Environment GOING ALONE THREAD

[Piss Poor]

I put this under Environment because I think when people are alone its an environmental issue like clean up Australia day but you are the rubbish instead

ok, so who here is a loner and proud of it, I'm going to a music concert alone for the first time and well to be honest I couldn't give a shit, I like the band, my friends don't so why do I need anyone with me bringing the experience down.

Have you ever done it, maybe not just a concert but what about a nudist beach, or a Aquarium, holiday maybe you went alone in a dark alley, who knows, I'm not going to question you, but you get what Im saying

tell me people about a lonely experience in your life.

 

[BotsMaster]

I've been to the footy alone a few times, mainly because it's either no one wants to go with me or they piss off at the last minute.

Once I asked a few friends if they wanted to go see Cats vs Hawks game back in 2012 and they all said no, so I went on my own and sat behind the goals to watch Hawkins seal the game after the siren. Best decision ever

 

[edgie]

Been to the movies once or twice before. Enjoyed it. No more, not less, than with company, but the same.

 

[Ahern2Boof]

Went to a concert alone a few months ago. Loved it. Would've been better with someone there though.

Go to the footy on my own quite often.

 

[Illinois Nazi]

Don't know about going, but I come alone quite often.

 

[Silent Alarm]

I don't have any issues with going to things alone. People really do not care enough to look at you – why should you feel sheepish? There are some things probably a bridge too far, having dinner and going to a sit-down thing at a theatre, but other things still have worth alone.

I've been to three or four gigs to myself. I wouldn't do it at a small, pub venue where half the point in going is to socialise. Sometimes you end up bumping into people you know and quite often it's a good excuse to talk to someone. I met a girl at Bloc Party last year who was there alone – girls are more inclined to be self-conscious; they'll be hoping you don't see them as a loner so much, they'll barely register you didn't come with anyone. It can suck between bands but who cares? Do you really want to miss a band you like?

The footy is another one. If you live close enough and don't have work on the weekends, it's a good way to kill some time. It can be pretty relaxing sprawling out and sussing out two sides you'd usually never think about.

Of course, it's better going to things with your mates but sometimes going alone can end up being nicer.

 

[edgie]

I wouldn't go to a pub or club alone, but going to an event alone that will be frequented by like minded people like sports or music, I don't think you'll ever be truly alone.

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[Silent Alarm]

Who would go to a club alone?! Lining up, even with beers under your belt, to meet people inside is embarrassing enough.

 

[JuddsABlue]

Ive been having sex on my own FOR YEARS

 

[JuddsABlue]

I don't have any issues with going to things alone. People really do not care enough to look at you – why should you feel sheepish? There are some things probably a bridge too far, having dinner and going to a sit-down thing at a theatre, but other things still have worth alone.

I've been to three or four gigs to myself. I wouldn't do it at a small, pub venue where half the point in going is to socialise. Sometimes you end up bumping into people you know and quite often it's a good excuse to talk to someone. I met a girl at Bloc Party last year who was there alone – girls are more inclined to be self-conscious; they'll be hoping you don't see them as a loner so much, they'll barely register you didn't come with anyone. It can suck between bands but who cares? Do you really want to miss a band you like?

The footy is another one. If you live close enough and don't have work on the weekends, it's a good way to kill some time. It can be pretty relaxing sprawling out and sussing out two sides you'd usually never think about.

Of course, it's better going to things with your mates but sometimes going alone can end up being nicer.

I was in Tassie on my own in some tiny little town with a really nice hotel for some reason (it was hella out of place, in Goerge town for those that know), and I thought Id go get dinner down at the hotels restuarant

Got down there it was empty and it didnt really register to me that this it could be empty, so I got a table on my own and it dawned on me how strange and awkward it was sitting in there all on my own, basically disturbing the kitchen staffs relaxing night off makng them cook me a quick steak

This way just before smart phones came out as well, so I didnt really have the ability to surf the net, I just sat there akwardly in silence staring out the window basically.

 

[Bunk Moreland]

Go to the footy alone a few times a year, never a problem. I listen to the radio commentary in one ear at the footy so I'm probably not the most sociable anyway, but I do talk about the game a bit. Find lots of people talk to you at the footy anyway about the game, particularly in standing room where I go.

I don't mind being at the pub alone. I just park at the bar, have a punt if there's racing on, barmaids are always up for a chat anyway, often say they're bored.

My parents have a holiday house down the Coast and a couple of years ago it wasn't being used on a long weekend, friends were mostly busy so last minute I just decided to go down there for a few nights. It was ok but did wear a bit thin I will admit - didn't have anybody close by to call up and hang out. Just went for walks, drives, ate and read basically. Alright for something different but it's one of those things I'll do very rarely in future.

 

[Norwegian Blue]

No problems going to the movies on my own. You're not there to talk anyway so what does it matter? In fact, people who DO talk at the movies should be publicly flogged.

Concert? Nah. That's a social experience for me.

Been to the pub many times on my own. I'm that guy minding his own business reading a book while sipping a beer.

 

[MrsEddieBetts]

I happily go to the footy/rugby by myself quite often, but for some reason I can't bring myself to go out for a meal solo.

 

[Neese]

I often go to concerts by myself. I always find someone to talk to.

Saw Neil Young in Paris 5 years ago. Best concert I've been to in ages.

Rather be solo than miss someone I really want to see.

 

[little graham]

I go to brothels alone, never had a problem. I go the toilet alone, occasionally it gives me the shits.

 

[Cmarsh]

Went on holiday alone once. It's funny that even with a lot of people around you, if they are strangers you can feel very alone. In the end it was so unfulfilling I went home early.

 

[checkraiseulite]

will eat alone at the bar at pubs pretty regularly. don't mind it and generally you'll find a chat if you want it.

 

[checkraiseulite]

I don't have any issues with going to things alone. People really do not care enough to look at you – why should you feel sheepish? There are some things probably a bridge too far, having dinner and going to a sit-down thing at a theatre, but other things still have worth alone.

I've been to three or four gigs to myself. I wouldn't do it at a small, pub venue where half the point in going is to socialise. Sometimes you end up bumping into people you know and quite often it's a good excuse to talk to someone. I met a girl at Bloc Party last year who was there alone – girls are more inclined to be self-conscious; they'll be hoping you don't see them as a loner so much, they'll barely register you didn't come with anyone. It can suck between bands but who cares? Do you really want to miss a band you like?

The footy is another one. If you live close enough and don't have work on the weekends, it's a good way to kill some time. It can be pretty relaxing sprawling out and sussing out two sides you'd usually never think about.

Of course, it's better going to things with your mates but sometimes going alone can end up being nicer.

Who would go to a club alone?! Lining up, even with beers under your belt, to meet people inside is embarrassing enough.

consistent posting itt.

 

[MP_]

Being into photography and nature I spend alot time in national parks and gardens alone, it suits me as i love being able to just take everything in without someone bothering me. not sure i would go to a nudist beach with my camera alone though

 

[Silent Alarm]

consistent posting itt.

Huge difference in seeing a band and going to a club alone though, come on. One looks lame while the other looks like you're a potential sex offender

 

[checkraiseulite]

Huge difference in seeing a band and going to a club alone though, come on. One looks lame while the other looks like you're a potential sex offender

i think they're quite similar although i've never done either. have many times remained out after friends have bailed at clubs and never had an issue.

if you want to see a dj or have a dance, can't see any issue going to a club by yourself.

 

[WCErevival]

Do stuff alone all the time. I have friends but they are rarely available or unreliable.

 

[edgie]

I don't know about you guys who pub alone quietly, but around here, most of the pubs, even the good ones, are loud all of the time, with people who find the motion that someone might enjoy a relaxing chilled out time simply unfathomable and will engage in forward, sometimes aggressive, conversation to get you up to the required decibles.

 

[BILC]

Been to footy, cricket, gigs & movies alone.

Wouldn't go to the pub alone, rather just sit home and have a drink.

 

[Damon_3388]

Who would go to a club alone?! Lining up, even with beers under your belt, to meet people inside is embarrassing enough.

Have been to bars and clubs alone many times. Helps when it's regular places you go to, with odds of running into people you know, but still, if you just feel like going and having a few drinks and chilling in a beer garden or being a wallflower, or even just mingling and meeting new people, nothing wrong with it IMO. Sometimes your enthusiasm for a night out just doesn't line up with the plans of your close mates, or they just have other stuff they'd rather do.

I'm an only child, and I live alone, so maybe I'm more naturally inclined to being a solo act, though.