I am a homebody.
And I am very happy to be one, honestly!
But when I looked up the definition I felt a bit.. insulted? Let’s have a look.
Okay, maybe ‘insulted’ isn’t the right word. But the term ‘unadventurous’ makes it sound like homebodies are perceived as boring. And I don’t think I am boring! Nor are my fellow homebodies in my circle of friends. On the contrary – I feel like we have so much fun!
And I like adventure, thank you very much.
So I want to make this right. Let’s discuss what really makes a homebody. And why it’s awesome to be one of us!
What does it really mean to be a Homebody?
Being a homebody means that you enjoy the comforts of home. Your house is your sanctuary and every minute spent there feels like a win. That’s literally it. Homebodies like being at home.
But the misconceptions are endless!
No, a homebody isn’t boring or isolated. Nah, we are not anti-social or unadventurous. And heck no, I am not a hermit! Having a certain preference of surroundings doesn’t automatically make one a weirdo!
But you know what I am? I am an introvert and a perfectionist.
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Homebody definition. The meaning behind the word.
As an introverted individual, I need to recharge often.
I love going places, traveling, doing fun things and days out! But I just need some me-time afterwards. And home is the best place to do that. It’s also a safe space, where you can be yourself unapologetically. I like that.
And as a perfectionist, I like to get stuff done and organised.
When I am at home I have the time and freedom to do the things that have been on my mind. I live by making to-do lists and at home I can tick off everything in no time! And afterwards I get to cozy up on the couch with a blanket and a good book or TV show. That is the best feeling in the world.
So let’s form a new official definition.
HOMEBODY
/ˈhəʊmbɒdi/
noun INFORMAL • NORTH AMERICAN
a person whose home is the coziest place on earth, who loves working and doing things from home and who is warm and welcoming to their friends that understand and respect their boundaries without judging.
“I enjoy weekends spent in my pyjamas catching up with my favourite TV series like a true homebody”
I truly believe that this counts for the majority of the homebody folk. We love having friends over, going to fun places and exploring nature. But we also love changing up our interior every season, scents that remind us of home, Netflix marathons, being surrounded by pets, quality me-time, escaping reality by getting lost in a book or movie, napping, getting organised, collecting scented candles, texting, homemade meals, complete silence and ordering things online (and receiving them after a long wait!).
And we will pick a night in over a night out, always.
How much of a homebody are you?
It seems I’m a homebody, too. I enjoy being at home and I don’t feel bored at all.
Love this! It describes me to a T. I love my little sanctuary, and I also enjoy going out with friends. There’s just something very calming about being home.
I wasn’t always a homebody until recently and I love it. i don’t get bored or lonely. I enjoy the me time without the drama.
The world is becoming increasingly dangerous so staying at home is being safe. When you read about all the shootings, muggings and just generally negative encounters with angry people, being at home gives you a sense of peace.
I don’t have the heart to say anything mean or hurtful even though I really disagree with your lifestyle.If you were my friend I would treat you well.I am too strong for you and you would attempt to weaken me.I will always admire who you are but I would not permit you to bring me down.Semper Fi.
I agree with the Marine. Getting out of your comfort zone makes you confident, just like exercise, which is physically uncomfortable, makes you stronger. It gets easier as you persist and the rewards of mastering discomfort, far outweigh the solace of doing what feels good. The reward is experience which is a valuable asset. Never take the easy path.
Not everyone has to do the same thing like a robot. The uncomfortable thing for most people is to stay in and not post on their social about what they did. Not getting those likes can be tough for the weak minded.
I may not be the type to constantly seek out thrill-seeking adventures or endless social engagements. But that doesn’t make me any less fun or interesting! In fact, I would argue that being a homebody has its own unique joys and fulfillments.
I may not be the type to constantly seek out thrill-seeking adventures or endless social engagements. But that doesn’t make me any less fun or interesting! In fact, I would argue that being a homebody has its own unique joys and fulfillments.
What the article fails to capture is the genuine sense of comfort, relaxation, and contentment that comes from being in one’s own space.
Lovely post! Being a homebody is all about finding joy and comfort in your own space—a cozy, intentional lifestyle. Celebrate the quiet moments!
This was such a refreshing read. I’ve always been called a homebody by friends, but your breakdown of it as a personality trait rather than a flaw makes so much sense. For me, it’s about creating a space that feels truly mine, which is why I’ve been experimenting with adding personal art to my walls using a graffiti generator to bring in some urban energy. Do you find that having a cozy, customized environment makes being a homebody even more fulfilling?
Thanks for sharing this insightful article. Really helpful!
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