I’m exactly the same way. I prefer to do most things alone. I even ride miles of wooded trails alone on my mountain bike unless my sister is in town to ride with me. My husband always says “take your gun”. LOL Crowds make we break out in a sweat, hyperventilate, and get physically ill sometimes. I can handle a few people at a time but a crowd scares me spitless. I have always been that way and do not like to be around strangers. That’s why the small town rural farm environment is perfect for me. I feel safer back in the woods on my bike than I do in a crowd. It’s nice to meet somebody else with that affliction. :-) I think that’s why I prefer online socialization like in here and on Facebook.
I was fine at work and I was even in leadership but I started at that company not too long after it started so I knew everybody. I think that’s why I stayed for almost 40 years. I don’t mind change as long as it’s not being around a lot of new people.
I’m looking forward to the eclipse but we have a slight chance of rain that day. I hope we still get to see it though.
I tell folks I love people but just can't stand too many for too long or at one time. Most haven't a clue.
Happy biking - I used to run long distances on trails but as age kicks in (along with a hip replacement from all the running), I like secluded walks.