10 Things To Do By Yourself That Are Good For Your Well-Being

Have you been trying to come up with things to do by yourself? These days, spending time alone seems taboo, it feels frowned upon to do things by yourself. We feel like we need someone with us to do just about everything, but choosing to spend time alone can be very refreshing and can improve your overall well-being. Doing things by yourself is a great way to explore your interests and follow your desires without having to compromise with anyone. 

10 things to do on your own

Are you looking for things to do by yourself but don’t know where to get started? Here are a few ideas to inspire and motivate you!

1. Eat at a restaurant

We usually see eating as a social activity, but it doesn’t have to be.

Have a favorite food that no one else you know enjoys. Take yourself out and indulge! You deserve it, and you might find yourself enjoying eating a silent meal in your own company. If you have a sweet tooth you could pair getting a sweet treat with one of your workout classes mentioned below. 

2. See a movie

Feeling bored and knowing there’s a movie in theaters that you want to see?

If all your friends are busy you don’t have to wait. A movie is a great place to start doing things alone, especially if you don’t like when people talk to you during important scenes.

3. Take a walk

Taking a walk alone is a great way to get some fresh air and clear your head, you could even listen to your favorite tunes. You may walk to a nearby town, to a local park, to the store for fresh flowers, or to the farmer’s market to pick up groceries. There are also walking tours in many tourist friendly areas. 

4. Have a spa day

A spa day is like the ultimate solo self-care indulgence. Get a mineral face mask, go to a sauna, or just get a massage, you deserve it. You may find you feel like a new person by the end of the day.

5. Travel

Have you ever wanted to travel alone? A lot of people find it exciting. You get to do everything your way – meet new people, see new things, and never compromise! Many people travel to an amusement park or theme park, where they may offer a single rider line to ride many roller coasters quickly. You may travel to a place where you get a fresh perspective on life by taking a scenic bike ride or car ride. It’s also becoming more common to participate in solo international travel, which can inspire you to challenge yourself and learn a new language as you check places off your bucket list.

6. Go shopping

Shopping therapy is fun, but sometimes it can be difficult to shop at our own pace when there are other people around. Why not browse and get some quality retail therapy on your own instead? You can shop for a home improvement project that you need to knock off of your to do list. 

7. Volunteer your time

Volunteering is a great way to spend your free time. It allows you to help other people while helping you be grateful for what you have at the same time. You may even opt to volunteer with organizations where you’re challenged to learn new skills, such as construction or technology skills.

8. Be crafty

Want to have a chill day by yourself? Check out Pinterest or watch YouTube videos, and find some exciting DIY and craft projects to try, or do some baking! Getting your ‘hands dirty’ with these types of projects is almost meditative and can be a great way to relax after a long week. You can sign up for an online class and practice your skills while doing fun things like baking or crafting.

9. Exercise

Exercise can be a great activity to do alone, whether your favorite workout involves going to the gym, doing at-home yoga, joining a new workout class, a new dance class, or going out for a run. Although a workout class may have other people in it, you still are doing the work alone. You can also choose to complete an online class at home where you learn a new way to exercise.

10. Read

Reading is another great solo activity that can be done just about anywhere! You can read on the bus, in a park, in a coffee shop, or at home if you aren’t so comfortable doing things alone in public. You can plan a cozy day for yourself by opting to wake up early and put on comfortable clothes you feel good in, visit your favorite local coffee shop, and read a book you’ve been anticipating for a while. To really challenge yourself you may try to read in a new language or to learn a new skill through reading.