From Psychologies · Guillaume Servant · · 1m
Why Some People Quit Parties Early
People who skip late drinks to wear pajamas seek emotional recovery, autonomy, and quiet.
In brief
People who skip late drinks to wear pajamas seek emotional recovery, autonomy, and quiet. Some people end social events early to recharge emotionally, gain autonomy, and find quiet. Originally reported by Psychologies.
Why Some People Quit Parties Early
Some people prefer returning home to wear pajamas rather than extending the evening.
Emotional Recovery After Social Events
After a day of interactions, some seek solitude to reduce emotional intensity and stress.
The 2018 Study on Solitude
A 2018 study in Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin found solitude reduces emotional intensity.
Autonomy as a Need
People who skip late drinks may regain control over their time after adapting to others.
Self-Determination Theory
Psychologists Edward Deci and Richard Ryan identified autonomy as a fundamental human need.
Why Quiet Matters
At home, people can be alone without roles, conversations, or time pressure.
The key point
Some people end social events early to recharge emotionally, gain autonomy, and find quiet.
