I am stressed out by groups of people and have some (not crippling) social anxiety. I tend to come home right after work as it's my happy place. I don't see the appeal of bars, libraries, etc as a Place To Be because I have my home (which is a privilege I am thrilled to be able to have) and bought one so that I can be there instead of out in an environment that isn't mine.

I do have a virtual third place if that counts - it's a Discord server. The people there are friendly and I can always lurk or leave if I don't want to socialise.

[–] InEnduringGrowStrong@sh.itjust.works 1 points 8 months ago

For those asking, Wikipedia is a decent start:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Third_place

[–] taladar@sh.itjust.works 1 points 8 months ago (1 children)

What is a "Third Place"? The only definition I know is as a place that is neither home nor work in an urban environment but that is less personal.

[–] caseyweederman@lemmy.ca 1 points 8 months ago

Correct. They largely went away for various reasons but still feature heavily in media.
OP is asking if you go to a place that is neither home nor work.