I’ve really been rather isolationist at work as of late, though I’m not entirely sure why I’ve been in such a state of mind. I’ve been finding escape with my iPod, as well as just driving my energy into doing actual work and making solid progress on various projects. Maybe it’s just that I’ve grown a temporary distaste for small talk or other people’s stupidity. That’s possible. Though, in making myself an island, I’ve been getting a bit “lonelier” if only because the lack of social stimuli is becoming a problem.

See, the thing is, as much as I’m trying to block out people’s stupidity, I’m not considering the amount of stupidity that I generate myself. I’ve had many moments of being an ass, or being obnoxious. Would I be as intolerant of myself? Maybe. Maybe I just need to build a greater sense of patience?

I get the sense though that this state of mind is just kinda transient. I mean, sooner or later, I’ll get back to my usual “outgoing introvert” self. Once in a while, I find that being like this is helpful. It turns attention back toward oneself. In recognizing other people’s faults, it sort of highlights my own shortcomings, which I need on occasion. It’s only when you recognize that sort of thing that you can actively work to better yourself, yeah?