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Lucy0206

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Hi…my name is Lucy0206. I am 69 years old and would like to know how others survive being alone. Been living alone for two months now.
 

Hi Lucy.
In my opinion, living alone , and happily so, is a matter of how we think.
If we want, ever so much, to have a mate, then it is likely we will be miserable.
If on the other hand, if we enjoy complete freedom of movement, and the freedom of doing what we please, any time we bloody well choose, then it can be quite pleasant.

One way to think about this is you never have to conform to anyone else's wishes (demands ?)

If I may offer a few suggestions ?
Do you have any particular desire to learn new things ? Take a class. Cooking. Painting. Pottery. The list of possibilities is literally endless.
Keep busy. Above all, keep your house clean.
Have a specific daily routine.
Maybe a new pet ?
Watch the best movies you can find.
Exercise, even it is only walking, is a HUGE help with emotional health.
Get a good book and lose yourself in it.
Spoil yourself. If you feel like eating, X, Y, or Z, then do so.
 
senior chef said:
Hi Lucy.
In my opinion, living alone , and happily so, is a matter of how we think.
If we want, ever so much, to have a mate, then it is likely we will be miserable.
If on the other hand, if we enjoy complete freedom of movement, and the freedom of doing what we please, any time we bloody well choose, then it can be quite pleasant.

One way to think about this is you never have to conform to anyone else's wishes (demands ?)

If I may offer a few suggestions ?
Do you have any particular desire to learn new things ? Take a class. Cooking. Painting. Pottery. The list of possibilities is literally endless.
Keep busy. Above all, keep your house clean.
Have a specific daily routine.
Maybe a new pet ?
Watch the best movies you can find.
Exercise, even it is only walking, is a HUGE help with emotional health.
Get a good book and lose yourself in it.
Spoil yourself. If you feel like eating, X, Y, or Z, then do so.
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The chef said it all. I like being alone. I can eat if I want. I don't care to cook an more unless the kids are coming over. I do what I want and when I want to. I read, watch movies or tv or nap when I want.
 

Hi Lucy,welcome glad you found us,you'll meet great group of people from around the world which makes SF a wonderful place to hang out
I've lived alone for most of my adult life,prefer it that way.My siblings don't live near me,my brother lives in CT,our older sister lives 'across the pond' in England
I have a group of close friends I consider my 'extended family' would do anything for them,vice versa
On this site,you will find a thread about 'living alone' check it out see what others have to say
Enjoy yourself here, agree with what chef had to say
Sue in Buffalo,NY
 
Hi Lucy...
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Can we ask, how come you've been living alone since so recently ?.. have you lost a partner ?... :unsure:

Living alone is very hard if you're used to sharing with someone, but this little magic box helps a lot to keep you in touch with people, with Internet forums like this one.. and generally a window on the world...

Please make yourself comfortable and stay with us to keep you company....
 
welcome aboard, Lucy, from rural Kentucky.

SF is an active and friendly international forum. Post and participate. Pursue the achieved threads. You're sure to meet new folks with common interests.

You didn't mention where you're from...?
 
Hey Lucy, welcome to the group.

I don't live alone and have not in a long time, so probably can't be very helpful on your question. However I see that you have already gotten some good advice from others.

One thought is that in keeping and making friends don't shy away from couples or people who are not alone. Particularly as we get older that doesn't seem to be a barrier to friendships. We have lots of unattached friends.

This is something all of us needs to think about. At least half of us will likely end up alone one day. Some quickly and unexpectedly.

Perhaps participation in this forum can give you some feeling of being less alone.
 
welcome to group photo_ Welcome To The Group….gif @Lucy0206 Very HAPPY you're here. You've come to the right place, for sharing, caring, learning and a lot of support, and friendship. Hope we can help ease your loneliness some, with time, it does get easier. Make yourself at home and ENJOY.
 
Hi Lucy. Glad you joined us. I live alone and sometimes love it and sometimes hate it. The pandemic really placed a big impediment in my life. But I'll get through this. Senior Forum helps a lot.
 
Hello Lucy, please do not think of living alone as "surviving". You will get over the initial shock and find some interests to follow. I do not live alone but I have a couple of friends who do, and they love the time they have to be creative and have a renewed joy of living.

Welcome to the forum 💐
 
Welcome Lucy! I am new here myself.
I am still adjusting to living alone, it’s been just 6 months for me. But it’s been difficult, for sure. That’s one reason why I joined this group, I thought some interaction with others would lessen the loneliness.
Tell us a little about yourself.
 
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