Taken from the first page of “The Introvert’s Guide to Survival” pub. 3186
*FIRST A very quick, very necessary, very punctual definition of introversion* (to simply and responsibly whet the pallet) Introversion, as it happens is not a measure of one’s ability to be charming, debonair, dashing, or resplendent. In fact, Introversion versus Extroversion signalises plainly the idea that humans gather energy from other humans differently. Extroverts can plug in to any social situation, positively teeming with other unfamiliar humans and thrive, whereas for an Introvert to do so, it would take an immense amount of Self Actualization, and, well, courage to venture out and capitalize on such an endeavour.
For a human to survive, it needs human contact, and therein, as they have been wont to say
Lies. The. Rub.
The steps for cooking and assembling the Introvert’s Breakfast leave room for improvisation. But, in order to provide a rubric, the following guidelines are recommended:
FIRST: Start with coffee. Coffee at any time is never a bad idea. Any roast will do so long as it’s rich to the particular taste. (for this step, drinking the coffee is not actually required, ‘tis the ritual that comes with making the coffee, simply to “get the ball rolling” as it were)
SECOND: A journal entry. Experienced introverts are well versed with this step, however, it is more often forgotten or simply not mentioned in other recipes. The cultivation of one’s own handwriting is an essential flavour. Basic, yet essential.
THIRD: A series of decisions. The combination and variety of decisions varies, but can usually be whittled down to “what to wear,” “where to go,” and “whom to see.” These are important, for they must be bold, defining, decisions. Robust things that will put you “on the radar” for potential conversation. These decisions flavour the outing. The bolder they are the more savory sweet bitter sour spicy
your encounters will be.
Combine these elements on a plate and indulge. Sprinkle a little “alone but not lonely” or “mysterious, single bar patron” on top for taste.
*If you didn’t get it right the first time. Choose to try again. Though the public can be draining, a balanced diet calls for the consumption of this recipe at least once a week*