Hi Kyle,

I’m guessing you’re not an introvert from the question you’ve posed. As an introvert, I love humanity. I care about what happens in our world, and donate my time and hard earned coins to assist humanity, providing no small talk is required. Introverts don’t get energy from interacting with others, although we thoroughly enjoy deep, meaningful conversation. Even after great company, we need alone time to recharge. There aren’t many people who like to swim in the deep end of the thought pool with us, so introverts learn strategies to survive living in an extroverted world. Keeping people on a “do not answer” list is a kinder, gentler strategy that allows an introvert to avoid hurting someone’s feelings. It’s not polite to tell someone they are really shallow and their conversation is both draining and annoying. We love people enough to keep them in our lives, even if they don’t accept and respect our introversion. We just maintain boundaries that allow us to live and let live. Hope that helps you understand the seeming conflict.

“Plus, being annoying could lead to me putting you on the “do not answer” list. I actually have most humans on that list.”

and then in the authors bio:

“Two of Neal’s greatest values are his individuality and love for humankind. ”

Well.. which is it? Because one phrase is pretty misanthropic while the other is downright philanthropic lol