Why do we seek company?Are there any advantages of living alone?

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Why do we seek company?Are there any advantages of living alone?

Answer 1

It's a fairly recent thing to think that we all need to be a part of something.



Sadly as a spiecies we've all become overly exposed to constant whining and noise - being single is the closest you'll get to being sane.

Answer 2

No man is an island. It is natural for people to seek companionship. When we say we seek "company", people always think of intimate relationships. Wrong! Everyone is different. Some may seek the company of a lover. Some seek the company of friends. And of course, some seek the company of family.



In life, nothing is really black or white. We see advantages and disadvantages in everything that we do. Living alone is no difference. We all know the disadvantages... No one to run to after a terrible nightmare. No one will be there to brew the coffee. And there will be no one to share the bills with. But there are those that is fit to the lifestyle of living alone. People who enjoy isolation are the best candidates. If you are the type that enjoys peace and serenity over a book and a cup of hot cocoa by the windowpane... Then congrats! You spend time for yourself and still able to go out. But if you are always hungry for socializing and the sound of silence irritates you... Go find a roommate or hit e-harmony to start some spark.



And the advantages for living alone:

5. There are no other mess but yours.

4. No one will eat the last piece of cake yo were saving for midnight snack.

3. You get more room in your closet.

2. You can be out and stay up as long as you want to.

1. No one will nag on you for coming home late.

Answer 3

I have been alone, since my husband died, in 2000.

I was very lonely until some one told me what to do.

She is my friend and a doctor. She said, " Why are you so down and so sad"? " I am also single and I plan each day carefully, so I will not end up depressed"."I wake up each day throw open the window and take a deep breath and I am glad to be alive". "I go to my work and have a good day there".

"I am a member of the library and I volunteer at 2 community services 2 days a week", I help the disabled in my city and I take a Senior Citizen out to dinner, one night a week".

"I go to the movies once a week, because I can and it is better than staying at home, thinking about how lonesome I am". I make it a point to eat out ,at least once a week at a fine restaurant, because I can".

"What I am saying is: I make myself busy and I make myself happy".

And, do you know what? Other people see me as a HAPPY person and want to be around me and be HAPPY too.

Now, sometimes I go out with a group or just a friend. I have ALL new friends, that I did not share with my wife.

Hey! Be real.

My life has changed. I just don't remember when? I am sure one day I will find my significant other, again. At least, now I have a chance to meet someone, because I AM going out, I AM being seen, and I AM meeting new people.

Answer 4

There are advantages and disadvantages to most things man!!!



Possible advantages are ..the tv all to yourself,

You can walk around naked if u like,

You dont have to make smalltalk when you're tired.

You choose how to decorate the place.

You dont have to tidy after other people

You dont have to put up with parties when you're tired.

You are your own boss.



But disadvantages can include..



Lonliness, dearer to live, no-one around if you're sick etc,



Mostly happiness is achieved by middle ground.Extremes in general aren't great ideas.



People always want what they haven't got.



A quote from Gertrude Stein:



"When They Are Alone They Want To Be With Others,

And When They Are With Others They Want To Be Alone,

After All, Human Beings Are Like That ".



Good luck!

Answer 5

While living alone can teach us independence, it is human nature to want and thrive from the company of others!! If you're a Christian, just refer to the fact that God created Woman to keep many company! We are not meant to be alone! Living with someone else teaches you social skills, how to share, how to compromise, and there's much to be learned from other people..not to mention that we can all use a little help every once in a while!

Answer 6

Speaking from experience, Before I was married I felt the need to Impress girls at all opportunities. now that I am married I simply have fun and even get my own back for all the sarcastic comments men get when they are single.

when your alone you have only yourself to care for , but when you have a wife and dependants then life could be stressful if you don't have the ability to provide.

So the way I see it is, if you can support a family and a life of fun then you should be happy in any situation.

Answer 7

Dogs sniff each others bottoms, dolphins play together, we all have a built in urge to socialise with other people. Its not only humans who interact with each other. I can't see many advantages to living alone, although since my wife left the marital home it has been kind of peaceful!!

Answer 8

Men fare less well than women living alone. It can be damaging psychologically for either.



Basically, living alone is an insidious disorder whereas living with a partner is a terrorist attack every other day!

Answer 9

I enjoy living on my own (no partner) but I live with my family.

The only disadvantage for those who live in their own is when they get sick.

Anyway, I think you'd better off than in a bad company.

Answer 10

Because most people need to socialize to function normally in life (and some people can't "live," so to speak, without friends), just as they need food and water to function (and to survive) normally in life: To most, friends and familiy are basic human needs, just like eating and drinking are basic human needs. There are some recluses out there who don't need any friends, but they're the odd ones out.

Answer 11

We are gregarious by nature, But you can still live alone fulfillingly

Answer 12

Man is a herd type animal. I have been alone since my wife passed away 18 months ago and I hate it.

Answer 13

I enjoy time alone. it helps me to relax.