Hi Aiko,

I’m not the world’s best socialite but I have on many occasions gone to movies, group meetings, concerts etc. on my own.  Conversations with others, women in particular, meet with comments such as “I wouldn’t be brave enough to do that”.  I’ve just taken the view that if I want to see the movie, concert or whatever, it’s what I have to do.  So I sit alone, smile on my face, drink on the table and attempt to look as if I’m enjoying myself.  I might feel slightly uncomfortable but it’s only going to last for about 15 minutes until the event begins.  Sometimes, I would ask to sit at a table that a couple might be occupying and usually a conversation begins.  Being open and friendly is the best way forward and perhaps a simple explanation as to why you have had to go to the event alone could lead to you being included in one of the groups.

A socialite doesn’t really care what people think of him and knows that he has every right to be out in the midst of a social event.  He wouldn’t be embarrassed, would enjoy being the center of attention, and wouldn’t be afraid to leave if he wanted to.

Peggy