pandagirl Posted January 9, 2011 Posted January 9, 2011 I'm feeling pretty pathetic right now. My upstairs neighbor is throwing a party as I type. I can hear the music blaring and people talking. I was invited, and I was planning on going, but I am just not in the mood. The party is probably full of 30-something creative professionals, and probably plenty of men there to meet! I've must've tried to get dressed three times, before I realizing I really don't feel like being social right now and talk myself out of it. But I feel lame. I'm single. I complain about how to meet men not through the internet or at a bar, and here my neighbor is throwing a party right above me, and I'd rather be in my PJs watching Netflix.
Kamille Posted January 9, 2011 Posted January 9, 2011 Okay. Easy. Invigorate yourself by doing a small dose of exercise (one sun salutation, for example). Put your best pair of jeans on, a cute top and go for one drink. After that drink, you're free to do whatever you feel like doing, be it chilling at home in your pjs or having a second drink at the party.
Author pandagirl Posted January 9, 2011 Author Posted January 9, 2011 Haha, well to my credit, I did fly the red eye the other night, and I stayed out late last night, too. So, more than anything, I am TIRED and zombie-like.
USMCHokie Posted January 9, 2011 Posted January 9, 2011 I felt exactly the same way on New Years Eve just last week...I was upstairs in my room wasting away on LS while my brother was having his NYE party downstairs...I originally planned on spending the night alone in my room because I did not want to be social, but I decided to go downstairs anyway... I ended up having a great time. So bottom line: the first step is always the hardest...especially when you'd rather spend the night alone...but just doll yourself up a little and go with no expectations and no goal of trying to pick up a dude...you'll have a much better time...
sugarmomma Posted January 9, 2011 Posted January 9, 2011 There will be plenty more parties. Don't go if you're not in the mood. You'll only regret it later.
Kamille Posted January 9, 2011 Posted January 9, 2011 Haha, well to my credit, I did fly the red eye the other night, and I stayed out late last night, too. So, more than anything, I am TIRED and zombie-like. Well that's different. If you're tired you're tired. Go have one quick drink at the party to get rid of the "pathetic" feeling, than come home, take a hot bath and off to netflix land for you.
TheWatcher Posted January 9, 2011 Posted January 9, 2011 Haha, well to my credit, I did fly the red eye the other night, and I stayed out late last night, too. So, more than anything, I am TIRED and zombie-like. You're a woman....many many other opportunities to meet men will present themselves to you;with little or no effort on your part.So missing this party won't be that much of a lost opportunity. You might not feel particularly social at the moment but maybe by being around other people...you could feed off of their energy & end up enjoying yourself ? Just a thought...
Surrealist Posted January 9, 2011 Posted January 9, 2011 What? You should of put to good use some pre-party social turps, namely ALCOHOL! The benefits of alcohol consumption are wide and varied. By consuming generous amounts of alcohol, you can reduce personal inhibitions and shyness to a point where social interaction becomes tolerable in an otherwise uncomfortable and awkward atmosphere. Maybe too late now, but for future reference, remember 'ALCOHOL - it will save your ass from a lonely night'.
BobSacamento Posted January 9, 2011 Posted January 9, 2011 Men don't ask for much...the only thing will will ask is that you show up. If we could we would drop out of the sky in your apartments but unfortunately there are laws against that.
Els Posted January 9, 2011 Posted January 9, 2011 If you're tired, why force yourself? Everyone's entitled to some R&R. There will be plenty of other social gatherings when you're feeling up to it. I don't see the point of stressing yourself merely in the name of 'being social'.
Author pandagirl Posted January 9, 2011 Author Posted January 9, 2011 (edited) OK! I went! You guys motivated me. I met some nice people and perhaps some new friends. Weren't that many single guys there, but a guy wants to set me up with his friend. All in all, a good time was had. Sometimes you do just have to force yourself to do things. Edited January 9, 2011 by pandagirl
northern_sky Posted January 9, 2011 Posted January 9, 2011 OK! I went! You guys motivated me. I met some nice people and perhaps some new friends. Weren't that many single guys there, but a guy wants to set me up with his friend. All in all, a good time was had. Sometimes you do just have to force yourself to do things. !!! !!!!
Author pandagirl Posted January 9, 2011 Author Posted January 9, 2011 Seriously, without you guys encouraging me, I wouldn't have went. I've been wanting to expand my social circle, and I made a good step in that direction tonight. People like me, they really like me! haha. Thanks, LS!
northern_sky Posted January 9, 2011 Posted January 9, 2011 Seriously, without you guys encouraging me, I wouldn't have went. I've been wanting to expand my social circle, and I made a good step in that direction tonight. People like me, they really like me! haha. Thanks, LS! Aw, that's great!! You're making me want to be in NY right now.
Author pandagirl Posted January 9, 2011 Author Posted January 9, 2011 Aw, that's great!! You're making me want to be in NY right now. You'll be here soon enough. But I've been contemplating leaving! I'm so back-and-forth with this crazy town.
catgotyourtongue Posted January 9, 2011 Posted January 9, 2011 I'm feeling pretty pathetic right now. My upstairs neighbor is throwing a party as I type. I can hear the music blaring and people talking. I was invited, and I was planning on going, but I am just not in the mood. The party is probably full of 30-something creative professionals, and probably plenty of men there to meet! I've must've tried to get dressed three times, before I realizing I really don't feel like being social right now and talk myself out of it. But I feel lame. I'm single. I complain about how to meet men not through the internet or at a bar, and here my neighbor is throwing a party right above me, and I'd rather be in my PJs watching Netflix. Aww sweetie, no need to feel pathetic. It means you are not desperate, and that means you are not pathetic. Silly girl, lol. Just because there is a chance to meet new people, does not mean you have to be in the mood. It's okay to take a breather, and just simply not be the mood to go out, no crime in that. Don't be so hard on yourself, you simply just chose not to go out, that's all.. ((HUGS))
catgotyourtongue Posted January 9, 2011 Posted January 9, 2011 Oh my, should have read the responses first, I see that you did go out.... I am so glad you had a good time, cool...nothing ventured nothing gained... Have a good day PG!
Recommended Posts