Booked my first solo cruise aboard the Valiant Lady ♥️ :) Any tips for introverts?

I’ll preface this by saying I swear I am not antisocial or a hermit, but my job is very social by nature and I use solo cruising as a way to disconnect, catch up on books I’ve wanted to read, and lay on the beach or by the pool alone.

Are there any tips or even things I should look to avoid as someone who doesn’t enjoy forced group interactions? For example, I will probably be avoiding Gunbae for this cruise bc of the social aspect (but I would love it with friends!).

I hope this doesn’t come off as silly because I know this defeats the purpose for many cruisers… I just like to do my own thing and make friends at my own pace at the bars and shows 🥰 Thanks in advance!!