I'm an introvert who has a psychiatrist (for 14 years), so that tells you how overwhelming it is for me. I was molested from age 5 to 10, so I knew that human suffering was real.

What helped me was having a job, because all jobs are about helping someone (your boss, co-workers, etc.). I'm 43 now, an have a 13-years-young son. He loves socializing, and his love for it gives me an incentive to be a little more social.

What I learned is that I was never an introvert at work, because I knew the job had to get done, and I liked being a team player; I thrived at work. I don't think my co-workers knew how introverted I was until it came to them inviting me to celebrations. I always felt odd and I declined all invitations.

You seem to be a passionate person, so I think you'll excel at work.