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In reply to the discussion: Anyone here enjoy being " a loner"???? [View all]dixiegrrrrl
(60,012 posts)13. Does DU help with the lonely at all?
Serious question.
For me it is a question of balance. I need about 80% of being to myself and 20% of interacting with
others, including my pets. ( are you allowed a pet??)
Perhaps there is some short duration but structured activity you can do around other people which can balance the mostly alone time?
do they need volunteers for any thing where you live? Maybe sit with someone and read to them or just be with them?
When I lived totally alone, I always volunteered at the major holidays at the local food bank or "soup kitchen" place, to serve, which made the holiday extra special for me.
Anything like that appeal to you?
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Mr. D has a friend who is married and lives in another state than his wife does!
dixiegrrrrl
Jan 2012
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