<p>Hi. I'm pretty much alone 24/7 unless I'm in class and it kinda sucks to say the very least. Now it's spring break and everyone is gone so I figure why not, but even if everyone were here would it be weird? Even if it's just to stay out of my apartment all week. It's not so much that I care about image at this point- I'm like a junior now and there's still nothing but awkwardness- but I don't wanna be "that weird chick that wanders around by herself all day"cause this town is really small. I don't even know what I'd do. It sounds really incredibly stupid now that it's all written down but I'm just wondering...
Thanks 8]</p>
<p>It’s not weird at all. When I lived in Hawaii, I used to wander around Waikiki all the time, just people watching. You might even find something fun to do that you never noticed before:)</p>
<p>I do that frequently. I just prefer more alone time than people time, that’s all. Especially when clothes shopping, because I take aaaages to decide and I don’t want to be rushed or feel like I’m making people wait.</p>
<p>It wouldn’t be weird! Walking would be good for your fitness, enjoying the outdoors is good for you too.
Plus, if you’re feeling lonely, maybe you’ll bump into someone one day, have a conversation and make a new friend! :D</p>
<p>One of the best parts of my day, every day, is to put on my headphones and walk around town. Whether I’m going to class or to a restaurant or store, it’s something that never fails to put me in a great mood. I almost would rather walk by myself than with other people because I enjoy just me and the music and my thoughts, you know?</p>
<p>Not weird at all! I love going places by myself. I prefer it a lot of the time. </p>
<p>You’ll probably meet new people doing this and talk to a lot of people that you would not otherwise talk to. You might even make friends if it’s a small town and you’re seeing the same people regularly.</p>
<p>Don’t be afraid to go out and try new things. If it makes you feel weird or awkward, pretend like it isn’t (it’s just in your head anyway). Phony confidence is almost as good as the real thing and, eventually, it will turn into the real confidence. </p>
<p>Good luck!</p>
<p>Go shopping. You’re similar to me in a way. We think people are looking at us, but in reality, people are just going about their business. Hell, I went to the mall a few months ago for the first time on my own and I actually got alot accomplished and enjoyed myself.</p>
<p>And when classes resume, join a club. Not only will it be something interesting to you, but you will get out and meet people.</p>
<p>Nope, not weird at all. While I like hanging out with my friends, a lot of times I like being by myself and doing my own thing. Go treat yourself to something nice! Go to a spa to get a pedi/mani or a facial and go shopping/sight seeing and just have fun! Trust me, no one has the time of the day or care about why you’re by yourself.</p>
<p>Dude,
I wander round places on my own all the time haha. it’s cool to do what you want, visit where you want, and have a coffee on your own and watch the world go by. Take a book with you incase you want to sit and read (or pretend to sit and read if you’re too self-concious of looking weird!)</p>
<p>I’m a very social person, yet my favorite time is the time I can spend by myself. I usually just go out and walk or bike. It’s usually when I do that that I get my best thinking done. I also enjoy going to the park and just sitting there, appreciating nature and all things beautiful.</p>
<p>Going to coffee shops is also a lovely time. I usually bring my computer and write. It’s what I love to do, and it’s a lot of fun, even if no one but myself will ever read it. :)</p>
<p>Not at all! I do this all the time…</p>
<p>Thanks! This is very encouraging! I’m mostly nervous about going back to the reputation and questions I got in high school and pretty much just whenever I haven’t had a place to hide, but I guess it’s better than nothing so whatever. I can see how phony confidence might work 
Also, I just remembered, I kinda break into a cold sweat and get sort of shakey (similar to how it feels if I haven’t eaten in a while) when I get into one-on-one situations like in a checkout line or just in a grocery store or small store or a bus or library. Not too noticable to other people I think, but just uncomfortable. Can anyone relate or tell me how to prevent this maybe?</p>
<p>I wouldn’t worry about the skakey thing… It’s highly unlikely that anyone else will even notice. Do you have any idea why you get nervous or shakey like that?</p>
<p>Being nervous like you say when talking one-on-one sounds like anxiety for which your school’s health center can help you. It can only make things better.</p>