Every introvert can probably write 101 tips on how to avoid social situations. Held up at work, doctor's appointment, out of town, baby-sitting, dog-sitting, plant-sitting, have a lot of things to do... just the usual. But when I do finally end up being in room full of people, I don't have the slightest clue what to do with myself.
I started ideating this series after being inspired by a chat with writer Meera Ganapathi. I wondered, "Don't we all have that one socially awkward friend?" I wasn't so sure.
That's when I realised, it's probably me.
I've grown into a 27-year old who looks for benches to crawl under, or curtains to hide behind at events involving more than three people. Every brave new venture with people goes down in the same way – a cyclical uneasiness resulting in sweat and silent tears rolling down the cheek.
The Socially Awkward Adult is a satirical series of GIFs exploring the challenges of being out-of-place, anxious, and awkward in a gathering:
(Neethi Goldhawk is an independent illustrator and pattern designer based out of Bangalore who loves drawing all things dreamy, inspired by nature and life. She has collaborated with brands like Yahoo and Nilgiris 1905, and platforms like Redbull Amaphiko and Launchora. You can check out more of her work on Instagram @kneethee)
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