At some point in each person’s existence, it’s good to experience living alone. It doesn’t matter if it’s a small apartment, condo unit, house, or even just a rented room—there’s nothing quite like having your own place. Although the whole thing may seem frightening at first, it can also turn out to be one of the most enjoyable and fulfilling times in your life, even if you experience it just once.
While you may be contemplating the idea of living alone for practical reasons, it’s not a bad idea to also consider the additional perks. Because there are so many possibilities, you can make solo living a fun and carefree time for yourself. Also, by finally having the time and space of your own, you get to assert control over the way you live—and thus, make your life completely your own.
If that’s not enough reason to want to live alone at least once in your life, then here are a few specifics that might just convince you:
1. You can do whatever you want.
As the boss of your own place, you get to make the house rules—or decide if you even want to have rules at all. With your own place, you can stay up as late as you want, eat whatever you feel like eating, and spend your time how you like, whether that means binging on episodes of your favorite TV series, learning a new hobby, or sleeping in. You can wear whatever’s comfortable and do your chores on your own time.
2. You get to decide for yourself.
Living alone comes with a lot of responsibility, but that also means you’ll have actually have a hand in how things will go for you. Living alone will help you become more decisive about major issues in your life, like doing your budget, managing your health and wellbeing, and taking charge of your space. It may feel like things got real too suddenly, but with time and effort, you’ll be able to take the reins on your situation confidently.
3. You can entertain guests.
Having your own place means being able to invite your friends and family over any time you want. It’s not just about having a place to chill. You can go the extra mile and brush up on your entertaining, or even learn some new tricks, like how to cook up a fancy dinner for your guests. You won’t have to spend for expensive group dinners eating out, and you’ll get a chance to wow and do something special for your loved ones.
4. You get unlimited “me time.”
If you’re typically exhausted from school or work—and life, in general—you probably often find the need for some time to recharge, away from the pressures of it all. Living alone will give you all the time you need for this, and you can spend as long as you want just working on yourself and your self-care. You’ll discover value in things like cooking and dining for one, and going back to hobbies and passions you loved but probably never have time for anymore. You’ll get to know yourself better, being your own trusty companion.
5. You keep learning.
Living alone ultimately teaches you to become more independent. From small things, like doing your own laundry, to bigger problems like being able to pay your rent on fully on your own and on time, living by yourself is a celebration of your self-reliance and capability. Along the way, you also discover more and more about yourself, as well as new and useful skills to help you later on in life. Basically, living on your own, you get to prove to yourself that you can take whatever life brings you head first, but also giving yourself enough room to make mistakes. You learn the art of balance, which will guide you throughout the rest of your life.
6. You get to have your own space.
Perhaps the most obvious perk of living by yourself is that you’ll have your own physical space, which you can fit exactly to your tastes. From curtain fixtures to large appliances to color schemes, you’ll be able to decide how your space will look. You’ll be able to use your creativity to curate a place that’s reflective of who you are.
If you’re ready for all this, a place of your own awaits at The Paddington Place, nestled in the middle of Mandaluyong City. An ideal place for young families and professionals, the Paddington Place is a four tower development offering top amenities, including a lifestyle shopping center. Offering spaces ranging from studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom units, the Paddington Place is an elegant, spacious, and breathable choice for embarking on your solo living journey. For more information, visit their website here. INQUIRER.net BrandRoom/MF
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