Reflection
The minutes between classes are often treated as a gap to fill, but for an introvert they can be a small refuge. Recognising that short stretches of unscheduled time are legitimate chances to rest shifts how you navigate campus.
Pick a few reliable spots — a bench beneath a tree, an underused lounge, a quiet stair landing — and practice arriving there without expectation. Carry a simple toolkit: headphones for soft music or silence, a pocket notebook, or a warm drink; these small cues make solitude intentional rather than accidental.
Approach transitions gently: slow your pace, check in with your posture and breath, and give yourself permission to decline last-minute plans without explanation. Over time these small choices add up, creating a calmer rhythm between obligations.