I used to think that everyone had to be categorized as either introvert or extrovert, and I've always struggled to know which of the two applies to me. Younger me identified as an extrovert, meaning that I drew my energy from people, places, and things outside of myself.
But also, I couldn't stand myself, so I didn't look to myself for much of anything. After some time in recovery, I thought I had transformed into an introvert, someone who turns inward and draws more energy from being alone.
I really, really like time alone. And I trust and look to myself for all kinds of things now.
As it turns out, I didn't have to pick one or the other personality trait, because I am and have always been an ambivert, someone who falls in the middle of the introvert/extrovert continuum and has a blend of traits from both. It makes sense for me to know that I haven't changed from one to another; I've always been both.
My answer to the question "Would you rather be around people or have time alone?" is very easily "It depends." How do you answer that question? Whatever you are, I hope you find your balance.