I have a very similar approach to things. I found regular (but not daily - maybe 3 times a week) pair programming and test-driven development was bitter medici

I have a very similar approach to things. I found regular (but not daily - maybe 3 times a week) pair programming and test-driven development was bitter medicine for my anxiety. Pairing at first can lead to high anxiety in an introvert, but like exercise for someone out of shape, I've found built up confidence in my abilities (and also kills overconfidence which is another affliction). A unique kind of flow can be achieved with your pair, one that isn't quite as productive as 2 a.m. "in the zone" flow, but is also much easier to slip into with regularity. Nowadays I find in general my solo work just requires freedom from distraction (shutting Slack notifications off), the anxiety builds more slowly.