I’m an only child and have always hated being by myself and experiencing things by myself, just because I feel like I get more enjoyment when others are enjoying it. As I’m getting older and still single, what are some ideas or things I can do by myself that are fulfilling? My friends are all married so I have to do them alone.
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I am not single, but I am childfree. Hobbies, I fill my time with hobbies that bring me joy.
I’ve set myself the task of trying to get around a circuit in my local woods without stopping – i’m way off right now but practising running in a beautiful setting is good. I also garden quite a lot and grow flowers every year which is a sense of achievement.
Then there’s the standard things like TV, reading etc.
I mean the thing is – what do you want to do? If you could do anything what would it be? Then you can figure out how you can do that thing alone, or with a group of people even if you don’t know them.
I walk, knit, read and build legos haha
I’m lucky and live in an area where I can do a lot of outdoor activities. I spend a lot of time walking, and try to go on a solo hike at least once a month. I also take myself out on dates! Go to the movies, dinner, or just get a hotel somewhere new to have a night away. I also spend a lot of time at home reading and having self care nights. It’s hard learning how to enjoy doing things alone, but it’s so amazing once you do. Fill your time up with activities you enjoy! 🩷
I’m also an only child! Until recently my parents and best friend all lived close by, but they’ve all moved over an hour away so I’m by myself a lot more now. I read a lot, I go to the gym a few times a week after work, I watch what is probably too much television. My friends and I (both near and far, single and paired) are all really good about making time for each other, so I usually have some sort of social gathering to look forward to. I go for long walks, I listen to a LOT of podcasts (really good for when you’re lonely!), and occasionally I go on dates. Not super frequently, but I put myself out there. I travel solo, with friends, and with family. I go to the movies, the driving range, the mall to people-watch. I stay very busy!
I have a dog, so there is no alone time. He will follow me to the shower if he can. But I love it. I’ve mostly lived in places with good climates, and will be moving back to a place with better weather year round, which means we can comfortably do things outside year round together. You wanna stay busy – get a high energy herding breed puppy. You’ll wonder where your time goes 😅
I can’t imagine my life without my dog though. Huge responsibility, and definitely more work than if I didn’t have a dog, but 100% worth it.
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I sew, play video games, read etc.