyle.

• Simply feel recharged by being alone...

...then you’re just a healthy introvert doing exactly what you’re wired to do. There is no "medical" reason to change that.

It then concluded with, The Litmus Test: Does your quiet nature cause you distress or prevent you from reaching your own goals? If yes, talk to someone. If no, keep enjoying your book>