sometimes i think i am missing out on a lot of fun because i have gotten into a rut of staying home alone all the time (other than going to work) i feel i should socialise more but havent always got the motivation because i have a nice house and a computer. what do you think? am i missing out on real life or what?
2006-08-19 09:17:20 · 31 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
Yes you are missing out on REAL social interaction, which can mean you could be missing out on real feelings and emotions with others. Join and group or club, volunteer somewhere, do something fun!
2006-08-19 09:23:09 · answer #1 · answered by SadToday22 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you are the kind of person who feels comfortable being alone, maybe a bit of a loner type and get your energy by being alone then no, you cannot spend too much time alone. That said, you do get some social interaction from your job and that helps you. If you want to make a change then you do it; just going to other places besides work and home will be better for you.
2006-08-19 18:41:56 · answer #2 · answered by Goldenrain 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YES I'm living proof of it. going thu a divorce, been alone for the last year, do not work due to a back injury,12 years ago. I have a dog, she still working on her speech patterns, have this computer, still learning to use,what fun???!! House is for sale, have to keep it clean, really miss not working, can't work, wish I could, yes there's a wonderful life out side these four walls. Get out there and do not make an excuse.
2006-08-19 16:29:25 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I love spending time alone. In fact I am alone most of the time. I enjoy going for a walk to the shops every other day and love the rest of the time alone...I do suffer with mental illness so this might be how I love it so much. I love the solitude of my house..If you are feeling you are missing out though DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT ! But if you are like me and like being alone dont let anyone tell you different. Its your life and you live it how you want too ok. xx
2006-08-19 16:36:16 · answer #4 · answered by beckywecky 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it's too easy just to sit in front of the computer, and you probably know the answer yourself, it will do you good to get out more and meet new people. But I know how hard it is to do that. Maybe you could do an evening class, what are your interests? Or join a gym? Or just ring up a friend you haven't seen for a while and invite them over. Go on you can do it.
2006-08-19 17:07:53 · answer #5 · answered by Jude 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if your life is similar to mine no. i understand where you are coming from i too have a nice home and enjoy spending time on the computer i personally dont think i'm missing out on life but then i'm a total pessimist and if i didnt have to go out of the door i wouldn't .
what's the real world anyway full of idiots and morons that just annoy you and make you glad to be in your own little world. if you want to do more outside of your home then go and enjoy it.
if you are happy as you are then why change
2006-08-23 11:00:47 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yea, by asking this question you already know that it's not good for you to be on your own so much. All work and no play isn't good for anyone. Even socialising out of work once in a while will make you feel a bit better :)
2006-08-19 16:27:56 · answer #7 · answered by harvestmoon 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're comfortable with the lifestyle then it's not a problem, it's only a problem if you would rather be doing something else but havent got the motivation or energy to do it. At least get some fresh air now and then by taking a walk. Otherwise as long as you're happy and not kidding yourself, then you're fine.
2006-08-19 16:26:10 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well I'm in the same boat, is difficult to get out that much here because of living in the sticks, but sometimes it really gets to me (like tonight) need to start doing something before I lose my sanity!! Being alone is nice, but not all the time,
2006-08-19 16:27:04 · answer #9 · answered by fletcheyc 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you need to get out into the real world.
I sometimes do what you've described and I have to make a real effort to get out there and do stuff and meet people.
Just make a bit of an effort, it will do you good.
However, I sometimes think society is unfair to people like us. For whatever reason (genes? upbringing?) we are not naturally gregarious and we get unfairly criticised for it. We get called names - like "loners" or "Johnny no mates" or "sad case" etc. However, I have known people who are the other extreme, they can barely survive without constantly being around other people, or they are all things to all men, social chameleons. Strange how they are never derided like we are!
2006-08-19 16:28:38 · answer #10 · answered by fieldmouse 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its ok your time to go out will come. YOu always don't have to be everywhere! I cannot wait to get out and do something, instead of going to Target, or dinner with my husband, I want to go out and be seen but I am pregnant and will wait. Its hard, yes indeed but call one of your buds from work and see if the 2 of you want to meet up for a beer after work on a friday. Make your self go. You will feel better if you did. :)
2006-08-19 16:24:40 · answer #11 · answered by colinsmom 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋