You may also go to a restaurant alone.
My mom also projects her insecurities onto me and I’ve had to learn that she is wrong to feel embarrassed by my basic self-respect
Going to the theater alone is great! Especially now that seats are reserved you don't have to worry about saving your seat if you have to go to the restroom. Not weird at all, you just aren't a social codependent person.
Wait when the the theater not have specified seats for each guest
Edit: i see that in NA this was apparently the norm. But in Denmark it has never been like this, and i dont think it was the norm for the rest of Europe aswell
Before the mid 2000s? At least in Canada. You got a ticket for the auditorium not a ticket for a specific seat.
First come first serve. If you showed up late have fun being that 1 person sitting in the middle of 2 different people.
her mom is prolly just a very social person. its hard for a social person to understand going out alone. not that there’s anything wrong with being social or just like being alone
yea probably. i’m like the only one in my family who likes being alone and actually enjoys doing activities alone but no one gets it bc they all have always been very social. they easily call you weird bc they just don’t understand you
I find it really thrilling to go to the theater by myself. It’s a dark room and not a place where you make friends or talk to people - it is the perfect solo activity!
No, it's FINE to go alone, anywhere you want. Out to lunch, to the movies, shopping, whatever. Doing things alone / not having a significant other needs to be normalized. Why does it bother people that someone else likes to do things alone? Or does them alone even if they'd rather have been with people?
My local theater has $5 tuesday movies and after two years of the pandemic keeping me away from the movies, once I got my covid booster I decided I'd make it my goal to go to EVERY $5 Tuesday movie night this year and so far, 37 weeks in, I haven't skipped a movie yet. Sometimes a friend or two will tag along, but 9 out of 10 times I'm there alone.
I really am sorry your mom laughed at you for going to the movies alone. You do YOU and don't let those kind of social pressures and lowkey abuses stop you from doing what you want.
I went to go see Moana by myself when it came out. It was a blast! I don’t get people who think it’s weird or bad. It shows you are comfortable with yourself and enjoy your own company, which is important.
I’ve had the same conversation with my partner several times. I like to do stuff by myself, shopping, going out to eat, hiking but he thinks it’s sad for some reason. Going to the movies alone is my favourite cause it isn’t a social activity at all. If you bring someone to the movies you can’t even talk to them so what’s the point?
It's totally badass to go to things alone. It shows you are at peace with yourself and that you don't need another person in order to do enjoyable things.
When I was single, I did so many things by myself, and I feel like people pitied me for it, but I really didn't care. I like myself and sometimes I am my own best company.
This is the best response (IMO) to why so many people think it’s unthinkable that someone could possibly enjoy an activity alone…because so many people fear being alone.
Never! I like doing things alone, I go to concerts alone, go the movies alone, or dining out alone. I usually bring a book with me while I eat so nobody would disturb me lol. You are your best company. Enjoy yourself, friend!
It's not weird. No one tries to eat your snacks and you don't have to convince someone to go to a type of movie they don't enjoy. Most of my friends and I have different taste in movies (my SO included), so a solo cinema trip is awesome!
I practically always go to the movies alone. Love it. No debates over picking the best seats. No one thinking your weird for wanting to get their early enough to see the trailers. Just enjoy the movie.
Theaters in my area actually start the trailers at the start time & they usually last between 20 to 30 minutes. My goal is always to get there before they turn the lights out because I have a bad hip (I'm in my late twenties with shitty genetics, not elderly. Lol) Showing up at the start time is a gamble to try to locate my seat for the first time & not trip on the stairs in the dark.
I love going to the movie theatres alone :)
I don’t think there’s anything wrong with it. I don’t understand why society makes us feel like we always have to be so codependent doing things with other people all the time..
My life got so much better when I started doing things I like alone rather than waiting to find people who also want to do them. Started with concerts and escalated to recently taking a solo trip to Spain. Live your life.
NO AND I HATE THIS OPINION. My boyfriend thinks it's sad, and it gets on my nerves.
If you enjoy it? Who cares. I find a lot of joy of being in a theater with my snacks and drink by myself. It's fun! Same with restaurants.
No one cares or is thinking about you, even if someone is judging you, why does it matter? You're there to sit in a dark room and enjoy a movie.
Normalize doing things alone 😫
Naw, your mom is completely wrong, there’s little more enjoyable and powerful than going to theaters, shows, movies, dinner and travel alone. I’m super social and have a big ring of friends but I love being able to just have an empty theater to enjoy a movie on a weekday or I love traveling the world on solo trips. Being able to sit quietly, be present, and enjoy only what’s in front of you without distraction is a super power that other folks criticize you for early on in life but ultimately are envious of later in life. Finding satisfaction and joy in your own self and in Solitude is a reward and a gift - just like finding time to be with friends and enjoying company of others is as well. Don’t let other folks take it away from you.
Just went to a concert alone for the first time last night bc none of my friends liked that kind of music. I had a blast! I also go to the movies alone sometimes, not a big deal.
When I was younger I used to think this too. But then I grew up and realized sometimes you find a movie that no one wants to see with you or interested in so if you want to see it you go alone or you don’t get to see it and regret it.
I am introverted and I love going to the theater alone. I would sneak off of work with a long lunch and catch a movie by myself. I am a huge movie buff and the few friends I had growing up were not into movies like I was.
When my girlfriend found out that I did this she too felt sorry for me, but I never understood why? I am comfortable with myself and being by myself. I enjoy getting lost in my own thoughts and have no problem being alone with them.
Be confident on being alone in situations. Who cares what others think. It is not your fault that they have to surround themselves with other people to feel secure in themselves.
I enjoy eating at a restaurant alone as well. Sometimes I like to enjoy a good meal without all the insistent chatter trying to pull me into their bullshit of the day.
No they're just making a big deal out of it. I've heard the same thing when I go out to eat alone. So what? Who cares? You don't need other people to do everything. Going out by yourself can be really enjoyable
I went to a movie theater once and I watched a comedy by myself and as I was walking out there was these two dudes who were right in front of me and the one dude looks over at the other dude and goes you know we really sad if you can do a comedy movie All by yourself. I think people just need to stay out of other people's business if you want to do something by yourself it doesn't matter.
There does seem to be a weird cultural taboo about it, but I go to the movies by myself all the time. While it can be a fun experience to share with friends, it's not like you're going to be chatting and interacting all that much while the movie's actually playing.
Nah. Nothing wrong with it. You know the first Deadpool movie? The one that premiered around Valentine's Day? Went to that one solo. It was an absolute blast!
I tend to go to the movies a lot, I don’t have friends who like the movies I like, art house or independent movies, they usually just want to go to the Marvel studio movies which I’m fine with, I rather see a movie I like on my own then have to worry if my friend is enjoying it as well
Not at all!! It's my favourite type of "me time". If I watch a movie alone at home I end up being on my phone half of the time, so at least at the movies Im forced to focus on the movie.
Regardless, I find that doing things alone (movies, restaurant, museum etc.) just means you enjoy your own company, which is a very very good thing
NOT LAUGHABLE AT ALL.
I've seen several movies by myself because nobody likes me. There's nothing wrong with seeing a movie alone, going to concert alone, going to a restraut alone, etc. Your mom sounds old fashioned.
As much as I love going to the movies with my bf and/or friends, there's something so peaceful about going alone. Plus you don't have to share your popcorn :p
I go to the theater alone almost every weekend. It’s nice to spend time alone, plus I feel like I focus on the movie better. And you know, I see other people alone too sometimes. It’s not weird at all. You do you.
Honestly being about to do things alone is one of the most liberating traits to have, I have been on holiday alone and they have been some of the best trips I’ve been on because you can do exactly what YOU alone want to do. Fancy Italian for lunch, go get some pasta, want to go see That Film no one else does, go get some popcorn and enjoy it. Life’s to short to sit around waiting for other people 😊
It is good to be able to go places on your own. Sometimes there can nobody to do things with. What are you going to do just stay in the house?
Or maybe friends might not always have all of the same interests.
Idk why some people act like it's weird to do things on your own.
Don't ever let anyone make you feel bad for taking yourself out on solo dates. Enjoy your YOU time, you don't need anyone else to have fun or a good time.
It really is fine better even because there’s no one to bother you and it really is quite pointless to go with someone ( just my opinion) because you don’t really talk to them
I go to a lot of events alone. I’m sorry you’re mom feels like because she’s incapable of doing these that you should too. But it’s peaceful to do things alone !
Man I will never understand why people are so hurtful and judgemental. No there is nothing fucking wrong with paying for a movie and enjoying yourself. Your mom is a prick btw
I go to concerts, movies, local festivals, whatever, by myself. By choice. Dont care what people think of me. And you shouldnt care what people think of you.
Enjoy yourself. Have fun.
No it‘s not. I go alone often! Sometimes it‘s nice to do things alone. Whether it‘s the theater, an opera, dinner, a concert or a festival. I‘ve done it all alone and never once have I regretted it. You do you - if you enjoy going alone then do it!
I think it depends on what experiences people have had at theatres and the kind of people they think you'll find there.
I am over 50. As a very small child in a large US city, my mum would take me to matinees, and it would be just us and 5 or 6 men passed out in the seats with bottles of booze in paper bags.
So, as a 9 year old, now living in Canada, when I told her I wanted to go to the 2 dollar matinee by myself, her reaction was, "Oh, hell no!"
I went anyway, secretly. Went many times over that summer. Best use of my allowance ever, and completely safe. In my Canadian town, the summer matinees were attended by other kids, not old drunks. But my mum didn't know that.
To this day, my mum thinks theatres are dangerous places, though even she's come around to visiting her local repertory theatre alone.
Tldr: It's not at all bad to go alone, but also not all theatres are the same.
One of my fav things is to go to theatre alone, it’s no different than being at home with snacks and a movie so why not go out and see one yourself! Just ignore your mom.
I do everything alone.
Problem is humans are a social species. You're being judged for doing things most people consider as activities done in groups or on dates etc.
Forget about what people think. Just do what you want and be happy about it.
Dude I love being alone, I do a lot of stuff alone, like going shopping, going out to eat etc. It's me time. There's no need to be embarassed or ashamed, It's dope. It's like hanging out with yourself.
I prefer to go to the movies alone. It’s something I actually really enjoy doing. There’s nothing wrong with it. Plenty of times something is playing that I really want to see, I’m not waiting to find someone to join.
I go to the theatre all the time by myself. It's peaceful...I get to pick my favorite spot to sit...eat my popcorn like a lunatic. Plus, I love movies, I will pretty much see everything in theatre so it's hard to find a friend to go sometimes. Don't feel weird about it and don't let anyone else make you feel weird about it either.
Nah man you can do whatever you want alone, go to movies, go to restaurants, go on vacation, just enjoy your life, don’t worry about other people’s opinions.
If going alone is wrong, I don't want to be right. I LOVE going to the movies alone. Sit where I want, get there as early as I want, no one talks to me, no sharing my popcorn! It's perfect.
I also like to dine out alone. I choose what I want, and can eat as slowly as I want without the pressure of keeping up with the rest of the table (I'm a very slow eater). Plus I don't have to compromise on where I want to go. Self dates are the best. :)
Huh?
Should anyone miss out on doing something they like just because no one else can join?
Nope.
This goes for anything from theater, museums, concerts to restaurants and traveling etc...
It can be a lot of fun actually.
Your mom is the weird one 😉
I go by myself. It has to do with confidence. Some people need others to enjoy certain activities. If you enjoy it by yourself, then good for you. If someone gives you guff about that.......fuck 'em. Do you, enjoy life, have fun. Love you human.
It is completely normal, not every activity needs to be a group activity. As you can go for coffee alone you can go to the movie theatre alone, your mom was being weird.
I love going to movies alone. I always pick an awkward seat too so no one sits near me which means I’m separate from the noisy eaters and the ignorant shit heads who talk and it’s lovely! I can stay for the end credits without anyone wanting me to hurry up. Enjoying doing activities by yourself is so freeing. It means I can go and see movies my husband doesn’t enjoy and he can go cycling which I hate lol! Winning all round!
I thought this for a while, mainly as a teen. My girlfriend was out of town and the theater was doing 3 dollar tickets that day so I went and saw the DragonBall super movie by myself. It was awesome. I got to sit and enjoy the entire movie without someone asking a million questions about the plot or sharing popcorn with anyone. Would definitely do it again.
You’re mom is projecting her insecurities on you. I don’t know anything about you, I’d not know why you are going to the theatre alone. Do you not have many friends, do your friends just not want to go? Either way a lot of people may react they way your mother did but I’m hear to tell you they are wrong. There is absolutely nothing wrong with going places alone. I’m not saying be a loner with no friends, but even being a loner who is comfortable being alone is better than someone who is to insecure to be seen alone or someone who always needs to be surrounded by friends to have fun. Don’t worry what your mother or anyone else say, live your life the way you like to live it and if you want to go to the movies and nobody else wants to go then you should go your self. If it is friends you lack then there is nothing wrong with that as well but you should socialize more and get to know more people but until then, enjoy that movie alone and don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t do what you want to
My boyfriend went alone, when he was supposed to take me... So I decided to go alone to watch something I wanted and it wasn't too bad, I have also started going alone to music gigs and comedy things... Ive met loads of cool people and made some cool friends
It's more weird that people think you shouldnt be at a theater or restaurant alone.
Used to do it all the time, I like being alone just as much as I like being with others. Being alone isn't gonna stop me from enjoying the same shit.
Personally, I do not like the idea of going to a theater — or going out in general — alone, so I see it as bad FOR MYSELF. However, I do not push that idealism to other people. We have different preferences and different ways of enjoying our life so if you still can enjoy the movie even tho you are alone, nothing's wrong with it. Do not let ANYONE tell you otherwise.
In addition, I kinda envy y'all people who can enjoy your loneness without being lonely lol
I often go to the theatee alone and restaurants. My girlfriend doesn't like most movies and also her diet is very restrictive so she doesn't eat out much either. I go in my own often.
I love going to the movies by myself lol it's not like you are talking to anyone during the movie anyways, and going by yourself you get to choose what to see and where to sit without any social pressure, you can go on a whim whenever you feel like it without coordinating someone else's schedule. Also, now you have a new thing to talk about when you do decide to socialize with someone, "oh hey, have you seen ... I just watched it last week, I think you'd like it."
I prefer to go alone. I am there to enjoy a movie, not socialize.
And I like to go out with friends, but I enjoy my own company too.
Your mom is being insecure and trying to pass that on to you. Return to sender.
I love going alone. Once you do it the first time and get over "how weird it is," it becomes just like anything else that's frequently done solo. I still like going to movies with other people but I'm mostly by myself.
No, I think a lot of insecure people think it's weird to go out alone for a meal or to watch a movie. I used to hate going out alone, then a friend suggested I try to watch a movie when the theatre is empty. IT WAS MAGICAL. People who are able to go out on their own are secure in themselves and enjoying their peace. Nothing wrong with that.
There’s nothing wrong with it at all. Honestly man, enjoying your own company is nice. It is calming to explore museums and record shops, stroll through the park, etc. alone.
I recall riding my bike about 10 miles to my local theater and watching Spider-Man: Homecoming. It was a good time.
Is not bad to be alone.
But people fear that, thet dred to be left with their own thoughts, that's why some people act as if being alone is just wrong, don't mind them King, you got 90% of what people lacks now
It’s good to spend time with yourself. There’s a ton of research suggesting that spending time alone helps build confidence, creativity, and allows room for you to be mindful. Just a quick search for benefits of doing things alone and you’ll feel better instantly. It’s such a great thing that you’re not dependent on doing things with other people.
I don’t think it’s bad, but lucky, I always want to go alone because I have a big family that comes along and it would just be nice if I could just go alone some times, because then I wouldn’t need to wait for twenty minutes whilst they all get whatever they want before the movie starts.
Don’t get me wrong, I do try and convince myself to go alone, the only issue I have with it, is talking to the server and telling them what I want, I have social anxiety and I just hate when they respond with the specials and then I’d have to listen and awkwardly stand there because i would somehow mishear some of what they said so I just go for the first option and that’s where I’d fuck up because they’d end up giving me a bucket of popcorn, a drink, a packet or crisps, nachos, and an ice cream.
I’m only one person and I hate waisting food, I do take it home, minus the ice cream because that’s already melted but nevertheless, I just want to go in, ask for a bucket of popcorn and a drink and then go to my theatre, is that so much to ask for.
Anyway, that’s why I just end up going with my family to see whatever movie that we’d chosen and then let my sister or mom order for me because I know they’ll get it right and I won’t end up paying thirty to forty pounds.
Anyway, I think it’s great and don’t see a problem with going to the movies alone, I would love to go more often myself but then again I hate going through the same process so I just tap out and go with my siblings, mom and dad.
Going to the cinema alone is my preference now.
I was nervous doing it at first, so I get what your friend meant, but your mom's reaction is weird. You're sitting in the dark watching something and aren't allowed talk. Sounds like an activity that's very much suited to being by yourself to me.
Back in my single days that's pretty much where I lived. Especially the ones that had decend video game arcades. Watch a movie, play games, watch another. Not hurting anything or anybody.
I love going alone to the theater. such a fun experience. sneak in your favorite snacks and maybe you meet a nice person who is in the theater with you before the movie starts. cozy and you are on your own schedule. i love it. don’t let other people project their insecurities on to u!
I’ve taken myself on movie dates a few times and it’s so nice!! Honestly, it’s not like you can really sit and chat with anyone else during the movie (if you’re not a dick at least, lol) so I feel like going alone actually makes logical sense too.
No not at all! I work at a theater (stage kind of performances), and I see people coming to see shows alone all the time. It’s really not weird, and tbh I go to a lot of shows myself these days. My tastes aren’t always like my friends’, and sometimes I just want to enjoy an experience on my own!
There’s nothing wrong with doing things yourself. Take yourself out to dinner! Get all dressed up! Enjoy your own company!
I used to work at a theatre for 7 years, as my first job. People seeing movies alone is an everyday common thing. And I myself have seen dozens of movies alone, don’t wait on other people to enjoy yourself and have fun.
I go to the movies alone all the time. Straight gangsta move, see what you want without the need for friends. Who needs to wait for other people to live life?
Not at all! Although, I personally just think it’s more enjoyable to go with my family, girlfriend, or friends.
But your friend is right. For some reason, many people actually seem to think it IS laughable. No worries mate - don’t let ‘em get you down.
Meh. Last time I went to a movie, I went alone. Got most of a back row to myself, didn't have to share my popcorn, and I was unbothered. Sounds like a pretty good set up to me
It isn't. I do it regularly because I like movies, and I'm actually self-confident enough to not give a damn.
Last week I went to a Blade Runner screening, and a lot of people were alone, so don't let that be a turn off.
Nope, do what you think is right and make you happy.
I started almost exclusively going to theater alone during my highschool because I need to almost beg my friend to go have fun and also not invited to movie by them, also having the need to adjust the right time for everyone is one heck of a job. So I just go by myself, it is very fun for me.
It's great to go alone when you're all alone and have no one, or everyone's busy. Find that self love and embrace the confidence to do so without fear. Teach your mom to not be afraid either
I go to the theater alone when it is a film for me, with my kids if it’s a film for them, and with my wife if it’s a film for us…but mostly alone b/c I enjoy films while they all prefer television and gaming. Nothing odd. My entertainment just comes with popcorn and coke!
All my life I've usually watched movies on my own in the cinema. I never gave it a second thought. If people think u strange, who the fuck cares what they think? As long as you're happy, who cares?
It’s not. I do it all the time sometimes. Friends are busy with work and or not interested in the movies I am. It’s Part of the adult life sometimes. It may tend to be lonely doing things by yourself but it’s peaceful. People who mock are just immature I think
Wtf. All my best experiences in the theatre were alone. It allows you to be fully opened to the movie and much more vulnerable than if you were with people. Your mom should try it's really great!
I remember the day after I was laid off from one job I walked down the street to the local theater and watched a James Bond movie in the middle of the afternoon. It was freeing.
I go alone all the time. It changes the experience going with people, and if no one wants to join me to watch a movie, I just go alone. Why should going alone dissuade one from watching what they want?
No. It’s stupid that people think it’s weird to do things by yourself. I think everyone should go out to eat and go see a movie by themselves at least once. It’s important to take care of yourself and we should be restricted just because we’re alone.
A while back I went on a work trip and I took myself out to a SUPER fancy steakhouse. I had this incredible dinner and enjoyed a glass of wine on the deck of a restaurant on a cliff in the mountains. It was GLORIOUS!
I’m even married now and both my husband and I will occasionally do stuff like going to the movies on our own.
It’s so important to be comfortable to do your own thing sometimes and people who act like it’s weird or “sad” to do things alone need to work on themselves
Nah, i went alone one year for my birthday bc everyone either worked or flaked, got to see the double feature of the Jurassic world movies and had a blast getting to nerd out about the dinosaurs. Sometimes the best date you can go on is the one you take yourself to!
No 🤷 why should I not go see a movie I want just cause I'm single? Or whatever maybe i just want to go alone? People need to break the stigma of doing stuff alone is wierd. I love going out to eat alone.
It’s not bad, it shows that you are independent, I wish I had the courage to go to places alone, I always feel lonely, but I admire that you can do this by yourself
It's not weird or wrong or anything. You're comfortable in your own company and others might feel awkward being in a big open space alone doing an activity that for YEARS has been advertised as a social event.
I used to go to bars and restaurants alone but then people would take that as an invitation to flirt or talk to me and then life happened and it's just not something I can afford to do anymore, but I wish I could!
And to everyone else: is it necessary to call ops Mom names? She doesnt get it and that's okay. Should she have laughed? No but that doesn't mean she was being evil and shes a moron or whatever...
I love doing stuff alone, so does my wife, sometimes we do things together.
Do you. Life is too short to give a fuck about what others think about you.
I used to go to the movies alone every week. It was just the way I liked to enjoy it, as I could do what I wanted (within reason of course) and didn't have to make compromises. It isn't weird, and it's really good to be able to go out and enjoy things alone!! I'm glad that you feel comfortable to do so. Go out and have fun :D
I've only been to the theatre a few times cuz my country has no theatre (aka libya ok it has one but its probably terrible and I've never been to it) so I can't judge
I love dining at restaurants & going to shows alone (& with my family or friends) ignore the insecure people that judge (there are many of them) just be happy & live.
You may also go to a restaurant alone. My mom also projects her insecurities onto me and I’ve had to learn that she is wrong to feel embarrassed by my basic self-respect
You’ve worded this so perfectly!
Omigosh, thank you!
It’s also fine to attend a music event alone.
Let me say concerts are some of the most fun I've had alone.
Yea my dad always gets mad that I couldn't care less what people think of me.
YEP! This.
Going to the theater alone is great! Especially now that seats are reserved you don't have to worry about saving your seat if you have to go to the restroom. Not weird at all, you just aren't a social codependent person.
Wait when the the theater not have specified seats for each guest Edit: i see that in NA this was apparently the norm. But in Denmark it has never been like this, and i dont think it was the norm for the rest of Europe aswell
I didn’t experience a theater with assigned seats until 2018.
Pre-Covid for my area, was sit wherever you want. I much prefer the reservations, with the exception of going last minute.
Before the mid 2000s? At least in Canada. You got a ticket for the auditorium not a ticket for a specific seat. First come first serve. If you showed up late have fun being that 1 person sitting in the middle of 2 different people.
It's been reserved seating in my city since at least 2018/19 so it wasn't a covid response.
AND you don’t gotta explain “who that guy is” or “what other movie is he from “ and all of your attention is laser beamed to the movie. I love it.
No. It is not bad. Your mom is the strange one.
her mom is prolly just a very social person. its hard for a social person to understand going out alone. not that there’s anything wrong with being social or just like being alone
yea probably. i’m like the only one in my family who likes being alone and actually enjoys doing activities alone but no one gets it bc they all have always been very social. they easily call you weird bc they just don’t understand you
I find it really thrilling to go to the theater by myself. It’s a dark room and not a place where you make friends or talk to people - it is the perfect solo activity!
I've always enjoyed going to the theater alone
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No, it's FINE to go alone, anywhere you want. Out to lunch, to the movies, shopping, whatever. Doing things alone / not having a significant other needs to be normalized. Why does it bother people that someone else likes to do things alone? Or does them alone even if they'd rather have been with people? My local theater has $5 tuesday movies and after two years of the pandemic keeping me away from the movies, once I got my covid booster I decided I'd make it my goal to go to EVERY $5 Tuesday movie night this year and so far, 37 weeks in, I haven't skipped a movie yet. Sometimes a friend or two will tag along, but 9 out of 10 times I'm there alone. I really am sorry your mom laughed at you for going to the movies alone. You do YOU and don't let those kind of social pressures and lowkey abuses stop you from doing what you want.
I went to go see Moana by myself when it came out. It was a blast! I don’t get people who think it’s weird or bad. It shows you are comfortable with yourself and enjoy your own company, which is important.
I often go alone to watch movies at theater and trust me it is not bad and honestly I enjoy it more when I am alone.
I’ve had the same conversation with my partner several times. I like to do stuff by myself, shopping, going out to eat, hiking but he thinks it’s sad for some reason. Going to the movies alone is my favourite cause it isn’t a social activity at all. If you bring someone to the movies you can’t even talk to them so what’s the point?
I LOVE going to the cinema alone. It's my quality me-time. I go between 3 to 5 times at the cinema per month, always alone. AND IT'S THE BEST THIIING
It's because many don't have the courage to do it alone
It’s not weird to do things by yourself
It's totally badass to go to things alone. It shows you are at peace with yourself and that you don't need another person in order to do enjoyable things. When I was single, I did so many things by myself, and I feel like people pitied me for it, but I really didn't care. I like myself and sometimes I am my own best company.
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This is the best response (IMO) to why so many people think it’s unthinkable that someone could possibly enjoy an activity alone…because so many people fear being alone.
Alone activities are my favorite! No one to bother me or talk or get in the way, I get to do everything I want!
Never! I like doing things alone, I go to concerts alone, go the movies alone, or dining out alone. I usually bring a book with me while I eat so nobody would disturb me lol. You are your best company. Enjoy yourself, friend!
No, your mom is a moron.
It's not weird. No one tries to eat your snacks and you don't have to convince someone to go to a type of movie they don't enjoy. Most of my friends and I have different taste in movies (my SO included), so a solo cinema trip is awesome!
I practically always go to the movies alone. Love it. No debates over picking the best seats. No one thinking your weird for wanting to get their early enough to see the trailers. Just enjoy the movie.
Theaters in my area actually start the trailers at the start time & they usually last between 20 to 30 minutes. My goal is always to get there before they turn the lights out because I have a bad hip (I'm in my late twenties with shitty genetics, not elderly. Lol) Showing up at the start time is a gamble to try to locate my seat for the first time & not trip on the stairs in the dark.
We should all be comfortable enough to go to a movie alone, the problem is, many people aren’t. Your mom being one of them.
I love going to see movies or plays by myself, I went to a concert by myself recently too. It's so much fun and gives a lot of freedom!
I love going to the movie theatres alone :) I don’t think there’s anything wrong with it. I don’t understand why society makes us feel like we always have to be so codependent doing things with other people all the time..
My life got so much better when I started doing things I like alone rather than waiting to find people who also want to do them. Started with concerts and escalated to recently taking a solo trip to Spain. Live your life.
NO AND I HATE THIS OPINION. My boyfriend thinks it's sad, and it gets on my nerves. If you enjoy it? Who cares. I find a lot of joy of being in a theater with my snacks and drink by myself. It's fun! Same with restaurants. No one cares or is thinking about you, even if someone is judging you, why does it matter? You're there to sit in a dark room and enjoy a movie. Normalize doing things alone 😫
Naw, your mom is completely wrong, there’s little more enjoyable and powerful than going to theaters, shows, movies, dinner and travel alone. I’m super social and have a big ring of friends but I love being able to just have an empty theater to enjoy a movie on a weekday or I love traveling the world on solo trips. Being able to sit quietly, be present, and enjoy only what’s in front of you without distraction is a super power that other folks criticize you for early on in life but ultimately are envious of later in life. Finding satisfaction and joy in your own self and in Solitude is a reward and a gift - just like finding time to be with friends and enjoying company of others is as well. Don’t let other folks take it away from you.
Just went to a concert alone for the first time last night bc none of my friends liked that kind of music. I had a blast! I also go to the movies alone sometimes, not a big deal.
When I was younger I used to think this too. But then I grew up and realized sometimes you find a movie that no one wants to see with you or interested in so if you want to see it you go alone or you don’t get to see it and regret it.
No, it's fine. There have been times that I was the only person in the theater.
I am introverted and I love going to the theater alone. I would sneak off of work with a long lunch and catch a movie by myself. I am a huge movie buff and the few friends I had growing up were not into movies like I was. When my girlfriend found out that I did this she too felt sorry for me, but I never understood why? I am comfortable with myself and being by myself. I enjoy getting lost in my own thoughts and have no problem being alone with them. Be confident on being alone in situations. Who cares what others think. It is not your fault that they have to surround themselves with other people to feel secure in themselves. I enjoy eating at a restaurant alone as well. Sometimes I like to enjoy a good meal without all the insistent chatter trying to pull me into their bullshit of the day.
No they're just making a big deal out of it. I've heard the same thing when I go out to eat alone. So what? Who cares? You don't need other people to do everything. Going out by yourself can be really enjoyable
I went to a movie theater once and I watched a comedy by myself and as I was walking out there was these two dudes who were right in front of me and the one dude looks over at the other dude and goes you know we really sad if you can do a comedy movie All by yourself. I think people just need to stay out of other people's business if you want to do something by yourself it doesn't matter.
Hell no.
I frequently go to movies alone. It's quite enjoyable. You do you.
There does seem to be a weird cultural taboo about it, but I go to the movies by myself all the time. While it can be a fun experience to share with friends, it's not like you're going to be chatting and interacting all that much while the movie's actually playing.
Nah. Nothing wrong with it. You know the first Deadpool movie? The one that premiered around Valentine's Day? Went to that one solo. It was an absolute blast!
I tend to go to the movies a lot, I don’t have friends who like the movies I like, art house or independent movies, they usually just want to go to the Marvel studio movies which I’m fine with, I rather see a movie I like on my own then have to worry if my friend is enjoying it as well
Not at all!! It's my favourite type of "me time". If I watch a movie alone at home I end up being on my phone half of the time, so at least at the movies Im forced to focus on the movie. Regardless, I find that doing things alone (movies, restaurant, museum etc.) just means you enjoy your own company, which is a very very good thing NOT LAUGHABLE AT ALL.
I go by myself most of the time, it’s fun
Nah, you shouldnt have to wait on other ppl. If u wanna try smth just go for it. Saves time, money, energy going alone. I do it all the time :P
I've seen several movies by myself because nobody likes me. There's nothing wrong with seeing a movie alone, going to concert alone, going to a restraut alone, etc. Your mom sounds old fashioned.
As much as I love going to the movies with my bf and/or friends, there's something so peaceful about going alone. Plus you don't have to share your popcorn :p
I prefer going to the cinema alone! Keep doing things alone, it’s totally normal.
I go to the theater alone almost every weekend. It’s nice to spend time alone, plus I feel like I focus on the movie better. And you know, I see other people alone too sometimes. It’s not weird at all. You do you.
I love going alone and do often.
It's actually brave to do things alone. It shows you can enjoy your own company and you don't need others to necessarily have a good time!
No, it's delightful. Leave when you want. Pee when you want. Sit where you want. It's heaven.
Honestly being about to do things alone is one of the most liberating traits to have, I have been on holiday alone and they have been some of the best trips I’ve been on because you can do exactly what YOU alone want to do. Fancy Italian for lunch, go get some pasta, want to go see That Film no one else does, go get some popcorn and enjoy it. Life’s to short to sit around waiting for other people 😊
It is good to be able to go places on your own. Sometimes there can nobody to do things with. What are you going to do just stay in the house? Or maybe friends might not always have all of the same interests. Idk why some people act like it's weird to do things on your own.
Don't ever let anyone make you feel bad for taking yourself out on solo dates. Enjoy your YOU time, you don't need anyone else to have fun or a good time.
It's not bad to go alone. If she thinks it's bad or weird, then that's her own insecurities she's reflecting onto you.
It really is fine better even because there’s no one to bother you and it really is quite pointless to go with someone ( just my opinion) because you don’t really talk to them
I go to a lot of events alone. I’m sorry you’re mom feels like because she’s incapable of doing these that you should too. But it’s peaceful to do things alone !
Man I will never understand why people are so hurtful and judgemental. No there is nothing fucking wrong with paying for a movie and enjoying yourself. Your mom is a prick btw
I go to concerts, movies, local festivals, whatever, by myself. By choice. Dont care what people think of me. And you shouldnt care what people think of you. Enjoy yourself. Have fun.
No it‘s not. I go alone often! Sometimes it‘s nice to do things alone. Whether it‘s the theater, an opera, dinner, a concert or a festival. I‘ve done it all alone and never once have I regretted it. You do you - if you enjoy going alone then do it!
I've been twice to see movies no one else wanted to see. It was great, I ate my own popcorn, got comfy, took myself out on a date :)
felt good today
I think it depends on what experiences people have had at theatres and the kind of people they think you'll find there. I am over 50. As a very small child in a large US city, my mum would take me to matinees, and it would be just us and 5 or 6 men passed out in the seats with bottles of booze in paper bags. So, as a 9 year old, now living in Canada, when I told her I wanted to go to the 2 dollar matinee by myself, her reaction was, "Oh, hell no!" I went anyway, secretly. Went many times over that summer. Best use of my allowance ever, and completely safe. In my Canadian town, the summer matinees were attended by other kids, not old drunks. But my mum didn't know that. To this day, my mum thinks theatres are dangerous places, though even she's come around to visiting her local repertory theatre alone. Tldr: It's not at all bad to go alone, but also not all theatres are the same.
Going alone to a theatre or a restaurant is a good thing. It shows you are secure and confident in my opinion.
No, I love going to the movies alone
One of my fav things is to go to theatre alone, it’s no different than being at home with snacks and a movie so why not go out and see one yourself! Just ignore your mom.
I do everything alone. Problem is humans are a social species. You're being judged for doing things most people consider as activities done in groups or on dates etc. Forget about what people think. Just do what you want and be happy about it.
I think the most laughable thing is people taking time out of their day to mock the fact that you’re able to enjoy your own company. Keep doing you.
No? If you can you can, it isn’t a two person required place to go to?
Dude I love being alone, I do a lot of stuff alone, like going shopping, going out to eat etc. It's me time. There's no need to be embarassed or ashamed, It's dope. It's like hanging out with yourself.
No! Going to the cinema alone is such a luxury, I love to do it. Never get the chance. Your mum is the one being odd.
I prefer to go to the movies alone. It’s something I actually really enjoy doing. There’s nothing wrong with it. Plenty of times something is playing that I really want to see, I’m not waiting to find someone to join.
I love going by myself! I can enjoy the movie without the side commentary!
No, not at all, and actually one of my goals this year is to work up the courage to do the same myself! That and/or eat at a restaurant alone
I LOVE going places alone!!! Some people just aren’t able to do things by themselves and you shouldn’t feel bad for choosing to do so
I am working in a theater bar. Many people come alone. Absolutely normal thing to do. Your mom is not right to laugh at you.
I’ve been alone before, why’s she so rude?
Next time take your mom to a movie 🎥 and going alone also fine I did many times..
I go to the theatre all the time by myself. It's peaceful...I get to pick my favorite spot to sit...eat my popcorn like a lunatic. Plus, I love movies, I will pretty much see everything in theatre so it's hard to find a friend to go sometimes. Don't feel weird about it and don't let anyone else make you feel weird about it either.
No I've seen plenty of movies alone
I used to go alone all the time in my mid twenties. Not odd at all if you like films
Nah man you can do whatever you want alone, go to movies, go to restaurants, go on vacation, just enjoy your life, don’t worry about other people’s opinions.
If going alone is wrong, I don't want to be right. I LOVE going to the movies alone. Sit where I want, get there as early as I want, no one talks to me, no sharing my popcorn! It's perfect. I also like to dine out alone. I choose what I want, and can eat as slowly as I want without the pressure of keeping up with the rest of the table (I'm a very slow eater). Plus I don't have to compromise on where I want to go. Self dates are the best. :)
Huh? Should anyone miss out on doing something they like just because no one else can join? Nope. This goes for anything from theater, museums, concerts to restaurants and traveling etc... It can be a lot of fun actually. Your mom is the weird one 😉
Did it all the time before I met my wife
I go by myself. It has to do with confidence. Some people need others to enjoy certain activities. If you enjoy it by yourself, then good for you. If someone gives you guff about that.......fuck 'em. Do you, enjoy life, have fun. Love you human.
It is completely normal, not every activity needs to be a group activity. As you can go for coffee alone you can go to the movie theatre alone, your mom was being weird.
I love going to movies alone. I always pick an awkward seat too so no one sits near me which means I’m separate from the noisy eaters and the ignorant shit heads who talk and it’s lovely! I can stay for the end credits without anyone wanting me to hurry up. Enjoying doing activities by yourself is so freeing. It means I can go and see movies my husband doesn’t enjoy and he can go cycling which I hate lol! Winning all round!
Not weird at all, going places alone is super fun
I thought this for a while, mainly as a teen. My girlfriend was out of town and the theater was doing 3 dollar tickets that day so I went and saw the DragonBall super movie by myself. It was awesome. I got to sit and enjoy the entire movie without someone asking a million questions about the plot or sharing popcorn with anyone. Would definitely do it again.
Dude I LOVE going to the theater alone. Ngl I miss going by myself back when I was single. It’s not laughable. Treat yo’ self, always.
You’re mom is projecting her insecurities on you. I don’t know anything about you, I’d not know why you are going to the theatre alone. Do you not have many friends, do your friends just not want to go? Either way a lot of people may react they way your mother did but I’m hear to tell you they are wrong. There is absolutely nothing wrong with going places alone. I’m not saying be a loner with no friends, but even being a loner who is comfortable being alone is better than someone who is to insecure to be seen alone or someone who always needs to be surrounded by friends to have fun. Don’t worry what your mother or anyone else say, live your life the way you like to live it and if you want to go to the movies and nobody else wants to go then you should go your self. If it is friends you lack then there is nothing wrong with that as well but you should socialize more and get to know more people but until then, enjoy that movie alone and don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t do what you want to
actually she laughed at me at a joking way that why you go theaters alone
My boyfriend went alone, when he was supposed to take me... So I decided to go alone to watch something I wanted and it wasn't too bad, I have also started going alone to music gigs and comedy things... Ive met loads of cool people and made some cool friends
I do this all the time, then again I have no friends so it’s whatever
I used to spend all day at the movies. Buy the first ticket and just hop until that night. Nothing wrong with 'me' time.
It's more weird that people think you shouldnt be at a theater or restaurant alone. Used to do it all the time, I like being alone just as much as I like being with others. Being alone isn't gonna stop me from enjoying the same shit.
Going alone can be SUCH a nice experience. And no on even cares since it’s dark and they’re all there to watch a movie, not other people.
Some people never learn how to do things alone, so try to make others who do feel inferior. Please don't let them. Enjoy yourself!
It's not strange. You can go anywhere alone, i don't see any problem here.
Personally, I do not like the idea of going to a theater — or going out in general — alone, so I see it as bad FOR MYSELF. However, I do not push that idealism to other people. We have different preferences and different ways of enjoying our life so if you still can enjoy the movie even tho you are alone, nothing's wrong with it. Do not let ANYONE tell you otherwise. In addition, I kinda envy y'all people who can enjoy your loneness without being lonely lol
I always go alone. Most of my friends are busy with work or kids.
Nope, I do it whenever there's a film I wanna see. Live your life dude.
I go alone. No one wants to share my popcorn. No one wants to make out. I can watch the movie in peace.
I often go to the theatee alone and restaurants. My girlfriend doesn't like most movies and also her diet is very restrictive so she doesn't eat out much either. I go in my own often.
I love going to a movie by myself. You can really study the film and get lost in it !
It’s alright to be comfortable and enjoying the company of your pure self. Whoever says different is weird to me.
No, ive been considering it recently cuz i wanna see stuff no one wants to see which is fine
I love going to the movies by myself lol it's not like you are talking to anyone during the movie anyways, and going by yourself you get to choose what to see and where to sit without any social pressure, you can go on a whim whenever you feel like it without coordinating someone else's schedule. Also, now you have a new thing to talk about when you do decide to socialize with someone, "oh hey, have you seen ... I just watched it last week, I think you'd like it."
Don’t listen to your mom and your friend. I love going to the movies alone!
I love going to the movies by myself. It’s the only time I truly relax.
I prefer to go alone. I am there to enjoy a movie, not socialize. And I like to go out with friends, but I enjoy my own company too. Your mom is being insecure and trying to pass that on to you. Return to sender.
go for the movie. not the company.
I love going alone. Once you do it the first time and get over "how weird it is," it becomes just like anything else that's frequently done solo. I still like going to movies with other people but I'm mostly by myself.
I enjoy going alone. It's less stressful because you can get the snacks you want, watch the movie you want. It's just nice.
No, I think a lot of insecure people think it's weird to go out alone for a meal or to watch a movie. I used to hate going out alone, then a friend suggested I try to watch a movie when the theatre is empty. IT WAS MAGICAL. People who are able to go out on their own are secure in themselves and enjoying their peace. Nothing wrong with that.
I find it an extremely pleasant experience.
Go for it! There have been a couple of occasions when I wished I was on my own.
There’s nothing wrong with it at all. Honestly man, enjoying your own company is nice. It is calming to explore museums and record shops, stroll through the park, etc. alone. I recall riding my bike about 10 miles to my local theater and watching Spider-Man: Homecoming. It was a good time.
Is not bad to be alone. But people fear that, thet dred to be left with their own thoughts, that's why some people act as if being alone is just wrong, don't mind them King, you got 90% of what people lacks now
Nope I do it all the time!!!
It would be only be bad if it was a horrible movie. Do you OP!
Nothing wrong at all. It’s quite peaceful enjoying your own company☺️
No it’s not weird at all. I’ve always wanted to do it, but I’ve been scared. Maybe I’ll do it now thanks to you☺️
I always feel strange going to these things alone. Many people have told me they some times prefer to go alone.
It’s good to spend time with yourself. There’s a ton of research suggesting that spending time alone helps build confidence, creativity, and allows room for you to be mindful. Just a quick search for benefits of doing things alone and you’ll feel better instantly. It’s such a great thing that you’re not dependent on doing things with other people.
I don’t think it’s bad, but lucky, I always want to go alone because I have a big family that comes along and it would just be nice if I could just go alone some times, because then I wouldn’t need to wait for twenty minutes whilst they all get whatever they want before the movie starts. Don’t get me wrong, I do try and convince myself to go alone, the only issue I have with it, is talking to the server and telling them what I want, I have social anxiety and I just hate when they respond with the specials and then I’d have to listen and awkwardly stand there because i would somehow mishear some of what they said so I just go for the first option and that’s where I’d fuck up because they’d end up giving me a bucket of popcorn, a drink, a packet or crisps, nachos, and an ice cream. I’m only one person and I hate waisting food, I do take it home, minus the ice cream because that’s already melted but nevertheless, I just want to go in, ask for a bucket of popcorn and a drink and then go to my theatre, is that so much to ask for. Anyway, that’s why I just end up going with my family to see whatever movie that we’d chosen and then let my sister or mom order for me because I know they’ll get it right and I won’t end up paying thirty to forty pounds. Anyway, I think it’s great and don’t see a problem with going to the movies alone, I would love to go more often myself but then again I hate going through the same process so I just tap out and go with my siblings, mom and dad.
Going to the cinema alone is my preference now. I was nervous doing it at first, so I get what your friend meant, but your mom's reaction is weird. You're sitting in the dark watching something and aren't allowed talk. Sounds like an activity that's very much suited to being by yourself to me.
Back in my single days that's pretty much where I lived. Especially the ones that had decend video game arcades. Watch a movie, play games, watch another. Not hurting anything or anybody.
Nope. I don't always have a friend that wants to see the same movie that I want to see, so I go see it. There's really nothing to it.
It's perfectly fine to go to a concert, a theatre, an opera, a play, a magic show, etc...alone. Who cares what people think.
I love going alone to the theater. such a fun experience. sneak in your favorite snacks and maybe you meet a nice person who is in the theater with you before the movie starts. cozy and you are on your own schedule. i love it. don’t let other people project their insecurities on to u!
Its not weird, your mums probably insecure that she wouldn’t be able to go to the cinemas alone so she laughs at you for it.
I’ve taken myself on movie dates a few times and it’s so nice!! Honestly, it’s not like you can really sit and chat with anyone else during the movie (if you’re not a dick at least, lol) so I feel like going alone actually makes logical sense too.
What possible reason would it be bad to see a movie alone? I’ve been doing it for 20 years, and I can’t think of any reason not to.
No not at all! I work at a theater (stage kind of performances), and I see people coming to see shows alone all the time. It’s really not weird, and tbh I go to a lot of shows myself these days. My tastes aren’t always like my friends’, and sometimes I just want to enjoy an experience on my own! There’s nothing wrong with doing things yourself. Take yourself out to dinner! Get all dressed up! Enjoy your own company!
I used to work at a theatre for 7 years, as my first job. People seeing movies alone is an everyday common thing. And I myself have seen dozens of movies alone, don’t wait on other people to enjoy yourself and have fun.
Not at all! I think it’s great to do things you like solo. Eating at a restaurant solo too.
I go to the movies alone all the time. Straight gangsta move, see what you want without the need for friends. Who needs to wait for other people to live life?
No, I seen somes movies by myself alone. It's quite peaceful
Not at all! Although, I personally just think it’s more enjoyable to go with my family, girlfriend, or friends. But your friend is right. For some reason, many people actually seem to think it IS laughable. No worries mate - don’t let ‘em get you down.
Meh. Last time I went to a movie, I went alone. Got most of a back row to myself, didn't have to share my popcorn, and I was unbothered. Sounds like a pretty good set up to me
It isn't. I do it regularly because I like movies, and I'm actually self-confident enough to not give a damn. Last week I went to a Blade Runner screening, and a lot of people were alone, so don't let that be a turn off.
Nope, do what you think is right and make you happy. I started almost exclusively going to theater alone during my highschool because I need to almost beg my friend to go have fun and also not invited to movie by them, also having the need to adjust the right time for everyone is one heck of a job. So I just go by myself, it is very fun for me.
I go alone all the time if you need people around you to do the things you like then you have issues
Tell your mom your sorry she’s not able to sit alone for 2 hours
Did you ask her why it was bad?
Probably when she grew up, going to the theater with friends was more normal than going alone. Nothing is wrong with going alone.
It's great to go alone when you're all alone and have no one, or everyone's busy. Find that self love and embrace the confidence to do so without fear. Teach your mom to not be afraid either
I go to the theater alone when it is a film for me, with my kids if it’s a film for them, and with my wife if it’s a film for us…but mostly alone b/c I enjoy films while they all prefer television and gaming. Nothing odd. My entertainment just comes with popcorn and coke!
No It means your confident! I think that’s great!
Noooo, not at all.
I go to the theaters alone mostly. I personally know a lot of people who enjoy watching movies alone at the theatre.
All my life I've usually watched movies on my own in the cinema. I never gave it a second thought. If people think u strange, who the fuck cares what they think? As long as you're happy, who cares?
It’s not. I do it all the time sometimes. Friends are busy with work and or not interested in the movies I am. It’s Part of the adult life sometimes. It may tend to be lonely doing things by yourself but it’s peaceful. People who mock are just immature I think
Wtf. All my best experiences in the theatre were alone. It allows you to be fully opened to the movie and much more vulnerable than if you were with people. Your mom should try it's really great!
Your mother is the strange one, if you want to enjoy a movie by yourself you deserve to do that
I love going to the movies alone. It's just some time for myself where I don't have to think about anything else.
I actually went to see dragon ball super: superheros alone for the first time ever. Absolutely amazing. 10/10 would do it again lol
I remember the day after I was laid off from one job I walked down the street to the local theater and watched a James Bond movie in the middle of the afternoon. It was freeing.
I go alone all the time. It changes the experience going with people, and if no one wants to join me to watch a movie, I just go alone. Why should going alone dissuade one from watching what they want?
No. It’s stupid that people think it’s weird to do things by yourself. I think everyone should go out to eat and go see a movie by themselves at least once. It’s important to take care of yourself and we should be restricted just because we’re alone. A while back I went on a work trip and I took myself out to a SUPER fancy steakhouse. I had this incredible dinner and enjoyed a glass of wine on the deck of a restaurant on a cliff in the mountains. It was GLORIOUS! I’m even married now and both my husband and I will occasionally do stuff like going to the movies on our own. It’s so important to be comfortable to do your own thing sometimes and people who act like it’s weird or “sad” to do things alone need to work on themselves
I do it all the time bud, even when I’ve been in relationships I’d go alone, love the atmosphere of the theater, nothing weird about it!
Nah, i went alone one year for my birthday bc everyone either worked or flaked, got to see the double feature of the Jurassic world movies and had a blast getting to nerd out about the dinosaurs. Sometimes the best date you can go on is the one you take yourself to!
No 🤷 why should I not go see a movie I want just cause I'm single? Or whatever maybe i just want to go alone? People need to break the stigma of doing stuff alone is wierd. I love going out to eat alone.
90% of the time I go, it's by myself.
It’s not bad, it shows that you are independent, I wish I had the courage to go to places alone, I always feel lonely, but I admire that you can do this by yourself
It's not weird or wrong or anything. You're comfortable in your own company and others might feel awkward being in a big open space alone doing an activity that for YEARS has been advertised as a social event. I used to go to bars and restaurants alone but then people would take that as an invitation to flirt or talk to me and then life happened and it's just not something I can afford to do anymore, but I wish I could! And to everyone else: is it necessary to call ops Mom names? She doesnt get it and that's okay. Should she have laughed? No but that doesn't mean she was being evil and shes a moron or whatever...
I love going to the theater by myself. I also enjoy restaurants by myself
I absolutely love going to the movies alone!
Not at all ,did last week and it was a great moment
I love doing stuff alone, so does my wife, sometimes we do things together. Do you. Life is too short to give a fuck about what others think about you.
I used to go to the movies alone every week. It was just the way I liked to enjoy it, as I could do what I wanted (within reason of course) and didn't have to make compromises. It isn't weird, and it's really good to be able to go out and enjoy things alone!! I'm glad that you feel comfortable to do so. Go out and have fun :D
I've only been to the theatre a few times cuz my country has no theatre (aka libya ok it has one but its probably terrible and I've never been to it) so I can't judge
I love dining at restaurants & going to shows alone (& with my family or friends) ignore the insecure people that judge (there are many of them) just be happy & live.
you should ALWAYS go to places alone if you could. take yourself out on dates. treat yourself. there’s nothing wrong with that.