Iam a self proclaimed homebody. I love being in my own home, taking time for myself and relaxing in an environment that I’m comfortable in. I used to be offended when people called me a homebody because I felt that they were insinuating that I was lazy or boring. Even the definition describes someone who is perceived as unadventurous, but I reject that notion and officially declare that there is nothing wrong with being a homebody.
I love new experiences and I love travelling to new places and discovering exciting aspects about the world around me, but there is nothing more comforting and calming than being home after a long day or trip. Some people do not need a home base to settle into and are content with travelling 24/7 and I commend those people. I admire their sense of adventure and ability to adapt to any environment and/or scenario with ease. However, no matter where I travel or how much I love a new place, it will never be the same as my home. With that said, it is definitely possible to claim multiple homes. For example, I spent most of my life living in North Carolina, spent four years living in Alabama, and am currently living in Mississippi and all of these places are home to me, but it is crucial that I have somewhere that feels like home to me.
There is an immense and distinct sense of comfort when you are in an environment in which you are completely comfortable and feel as though you can be yourself. I think there is often the incorrect assumption that just because you prefer to be in your home that you are unmotivated or lazy, when that is not necessarily true. By staying home and being alone, it allows me to focus on myself, which I don’t think enough people do. Many people continuously bog themselves down with situations they cannot control and begin to neglect their own well being and mental health. It is very easy for me to put everything above myself, but being home allows me to mentally recharge and strictly focus on myself and my well-being.
For me, being called a homebody is no longer an insult for it is more than just enjoying sitting on the couch catching up on shows, although I love that too. It gives me time to properly ensure that I am content and recharged from the many things that may affect my well- being. Everyone is different and I know many people who hate staying at home too long and have to keep it moving, but for me being a homebody is something I take pride in because it allows me to be my best self. There is no shame in being a homebody, if not for the mental health reasons, at least for the fact that you can wear pajamas all day.
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