Are You More Like?: the mountains or the beach?
Mountains and beaches are both popular places for vacations. The beauty of these unique landscapes attract many, and the recreational activities that both have are fulfilling.
But I’d rather talk about my personality, which resembles the mountains. Most people know I am quiet and reserved, and if anyone were to talk to me, they would notice I am shy and awkward. In addition to that, I am introverted, meaning I get easily exhausted by social stimulation. That doesn’t mean I don’t like social interaction though. I do. I just need it less than most people do, and not to mention, senior year has made me realize that it is hard for me to make new friends even when I try. My silent and introverted nature is comparable to that of people who go to the mountains, in that they appreciate the calm and quiet of their environment just as I like the peace and quiet of mine. Unlike beaches, mountains don’t have a lot of noise or activity. Mountains are more isolated and secluded places, having low population densities.
When it comes to beaches, I love the waves that crash against the shore, the marine life buried beneath the sand, and the activities that are easily accessible. However, I view a lot of beach people as carefree, cheerful, energetic, adventurous, and thrill-seeking, and I am not that type of person. I have more of a composed exterior that hides my intense mind. I also prefer to observe my surroundings, as if I am a person sitting on a mountain top and appreciating the breathtaking views. Like those in the mountains, I observe more than I talk. Though I am talkative over text, I do not know how to physically express myself in person a lot of the time.
I know people whose personalities are like beaches, but no matter what situation I’m in, my mountain-like characteristics will always stay. My quiet and observant personality will always be a part of me.
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I just read your comment on my post and really was excited in seeing your perspective of why you are more like the mountains. When I wrote mine, I really just compared myself to beaches and never even thought about what a "mountain" personality could be. Your idea of being like mountains really makes me realize that I also could be more like a mountain. Mountains are very calm, like you stated, and the calmness of being close to the top is so relaxing for a quiet person like myself.
ReplyDeleteYour description of the beaches and mountains perfectly encapsulate the feelings of being at each respective location. Beaches being associated with a more active experience compared to the calm isolation of the mountain works. At the beach you would often be surrounded by people, even when you're at an empty beach, the screech of seagulls and the crashing of waves reminds you of the life around you. In the mountains there is a sense of exclusion, sounds are dulled and leave you with your thoughts, broken up by occasional whines of the ecosystem that surrounds you. In that way the mountain represents those who spend a lot of time just thinking, time spent just by themselves running though any stray thoughts that happen across their minds.
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