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3.25.2014

Going on a date with yourself

As much as I love to be around other people, I can't deny that some days I absolutely love to be alone. That doesn't make me a bad person, right?


Sometimes though, I'll be on an "alone day" and feel guilty. Hmm, I could have said yes to drinks with a friend or hmm I could be going out to dinner with my family. But as I walk into a mall and come out with 10 bags or take a drive by the ocean while blaring music, it snaps me back into reality, making me realize I needed it!

I stumbled upon an article the other day about "24 dates to take yourself on" and frankly, I don't see anything wrong with that! Two of my favorites that I definitely would enjoy doing some day:

The indoor all-nighter date.
See what happens when you stay home and don’t sleep. Maybe you’ll end up 
creating something brilliant, maybe you’ll binge watch an entire TV series on HBOGO — who knows? We’re often surprised by what happens when it’s just our thoughts and us.

Coffee shop fun. 
You can take a book or your trusty laptop as a companion, but make sure to 
order a large version of your favorite drink and perhaps a snack, then stay a while. 
Don’t leave until you can smell coffee beans within the fabric of your clothing.


Might I add that me + binge watching an entire TV series = pure happiness. I won't tell you how long it took me to catch up on 3 Walking Dead seasons starting from season 1 (ahem...a little over 1.5 weeks).

Have you ever had an alone day? What did you do?

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9 comments:

Pamela said...

I love having my alone time!

BLovedBoston said...

I love this!! I always feel guilty for liking the times when I'm alone...I'm actually a huge fan of seeing movies alone!! Not so much eating alone - that one still scares me!! Thanks for sharing!

Carolyn said...

I definitely need to take the time to do this! Especially now that I always have my sidekick Weston with me! HAHAHA

Kenzie Smith said...

I am going to have to check out that article - I haven't had time to myself in forever. The joys of being a mom, ha ha! I know I could use a few me only dates :D

brlracincwgrl said...

I absolutely adore my alone time. It's something that I crave and need honestly. I haven't had one of those dates in a long time though, it's way overdue!

Anonymous said...

My alone days are golden. It usually involves Barnes and Noble (with coffee), World Market, Panera and a manicure :)

The Pink Growl said...

Oh yes! Shopping is definitely a good one for me!!! Or just binge TV watching!

Shannon said...

In the least weird way possible. I actually prefer to be alone most of the time. Writing, shopping, watching netflix. Good for the soul if you ask me!

Lisa @ Life as Lisa Knows It said...

I LOVE some alone time!