This is going to sound extremely unimportant to some people, but I'd just like to say that I've made a little breakthrough.
...don't laugh.
I, Karie Fugett, am okay with eating at restaurants....alone.
Yep. That used to be the scariest thing ever to me and now - I actually enjoy it. I actually look forward to my public time alone. In fact, that is where I'm headed now.
If you're like I was and terrified of eating alone for whatever reason, I challenge you to suck it up and do it anyway. You won't die, I promise. In fact, for me, it only took me one time to get over myself and just do it to realize it is actually quite pleasant.
So go, my friends. Treat yourself to a nice meal. Enjoy the company of yourself for once.
And...don't forget to splurge on dessert because no one is looking and no one can stop you.
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9 words of wisdom:
I know how you feel! I was so proud of myself the first time I ate alone (outside of an airport). Funny, I have never judged people for eating alone, ever, but I've always given myself anxiety over the thought of eating alone.
Problem is, I was glued to my phone the entire time.
Semper Fi
I love that. When I discovered the solo meal, and the solo movie date, I felt like I'd found a little corner of my own personal heaven where I was invisible and could just observe the world around me and see the beauty that lies around us, like some magic power I could tap into by myself on a Friday night, and it would be so wonderful. I applaud you being able to do this, and wish you many more wonderful moments on dates with yourself and tasty desserts. :-)
It's also a wonderful way to get yourself writing. I like taking along some paper and just seeing what kind of inspiration will reveal itself. Watching other people interacting or just noticing the little things like rain sliding down a glass window makes for a nice story/poem/song/journal entry.
You go, girl.
I used to be the same way, until I was basically forced to eat alone, in public! I now love it but would still rather eat with others :)
I enjoy eating alone during lunch breaks. It's "me time" I don't have to worry about keeping the conversation going in between bites of food ya know? Glad you overcame this little battle in life :)
I really enjoy my alone time. Don't get me wrong, I love spending time with friends, but it is really nice to have some peace and quiet and be alone with your thoughts sometimes. I'm glad you're enjoying it, too.
LOL, I get it! I can eat alone, but only if I have something with me. And I have been known to go to great lengths to find a newspaper, magazine, or candy bar wrapper to pretend to be engrossed in while I eat.
Sometimes, I go eat alone and bring my laptop -- I get lots of weird looks, but I love it. It's my little escape to get lost in a world of writing.
I don't mind eating alone, but I think it depends on the time of day. I wouldn't want to be on my own in a restaurant in the evening for example. But lunch is fine. I know lots of people have a problem with it though, so I hope you don't mind me mentioning my new website Invite For A Bite (inviteforabite.com) that helps to get women together over meals.
People who are afraid of being alone need practice with that you're right. But sometimes we all need a little company :)
I can eat out alone. Although to be honest, I can only do it if I have a book to read. On weekdays I tend to eat lunch out on my own, so only with a book. I don't feel like it completely counts, but it's a start.
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