Don't be afraid to be alone, make it a strength and a source of new experiences with these 10 activities to test in solo.
1. Have a coffee
Let's start with an easy one! It's very common to see people alone in a coffee shop, even though they generally have a book, tablet or computer to avoid staring out into space.
Take something to do if you fear inactivity (or it bores you), and go seat in a café (your favorite, or a new one you always wanted to try). Take your time; listen, write, scribble, read, in short, relax and enjoy this moment of tranquility (studies have shown that ambient noise in cafes could help productivity, so if you have a creative project to do, this is the time to work on it).
2. Go to a bar
This step is a bit more tricky. In general, going to a bar is a group activity, and those who go there alone are usually seen with suspicion. Choose a slightly quieter bar, wine bars for example, and act like in a café. Treat yourself to a glass of wine (or anything else); maybe you'll meet new people, or maybe you'll stay alone - in both cases, the important thing is to enjoy it.
3. Treat yourself to a dinner
Eating lunch at a restaurant alone is not easy for everyone, but it's less surprising - everyone had to do it at least once. But dinner is another thing.
Restaurants are a friendly place, where we are go to seduce our new date, reconnect with an old friend, celebrate something, hang out with friends - in short, we rarely go there alone.
So try to go there alone! It's becoming more and more popular, and it's a great way to enjoy what's on our plate and the people around us. You can eat what you want, at the pace you want, without having to deal with other people's taste.
4. Go to the museum
It's not always easy to find a good museum or exhibiton partner - it's not an easy task to please everyone's taste and artistic sensibility. The best solution ? Go alone!
By going solo to a museum you can organize everything as you wish, you can take your time (or go very quickly if that's your thing), and you will never be bothered by someone else's comments. Debating is good, but silence has its advantages too.
5. Watch a movie
Going to the movies alone is a great thing that few people exploit. There's no pressure on the choice and time of the movie- you can choose anything you want! You can watch all the movies that nobody wanted to watch with you.
It also solves space problems, and you can choose the seat that you like the most (no more fights between those who enjoy being in the front and those who want to be in the back). You will not be distracted by friends or lovers and you can enjoy the movie peacefully.
6. Go to a concert
Concerts are technically a group thing. Because we spend a lot of time waiting, queuing, etc... it's always better when you have someone talk to.
But try to do this alone, just for the experience. You will not have to miss a concert just because you don't find anyone to come with you. You'll meet other fans and find a way to keep yourself busy.
7. Go for a walk
You have a park next to you? Explore it! Parks, forests, fields, footpaths ... Enjoy these beautiful spaces to go meditate in the open air. Look around you, look for treasures, watch the fauna and flora, bring one or two souvenirs, take good pictures, enjoy a good stroll! You'll feel better.
It also works if you live in a big city, you can explore an urban environment with equal wonder. Take a random direction and get lost in the streets of this city you thought you knew by heart.
8. Take a class
You always wanted to try the bikram yoga but no one really wanted to go with you? Have you always wanted to learn bachata but no one believed in your dance skills? Why do you have to wait for others? And above all, why depriving yourself?
If you really want to do it, just sign up for the class! Don't let an opportunity pass by just because nobody wants to come with you. This is also one of the best places to meet new people - you'll probably make at least one new friend. And if that is not the case, it's okay! The most important thing is to enjoy the class and to learn new things!
9. Go shopping
Yes, it is true, shopping with friends is fun. You can seek the advice of someone you trust when you're not sure of your choice, take advantage of suggestions, etc. But it is also much slower; you have to go to shops that you don't like, and spend a lot of time waiting for each other. So don't wait, grab your credit card and go to your favorite stores, take your time and try whatever you want! No one will tell you to hurry up.
10. Travel
This is the final step, the one that requires the most effort and organization - but that will bring you a lot. Start with a weekend, for example. Find yourself a destination, rent a little room, find some good places to visit and create your itinerary.
It will allow you to enjoy everything you choose to do, without pressure, without having to worry about the welfare of anyone other than yourself. You'll meet new people, live great adventures and learn a lot of things about yourself.
It will be less tiring, less restrictive, and you will certainly be able to revitalize yourself.
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