Becoming less and less sociable

Aimeee

I'm friends with a very sociable group of ladies, they love parties, coffee meet ups and the usual social encounters. Lately though I'm just not that bothered about seeing any of them and I know it seems rude but I'm finding it all very boring. It's always the same old chit chat, often about other people (which I don't like).
So I've spread my wings a bit and mixed with others but our last outing kind of left me deflated really. Mostly because it was a bit of a man knocking session, too much imo. I really had nothing to contribute and probably should've left early.
To be honest I love sitting at home with dh and kids chilling, watching movies or whatever.
I know I'm an introvert but can and do switch it on when I have to, and I'm good at it.
Lately though I just cannot be bothered. Is it OK to take time off from the world?
I feel terribly rude ignoring or turning down invitations, and am torn between explaining myself or just letting it slide and dealing with things as they come up. If I want to go I go, if not I don't.
I don't really want to come across as not caring/working at the friendships but the last few times I went out it was not enjoyable and I decided time for a break!
Should I explain or not?
I think it's very difficult for outgoing sociable people to understand where I'm coming from, is it?

Rubberchikken

There's nothing wrong with not wanting to go out with the same group on a regular basis.

It's bound to get boring especially if it's only a bitch fest at times. Not everyone's idea of a good night.

If you want to spend your evenings with your family, then do.
Maybe go out once in a blue moon with your friends, when you feel like it, just to keep in touch.

Take care

ivytwine

I enjoy my own company too, but I never feel like socialising is a chore with my good friends- I look forward to seeing them.

It sounds like you have outgrown this group, and if you feel like you want to move on and find more like-minded people, then that's really understandable.

Aimeee

Thanks for replies.
Yes maybe time to move around a bit and mix things up.
I think a little break, a social fast, might be in order.
Thank you.