As someone who's lived alone for almost 3 years, I feel like everyone who is able to, should live alone at least once in their life. It not only helped me grow personally, but, because I understand myself better, it's helped me become a better partner and friend. 10/10 would recommend
I love living alone, but I do miss being cared for. Whether you're sick or just had the most stressful work day, it's still you looking out for you, even when your energy level is zero
I’ve been living on my own in my apartment for 6 years going on 7. For the most part I love it. 🥰 I’m an introvert so the peace rejuvenates me at the end of the day from work. I get up when I want to without anyone bothering me and making my cup of coffee and breakfast in the morning by myself in silence makes me happy. However I do get lonely so that’s when I call or text people and try to make plans. I also agree that having to do all the chores is a pain but I’ve been trying to see it as being more grateful for my place. ☺️
I've been living alone since July 2017. It's sometimes very difficult, especially in emergency situations, but I'm very introverted, so it has many benefits for me as well 😍
I lived alone for about 15 years and actually, really enjoyed it. But I have a ton of hobbies and was always able to entertain myself. I totally loved this video.
I LOVE living alone. I've only rarely felt lonely in the two decades I've been on my own (I do have cats and that definitely helps). I love it for all the plus reasons you mentioned and I can't quite imagine living with someone ever again. And when I found a partner, he was the same, so we're one of those LAT couples - Living Apart Together. Best of both worlds.
im living alone and i have been for almost a decade but lately i've been starting to feel really lonely (influenced by what people around me are experiencing with the people they live together with) and this video really came at the right time! thank you
About "just you" - that is so true, I have recently realised that. We tend to underestimate the amount of time and effort we put into cooking, cleaning, etc. But it's FOR US, most important people in our life. It's a true self-care.
Your Friday vlogs have become part of my weekly routine! On Fridays I work in office and go to the gym after work. Have been really enjoying watching them while on the treadmill the last 4 weeks! Thanks for all you do 💞
Living alone is great if you have a social life to fall back on..or one or two ppl you can ring every day or so. Otherwise it can get a bit lonely, especially not having anyone to ask you how your day was after coming home from work.
my goal is to move out on my own for the first time this year and this video was really helpful! I'm so excited to have my own place to make mine and experience all you talked about
Yes to all of this! I’ve lived alone in a small town for 7years. It’s not always fun, especially as I don’t have a social circle here but I have full control of the remote and all the food in the fridge is mine! You have, however, inspired me to write a new, more intentional routine. Thanks. x
I lived alone 2 years when i was studying abroad. Loved this video! You mentioned very good points, i liked the "not just you" thing. Greetings from Mexico City. :)
Love this video. I had a unique, first time, living alone experience, about 2 years after graduating college, I lost my job. I was in a long distance relationship (with my now husband) so I moved to be closer to him but we were still long distance as he lived on his work site. He paid half the rent which helped me, because my main thing was I wasn't able to afford rent myself. But living alone and in a new city for 2.5 years, I went on a huge self discovery journey and did yoga teacher training at the same time. I really liked having my own space, no one to ask when I was coming home, what was for dinner, every decision was mine. I would often go on walks exploring the neighborhoods around me if I felt I was inside too long. I like going to a gym, yoga class or workout class to be with people but then coming home and having a quiet place to myself. Now fast forward about 8 years, married, but got a new job last year in the city where I first lived alone and now in a long distance marriage, as we navigate this transition period and hope to buy a house. We are both independent people, so we can either be together or apart and we make it work. It also helps to have texting and facetime. This time with living alone, I was a lot more confident. I think it helps that I go to an office to chat with people daily but also have my 5am morning routine at the gym and favorite yoga classes to attend around the area. For me, I really grew in knowing myself in the years living alone and that made me come out of my shell more and worry less about what others thought.
Thank you so much for this video! I’ve been living alone for about 8 months now and it’s been one of the best but also hardest experiences of my life so far. I have learned so much about myself, including how to be content with just me. I have tried a lot of your tips, and they really do help to ease the loneliness. One thing I love doing (if the weather is nice) is just getting out in nature. Sometimes just going on a little walk around my apartment is all I need to reset and feel refreshed. Also, having pets help as well. My puppy is a big responsibility, but she’s such a good companion and keeps me company.
I have never lived alone, and I would love to one day when I can afford the rent in my city. But I don’t think I’m ready to do it right now. Sometimes I get these pockets of time where my family is out of town and I get a weekend or a week to myself, And it’s surprising how much I don’t do well during those times. This video gave me a lot to think about when it comes to improving how I am when I’m by myself.
I’ve lived alone now for three years, and I love it. I resonated a lot with what you said. But I am about to move in with my boyfriend of over 2 years. I’m excited to see the difference of me living with someone now that I’ve had experience with living alone.
I have been living alone since my husband died 5 years ago. I was able to re-decorate my apartment my way, which was great and it now feels like "me". However, I do not have a vehicle and live in an area where nothing is within walking distance so it does get lonely at times, especially in the winter when I cannot enjoy my outside space. But I try to fill my days with reading, journaling, riding my exercise cycle, etc. My biggest challenge is cooking. Like you expressed - most times I feel like oh well it's just me why bother with creating a nice meal. Thinking of trying Hello Fresh in an effort to expand my meal options.
I love how you have cultivated a relationship with yourself. I badly want to get to know myself more, I'm a 43 year old single mum to a son with autism and I think I've lost my identity. Don't get me wrong, I'm happy, but I don't know myself. Does that make sense? Do you have a book list or podcast list of the things you've read/done that has helped you to invest in yourself?
I think it's taken me until just recently to cherish the amount of alone time I used to have prior to the pandemic when I would be home alone. I'd always be listening to music or singing or listening to an audiobook when I didn't have anyone else around. I think something I would struggle with if I moved out is socialization. When I'm at home, I'm always walking into another room to talk to someone but if I were to live alone I wouldn't have people I could talk to on the fly during the day it would have to wait until nighttime.
Even though Caitlin said it I definitely recommend keeping a schedule. It can vary by week, but it is a helpful accountability tool. As is a budget. If you live alone take a moment to celebrate all the gifts it gives. It may not last forever :)
I’d love some advice on organising personal photos. I think it’s important to keep the metadata like the date, so all mine are grouped this way. But if I’m looking for a nice photo of a friend, or from an event, it is so difficult to find. AI can help a bit with this now, but isn’t always working for me. Would love to know other methods that work for people?
When my father died and my mother was on her own for the first time in decades, her biggest concern was choking while eating alone, so my sister and I taught her how to do the Heimlich manoeuvre by herself. We even found the perfect piece of furniture to use, a chair with a back that was just the right height. She’s in an apartment now, so she doesn’t have to worry about snow removal and cutting grass, and she has found a community of friends in her building and they all keep in touch with each other.
My biggest fears of living alone are security (i'm not going to lie, México is a scary place to live alone as a woman 😓) and expenses, the economy is not that good to pay rent 💔
I’ve been moved out and living alone for nearly 2yrs, and I love it - but I love my own company plus I have 3 cats. I did put up a mirror next to my home office and have noticed I speak to mirror me and look at her to like commiserate things. Which is maybe a bridge too far? But I cannot put the mirror away or else I’d miss mirror me.
@@ninthusiva7546 why? They know. I routinely take “me time” days when I need them (it just take planning and coordination!). You can love your family and still long for some time alone with peace, quiet and no obligations! I just wish I had appreciated them more when I had an endless supply of them! 😂
As someone who's lived alone for almost 3 years, I feel like everyone who is able to, should live alone at least once in their life. It not only helped me grow personally, but, because I understand myself better, it's helped me become a better partner and friend. 10/10 would recommend
I love living alone, but I do miss being cared for. Whether you're sick or just had the most stressful work day, it's still you looking out for you, even when your energy level is zero
i moved yesterday, i needed this tbh..
I’ve been living on my own in my apartment for 6 years going on 7. For the most part I love it. 🥰 I’m an introvert so the peace rejuvenates me at the end of the day from work. I get up when I want to without anyone bothering me and making my cup of coffee and breakfast in the morning by myself in silence makes me happy. However I do get lonely so that’s when I call or text people and try to make plans. I also agree that having to do all the chores is a pain but I’ve been trying to see it as being more grateful for my place. ☺️
I've been living alone since July 2017. It's sometimes very difficult, especially in emergency situations, but I'm very introverted, so it has many benefits for me as well 😍
I lived alone for about 15 years and actually, really enjoyed it. But I have a ton of hobbies and was always able to entertain myself. I totally loved this video.
I LOVE living alone. I've only rarely felt lonely in the two decades I've been on my own (I do have cats and that definitely helps). I love it for all the plus reasons you mentioned and I can't quite imagine living with someone ever again. And when I found a partner, he was the same, so we're one of those LAT couples - Living Apart Together. Best of both worlds.
My home is my happy place . 😊
im living alone and i have been for almost a decade but lately i've been starting to feel really lonely (influenced by what people around me are experiencing with the people they live together with) and this video really came at the right time! thank you
I've always lived alone and I am very much older than you. The key word is "Independence". Great teaching video.
About "just you" - that is so true, I have recently realised that. We tend to underestimate the amount of time and effort we put into cooking, cleaning, etc. But it's FOR US, most important people in our life. It's a true self-care.
I think this is a pretty accurate representation! The chores thing is REAL! Also I don’t have a dish washer and it’s… not fun
When I get a notification that you have uploaded a video, my happy time begins 📸❣️🍊♥️🥳😘🥰🤩❤️
Your Friday vlogs have become part of my weekly routine! On Fridays I work in office and go to the gym after work. Have been really enjoying watching them while on the treadmill the last 4 weeks! Thanks for all you do 💞
Totally agree! It’s the highlight of my Fridays now! 😊🙌🫶
Had a bit of a rough week so can’t tell you how much this comment means to me 🥹💕 thank you !! I’m honoured to be a part of your Friday routine!!
Living alone is great if you have a social life to fall back on..or one or two ppl you can ring every day or so. Otherwise it can get a bit lonely, especially not having anyone to ask you how your day was after coming home from work.
my goal is to move out on my own for the first time this year and this video was really helpful! I'm so excited to have my own place to make mine and experience all you talked about
I love how your place looks so put together!
Yes to all of this! I’ve lived alone in a small town for 7years. It’s not always fun, especially as I don’t have a social circle here but I have full control of the remote and all the food in the fridge is mine! You have, however, inspired me to write a new, more intentional routine. Thanks. x
I lived alone 2 years when i was studying abroad. Loved this video! You mentioned very good points, i liked the "not just you" thing.
Greetings from Mexico City. :)
You've given a lot of great advice for self care. Thanks for sharing.
Love this video. I had a unique, first time, living alone experience, about 2 years after graduating college, I lost my job. I was in a long distance relationship (with my now husband) so I moved to be closer to him but we were still long distance as he lived on his work site. He paid half the rent which helped me, because my main thing was I wasn't able to afford rent myself. But living alone and in a new city for 2.5 years, I went on a huge self discovery journey and did yoga teacher training at the same time. I really liked having my own space, no one to ask when I was coming home, what was for dinner, every decision was mine. I would often go on walks exploring the neighborhoods around me if I felt I was inside too long. I like going to a gym, yoga class or workout class to be with people but then coming home and having a quiet place to myself. Now fast forward about 8 years, married, but got a new job last year in the city where I first lived alone and now in a long distance marriage, as we navigate this transition period and hope to buy a house. We are both independent people, so we can either be together or apart and we make it work. It also helps to have texting and facetime. This time with living alone, I was a lot more confident. I think it helps that I go to an office to chat with people daily but also have my 5am morning routine at the gym and favorite yoga classes to attend around the area. For me, I really grew in knowing myself in the years living alone and that made me come out of my shell more and worry less about what others thought.
Even your regular videos make living alone feel less lonely, but I so appreciated this one! ◡̈
Thank you so much for this video! I’ve been living alone for about 8 months now and it’s been one of the best but also hardest experiences of my life so far. I have learned so much about myself, including how to be content with just me. I have tried a lot of your tips, and they really do help to ease the loneliness. One thing I love doing (if the weather is nice) is just getting out in nature. Sometimes just going on a little walk around my apartment is all I need to reset and feel refreshed. Also, having pets help as well. My puppy is a big responsibility, but she’s such a good companion and keeps me company.
I have never lived alone, and I would love to one day when I can afford the rent in my city. But I don’t think I’m ready to do it right now. Sometimes I get these pockets of time where my family is out of town and I get a weekend or a week to myself, And it’s surprising how much I don’t do well during those times. This video gave me a lot to think about when it comes to improving how I am when I’m by myself.
This is one of my favorite videos that you've done. Very healthy, very relatable.
Such wisdom! Thank you so much!
I’ve lived alone now for three years, and I love it. I resonated a lot with what you said. But I am about to move in with my boyfriend of over 2 years. I’m excited to see the difference of me living with someone now that I’ve had experience with living alone.
I have been living alone since my husband died 5 years ago. I was able to re-decorate my apartment my way, which was great and it now feels like "me". However, I do not have a vehicle and live in an area where nothing is within walking distance so it does get lonely at times, especially in the winter when I cannot enjoy my outside space. But I try to fill my days with reading, journaling, riding my exercise cycle, etc. My biggest challenge is cooking. Like you expressed - most times I feel like oh well it's just me why bother with creating a nice meal. Thinking of trying Hello Fresh in an effort to expand my meal options.
Absolutely ❤️ your lipstick, what brand and colour is it. Also... congrats on the TD commercials that are airing all over Prime!
I love how you have cultivated a relationship with yourself. I badly want to get to know myself more, I'm a 43 year old single mum to a son with autism and I think I've lost my identity. Don't get me wrong, I'm happy, but I don't know myself. Does that make sense? Do you have a book list or podcast list of the things you've read/done that has helped you to invest in yourself?
Love this video. Omg, where is your phone case from? I lovvveee it!
I think it's taken me until just recently to cherish the amount of alone time I used to have prior to the pandemic when I would be home alone. I'd always be listening to music or singing or listening to an audiobook when I didn't have anyone else around. I think something I would struggle with if I moved out is socialization. When I'm at home, I'm always walking into another room to talk to someone but if I were to live alone I wouldn't have people I could talk to on the fly during the day it would have to wait until nighttime.
I love your advices 👌🏻
Even though Caitlin said it I definitely recommend keeping a schedule. It can vary by week, but it is a helpful accountability tool. As is a budget. If you live alone take a moment to celebrate all the gifts it gives. It may not last forever :)
Those wore really good tips on how to stay safe
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I’d love some advice on organising personal photos. I think it’s important to keep the metadata like the date, so all mine are grouped this way. But if I’m looking for a nice photo of a friend, or from an event, it is so difficult to find. AI can help a bit with this now, but isn’t always working for me. Would love to know other methods that work for people?
Really appreciated this video!
When my father died and my mother was on her own for the first time in decades, her biggest concern was choking while eating alone, so my sister and I taught her how to do the Heimlich manoeuvre by herself. We even found the perfect piece of furniture to use, a chair with a back that was just the right height. She’s in an apartment now, so she doesn’t have to worry about snow removal and cutting grass, and she has found a community of friends in her building and they all keep in touch with each other.
Well thought out video.
I would like to say if you want to live alone but not be lonely you can get a pet. I am a cat owner and coming home to her is a wonderful feeling.
My biggest fears of living alone are security (i'm not going to lie, México is a scary place to live alone as a woman 😓) and expenses, the economy is not that good to pay rent 💔
I really love your nose! so cute.
I’ve been moved out and living alone for nearly 2yrs, and I love it - but I love my own company plus I have 3 cats. I did put up a mirror next to my home office and have noticed I speak to mirror me and look at her to like commiserate things. Which is maybe a bridge too far? But I cannot put the mirror away or else I’d miss mirror me.
Dating?
I loved living alone (almost 12 years) and miss it constantly, now that I am married with 2 children and would kill for “me” time. 😂
Hope your kids don't find this comment 🤣🤣🤣
@@ninthusiva7546 why? They know. I routinely take “me time” days when I need them (it just take planning and coordination!). You can love your family and still long for some time alone with peace, quiet and no obligations! I just wish I had appreciated them more when I had an endless supply of them! 😂
I don’t live alone. I live with a Guinea pig and three hamsters 🐹.