Confessions of a Social Climber

Friday night, everyone’s out partying, drinking, having the time of their lives … and where are you? At home, feeling like you’ve outgrown all of these juvenile partying. Obviously, there’s nothing wrong with having a little fun, but now that you’re alone at home, by yourself, while every single one of your friends is out there, what do you do? I mean, watching a movie alone or eating in a restaurant facing an empty chair is depressing enough, why make your very own home as depressing? Though you must admit, even if you have tons of friends, a boyfriend and family, the only way to become a truly multilayered person is by doing things on your own.

Here are a couple of suggestions for those “stay-at-home” situations:

Zen time – You could do your work-outs / meditation / yoga / dance with matching instructional DVD without the hassle of people watching your butt while you do ‘em! Yes, you may now do Hip Hop Abs without awkward looks!

Blog time – Go on over to wordpress.com and start up a blog! Write down things you find profound, write about your great friends, or your beau. It’s also a great outlet for stress and creativity.

Vacation time – Plan a surprise trip for your boy, friends and family online! Just imagine their surprise after partying that, by the next week-end, you’d be off to some paradise for quality time.

Pampering time – Time to take that extra long bath tub fun. Add a couple of candles and aromas to the mix, and you’ve got a party! Throw in that nice hair treatment, or even just your plain old conditioner! There’s no rush!

Cheesy time – Time to rent that movie you’ve secretly been dying to see! The one you were too ashamed to admit that you wanted to watch with your beau in the theaters. Plus, you could laugh your brains out, and no one would mind!

Cleaning time – Cleaning up the house is a spiritual experience. If a home truly is the extension of your being, then keeping it clean by scrubbing, vacuuming, mopping and sweeping would certainly project the person living there!

Rest time – Catching up with overdue rest and relaxation from the week’s hustle and bustle never did hurt anyone, plus, it’s bound to make you the only one feeling refreshed after the weekend.

Catch-Up time – Work work work. No one will expect it, plus, it’ll give you a lead on the week ahead. You may also catch up with your studies, or research, or your reading. There’s just no better way of doing better at your job than actually doing it!

Time spent on your own is usually the best time to focus on your own, personal growth, though it doesn’t mean that you aren’t concerned with the people in your life. I mean, solo time is also a time to look back and reflect reflect on the blessings that are the people in your life. Just make sure you have a fun solo night!

How about you? What do you do on your “alone time” (whether you’re a man or a lady), do share!