don't know if it makes a difference.
I read many posts here by people who have families and do not live alone. and they don't seem to have a better time because of them.

so I guess the only difference is that I don't have to worry about anyone around. I can cry if I want to, not shower, live in a mess and nobody feels annoyed by it.
haven't talked to my family on the phone in days or weeks either. I don't remember.