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Do you think there is something wrong with me for wanting to be quiet or spend time by myself?

It has been this way since I was a child. I can barley spend time with a lot of people without feeling completely drained afterwards. Every night, I'm always on the verge of telling my poor partner and kid to "shut up," because I want to watch TV in silence. I usually only feel relaxed when I'm alone.

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frequentlyme · 70-79, M

Not all that unusual, and certainly there is nothing wrong with you. It can make certain relationships difficult, but there are many who need "me" time.