Being alone is a power that very few can handle.

People are used to pairs. Pairs of socks, gloves, eyes, ears. And if not pairs than groups. We are just used to seeing people in pairs holding hands, or two friends sitting over a cup of tea, a group of friends having a picnic or going to a bar, so they can join the paired-up community.

What We Are Used To

People tend to feel out of place and weird when sitting alone in a restaurant or café, going to some event, cinema or just hanging out in the park, but that's totally unnecessary! Yes, you may recieve some weird looks from various people, but that's just because they can't fully grasp the concept, that you can enjoy the time you spend alone, because they have never tried it.

Preconceptions

When you recieve some of these looks don't worry, it usually isn't even about you... Those strangers go through tough times just like you do, so maybe they just needed to let go of some steam by throwing you a disgusted look.Just enjoy your time, have fun and do the things you always wanted to do.

Don't Let Them Judge You

Being alone teaches you many useful things. You have to take care of yourself and your surroundings, but you should also treat yourself.It doesn't matter if you will use something materialistic or spiritual, the goal is to pick up your mood and do something nice for yourself. You can take it as a reward for all your acomplishments.

Treat Yourself

Alone time is when I distance myself from the voices of the world so I can hear my own.

Living as a single responsible person with few to none friends, you can focus on improving your existing skills or on learning new ones.You can start going to pilates or fitness centre, improve your second language, learn to crochet, do pottery or write interesting articles, maybe even a book!The time you spend focusing on your life is simply the best gift you could ever recieve.

Focus On Your Growth

Sometimes, you need to be alone. Not to be lonely, but to enjoy your free time being yourself.

If you do ever feel lonely and not just alone, don't tell yourself that it will cross. It won't. So you better meet up with your friend for coffee or make new friends in the pottery studio you joined!Another great option is going to therapy. Even if you feel good, even if nothing bad happened to you. Just go there and talk. You will see how you feel afterwards.

Don't Overdo It

Sometimes you just need to live in your separate world.

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Buy less, choose well, make it last.

Throw every single piece of clothing you own on your bed and fold them one by one back into your closet. While folding every garment, think about...<ul><li>when was the last time you wore it, </li><li>if it still fits you, </li><li>if it brings you joy, </li><li>if you feel comfortable wearing it </li><li>and if you have at least three different outfit combinations with it in mind.</li></ul>If your answer to most of these questions is no, it is clear that this is not the garment for you and you have to let it go.

Reorganize Your Closet

It's really important that you don't throw out all of your old clothes. The pieces that still look good can still serve somebody else. The best choice is to donate your clothes or sell it. Either way is saving the enviroment, because your clothes won't end up on a landfill.

Donate Your Old Clothes

Thrift stores, or second hand stores are becoming more popular these days, so if you're looking for a specific piece of clothing, or just want to get yourself something nice to wear, find your closest thrift store and spend your afternoon looking for the hidden gems.You can choose either a store with already selected pieces, that are usually from a famous brand, good quality material or just look good, or a "dig through it" store, where the selection is up to you.

Shop In Thrift Stores

Fashion can be incredibly wasteful and damaging to the environment, but it doesn’t have to be. We can all make a difference by choosing to support companies that are committed to sustainable practices.

If you're uncomfortable going through thrift stores, or you didn't find the piece you wanted, you can search for local designers, shops and brands in your area. There's nothing more rewarding than buying clothes that was made in fair conditions in your country, it has good quality so it will last and you supported some of your neighbors.However, prepare yourself... it will be more expensive than fast fashion, but it's worth it.

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