I would try not to worry so much what your friends think. Focus on what is important to you. If you feel like you could use a break to go to a party, then by all means go. But if you are just going to fill some societal expectation then I don't think it's necessary. I for one have never been a big partier -- I prefer small quiet get togethers or going to eat or to a movie with a few friends -- and none of my party people friends have shut me out yet! They understand that we are just different. Find what's best for you and stick to that. Just make sure you have some fun in your life, whatever type that may be for you.
PS Everyone I know thinks I am a nerd. It's kind of my thing. Doesn't bother me at all, but then again I find nerds cool. |