>>73560688As a awkward mega introvert, working in retail just felt so fucking soul draining. The work itself was easy, but it took all of my energy to be able to properly interact with customers with a smile on my face on a daily basis. Although there were likely many many times where the mask was transparent, I really did my best though, and people seemed to notice my hard work even though I felt like I was running at 50% all of the time.
I hated it, but it was necessary a experience that gave me more to put on my resume.
If you don't live in a city, maybe you can find some more quieter retail work around that isn't as stressful. I was lucky enough years ago that I got hired at my local convenience store, it wasn't even a busy place but it still took so much social energy out of me...
Well just keep trying. It'll all work out somehow.
