We all go through periods of time when we have limited or no social activity. This could be due to things such as working overtime or combining a full time job with other activities such as returning to school. I myself have been having limited social activity due to the fact that I completed college at the end of last year and no longer see my friends from school as I have returned home. Whatever reason you are experiencing limited social activity it is important to view it as a both a temporary, and a positive, experience. Having a lot of alone time is a good opportunity for self-improvement and to get back in touch with yourself, your interests and your hobbies. Some activities you might enjoy can only really be enjoyed alone. I will give you some activities from my own experience. I read a lot of books that had been collecting untouched on my bookshelf and went to a library for reasons other than school for the first time since I was a kid. I got Netflix Instant Viewing and caught up on a lot of movies and TV shows (I never watch TV) I had missed. I explored the internet and found websites and forums that were relevant to my interests, and I caught up with people I had not seen in a while. Next, you should know that this is definitely the best part of your life for self-improvement which is something that everyone needs and should continuously develop. I just graduated with a four year degree but now I am already looking at the requirements for business graduate school and trying to decide what master’s degree would make me more marketable. If you did not complete college now is a great time to go back, especially if you are one of the many who have found themselves suffering under the lagging economy. The internet is an amazing tool for researching degrees that interest you and can make you more interesting to employers in the job market. I know that studying and doing schoolwork was often best done as a solitary activity so now could be a perfect time for you to go back to school and It would probably put your social life back on track as well. Finally, now is a perfect time to get in shape. I myself was always kind of heavy in high school but after devoting time to putting my gym membership to use I looked awesome! Of course, I eventually let that slip when I transferred to a difficult university but now that I have graduated I am getting back on the fitness level. The gym is also a great place for social activity as there is always plenty of people like you trying to get back in shape.
In conclusion, use this time to improve yourself and your life, enjoy activities that can only be enjoyed alone and reflect on where your life is going. Remember that aloneness happens to everyone and is only temporary.
“Alone! Whether you like it or not alone is something you’ll be quite a lot”
Dr. Seuss
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