Anybody here a loner

[grendelprime]

I meditate almost as often as I eat. I have built in time to be alone with myself. I eat to maintain/grow my physical body. I meditate to maintain/grow my mental state.

I definitely eat lunch alone, in my office. Not because I’m not social, but because I like to collect myself midday.

The rest of the time I have mindful interactions with people that take up a lot of mental energy.

 

[Carolina Slim]

I grew up basically an only child (sister is 16 years older than me), so I've always been comfortable being alone. I have a short tolerance for stupidity, so that lessens my desire to be around people more than I have to. But on the flip side, like others have said, I can be social and outgoing. Depends on the vibe. I kind of pride myself on it. I have no problem going to a restaurant or movie by myself. I'm married, but I know I wouldn't have a problem traveling by myself (outside of work). Sometimes I've fallen out of touch with people I was close to, and that is one thing that I need to try and work on. Just today, I heard that a friend of mine from way back passed away. I had literally just said this weekend "I'm gonna call him and see how he's doing", and today I find out he's gone, in fact, he was gone when I had the thought of calling him. Sometimes I get so comfortable in my own world I forget about people who I had formed good bonds and connections with over the years.

 

[NoirDynosaur]

I'm a popular loner. I know a lot of people but I keep to myself

I was accustomed to solitude since I was very young. My siblings were off to college, so I was mostly by myself. Entertained myself by drawing cities and cars, learning how to use the computer (it was the 90's at the time computers wasn't advanced), and using maps to learn places. Didn't start making friends till I was like in 1-2nd grade. Learning social skills helped become more relatable to people; it also helped me navigate through life.

Making friends isn't a issue for me. I have phases where I'm the life of the party and crack non-stop jokes with the crowd. Then I phases where I just want to be dolo and enjoy my own company. I sometimes go MIA just to avoid the noise, drama and chaos. Sometimes you need a break to readjust and find yourself.

Everything is a balance in life. Those who you have formed a close bond with keep them around, they'll always show you love, appreciation and the utmost respect.

 

[Redwood]

It depends on the type if company I'm around. If something isn't right, I usually pull back and make myself as scarse as possible.

 

[Uncouth Savage]

I am
I live in the woods, and never been happier.

 

[Turbulent]

Lately I've been a borderline recluse. I've gone too far to that extreme and i am trying to re-establish balance by being around people. But im most comfortable alone with my thoughts.