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Old Mar 20, 2016, 12:05 PM
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I do most of my activities outside the house alone. I've become fiercely independent (not financially, of course) over the years, as a result. There is a grace and confidence in knowing you can occupy your time alone and not be socially dependent on others.

However, as someone who has never had many friends nor a girlfriend, I am often depressed as I witness so many others with friends and significant others. I desperately want that in life but it is so difficult to attain. What many take for granted I struggle to achieve. Regardless, I just try to focus on my own enjoyment performing activities by myself. It may be depressing at times but my social independence has become a strength that I'm aware many do not possess. I honestly don't know if that is a good or bad attribute but it is my life. As much as I desire companionship in different forms, I can't just never go out. So I guess you could say there is a little pragmatism involved.

*Oh, this is my first post, by the way.

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Strong friendships can always still come. The independence you describe is really important. It is (sometimes) a sign of weakness having to rely on having friends around to reaffirm your identity. It is really sad actually.

Real friendships are different. You'll see (I guess you are relatively young, but friendships can be started at all ages).
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Old Mar 20, 2016, 12:12 PM
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True.

Even people who lie and deceive, are helpful if you don't give them a reason to lie.

Reminds me of the movie Crash, when a black man (ludacris) was just planning on walking by a white woman (sandra bullock). The plans changed when she awkwardly clung to her husbands arm, showing not only fear, but disrespect, to the black man. Then she got mugged.

I am a huge believer in self fulfilling prophecies. They are literally swarming our world, for better and for worse. It is a cycle that can become both incredibly fortunate or vicious
I believe with you. It can often be that way.

Also helps with guilt: if people see you as lazy, they make you only more "lazy"/depressed/guilty: **** 'm!
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Old Mar 20, 2016, 01:41 PM
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I prefer shopping alone. I like to be in and out and not so much browsing. I know what I want, I see what I want I buy what I want. I've been told by my family that shopping get with me is an "experience" and I shop like a man. I just can't do the browsing through so many pieces of clothes and trying them all on. I buy what I think fits and return what doesn't.
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Old Mar 20, 2016, 01:50 PM
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Movie theater, live concerts, comedy shows, etc are ideal for a single person. Most are in the dark or dim light; everyone is looking forward and focused on the same thing. No one is looking or judging you. It's a group experience without having to feel social pressure.
I have gone to many science fiction/ fantasy conventions alone. Even if I don't engage anyone, I feel a group experience and excitement.
Oh and sometimes you can get a discount or last minute ticket to an unsold single seat. If feeling adventurous you can always say something to a person near you about shared interest that you are about to watch.
I find fine dining by myself far more intimidating, Although I have done and enjoyed that too.
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I gave up cigarettes 4 yrs ago. My older brother will die from COPD and it is marked as one of the hardest ways to die.
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