What’s the best way to recoup energy fast? I just got out of a 2-hour meeting with the most extroverted person I’ve ever met and feel like I need to hide in a silent, dark room to recover.

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By the end of the week, my brain is shutting down from having too much interactions. I really just need an empty room to sit in and stare at the walls for a week or two until I can unwind it all.

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I know the feeling. Quiet, solo time is my recovery prescription. Drink water, listen to favorite music and chill...

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Meditate

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Being surrounded by extroverts does get overwhelming and can totally relate wanting to lock yourself away to a quieter place to recover/recharge.
I second meditation too! A few mins every morning keeps me in my zone and not overwhelmed as easily.

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Very late reply but thanks so much! It’s really interesting to get your perspective. I was skeptical but your break-down is convincing. I too would like to be a sleep jedi

Do you need quiet time to review your notes or plan next steps?

Good points...thanks!

Maybe find a silent dark room?

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