Happy Valentine's Day all! The bf is still on the other side of the country, so we'll be spending the day apart for the first time in four years. Plus all my housemates have plans so I'll be alone in the house for the first time over a 3-day weekend. Not that I'm bitter or anything.
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1. Take a hike/bike ride
Hiking and biking alone means you don't have to worry about keeping up with anybody. And mother nature is the perfect date--beautiful but accessible and always available.
2. Mini road trip
I've never been a great solo traveler, but a mini road trip is a great starting point. Driving by yourself means you control the radio and gives you lots time for self reflection. And once you get to your destination, you'll be able to explore at your own pace.
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While it's fun to go to a fitness class with friends, group exercise classes are also great places to get a little social interaction even if you don't have anyone to go with.
4. Hang out at a coffee shop
I know I should be confident enough to feel comfortable dining alone at any restaurant, but requesting a table for one at a fancy restaurant is still pretty scary. Coffee shops, however are the perfect place to eat alone, with or without a great read. Plus I love coffee shops! There's just something about the whole intellectual atmosphere combined with good food and caffeine.
5. Pamper yourself
I'm super cheap, so getting a manicure or pedicure is a big treat for me. Maybe for you it's a massage, full spa treatment, or just running a fancy bubble bath. Whatever it is, alone time is perfect for doing something that feels totally self indulgent.
Q: What are your favorite things to do alone? Besides watching Downton Abbey and eating chocolate. That's obvious.
I love watching my garbage television alone and without questions. I have certain family members who don't appreciate the ratchetness of the individuals. I find it quite amusing and fun. I used to eat alone as a consultant on travel and got very used to it.
ReplyDeleteHaha I'm with you on the garbage TV. The bf has to leave the room when I watch certain shows, mostly ones that air on TLC or Lifetime. I travel a lot for work but am still not used to eating alone so I mostly grab food to go and eat in my room. Will have to keep working on it!
DeleteI like binge-watching Netflix! Tonight I will be binge watching House of Cards and I am SO EXCITED! haha
ReplyDeleteHaha me too but I can go a bit overboard. "Only" on chapter 18 of House of Cards as we speak and I am kind of proud of my restraint lol
DeleteOh girl I'm right there with ya about dining alone. I know I should just get over it but hey, maybe one day lol. I've finally gotten over my fear (if you wanna call it that) of solo trips.
ReplyDeleteI just went on a solo mini road trip to Solvang today. The actual traveling part was fun, but some activities were still a little weird alone. Will keep working on it!
Deletevisiting a coffee shop solo is a great way to get in the habit of feeling comfortable alone. i travel quite a bit for work, so often dine alone. in a fancy restaurant, i'll sit at the bar - it's a great way to be alone but still have convos!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea! I travel a lot for work too but will still usually grab something to go to eat in the hotel room. Will have to try sitting at the bar :)
DeleteI love my alone time! But then I can always find stuff to keep me busy! I read A LOT and take time to watch my favorite shows! Enjoy your weekend!
ReplyDeleteThanks! I like alone time too but I can wallow in it if I don's keep busy lol.
DeleteHow did you know I watched Downton Abbey and ate chocolate alone this week?! :) I do love to try new fitness classes, that's a great suggestion. I don't get much alone time but when I do, I can never decide what to do first! I like to watch what I want to watch on the TV and drink a big glass of wine. :)
ReplyDeleteHaha love Downton Abbey, chocolate, and wine! Great to put it in perspective how valuable alone time is if you don't have enough of it :)
DeleteVolunteering - you can definitely go solo, and meet some new people while you are there! Have a good long weekend.
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