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I’ve learned that when the atrium’s squeezing becomes irregular, blood doesn’t flow as smoothly through the heart and clots can form. Those clots can travel to the brain, disrupting the oxygen supply and causing a stroke. People with AFib are at approximately 5 times greater risk for stroke than those with regular heartbeats. Stroke is a leading cause of death and also of serious, long-term disability. It is essential to get to a hospital quickly if you suspect a stroke in yourself or others.Learn the acronym FAST to recognize the signs of stroke: 

F = Face. Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A = Arms. Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? 

S = Speech. Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the speech slurred or strange?

T= Time. If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.

Take this survey (link in bio) for the chance to win 1 of 5 $100 VISA gift cards—takes less than 10 minutes.

Thanks, @mediqcme, and Duke Heart. Supported by an educational grant from the Bristol Myers Squibb and Pfizer Alliance.
Another flower arranging therapy Reel, this time w Another flower arranging therapy Reel, this time with roses and a little Stevie Wonder. I could do this all day! 🌹 #traderjoes #flowers #roses #therapy #selfcare
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The Water Cooler, What's On the Menu? · August 25, 2010

Sometimes I Eat Lunch Alone (and I like it)


…so sue me!

When talking to my friend the other day, she asked what I doing and I told her I just had lunch at one of my favorite eateries in the city. She went on to ask me who I dined with and I told her no one. It was just me, my mini notebook, and Chloe, my Blackberry. She seemed appalled all of a sudden—you ate lunch alone?

Yes, I did.

There is something about eating lunch by my lonesome which actually becomes a cathartic experience. I love sitting at the table with my food and my work in a trance, not bothered with having to make conversation with someone.

I actually have been eating lunch by myself for years. I rather enjoy it. Before I started blogging and freelancing, I would eat lunch with a book. It was my way of getting away from the hustle and bustle of the office. Eating alone kept my sanity when it was a hectic time in the workplace.

Now, I like eating lunch by myself because I get major work done and I love to people watch. People watching gives me inspiration on my blog and on the articles I write for other venues.

Eating lunch alone is therapeutic. Do I care that people see me eating by myself? Do I care what it looks like? Absolutely not. My friend was stunned because I ate lunch alone because it gave the impression that I was “unpopular” but I will be 35 next week—I’ve given up caring about what others think about me years ago. Sounds like a self esteem issue if you ask me.

If you haven’t, I encourage you all to eat lunch by yourself. Bond with your thoughts, your dreams, you ambitions, over a good sandwich. Dining alone is a good thing. Lunch with self is pretty cool in my opinion.

Do you eat lunch by yourself?


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Comments

  1. Christen says

    August 25, 2010 at 9:08 am

    Yes and occasionally dinner as well. For me it’s not that big of a deal. Usually I’m at the table with my moleskine and a pen writing or just taking in the scenery. My friends make more of a big deal about it then I do. I usually just tell them I’m comfortable with being with me. If there is somewhere I want to go and no one to go with that’s still not stopping me.

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  2. Fabdogoode says

    August 25, 2010 at 9:17 am

    I see nothing wrong with eating lunch alone. I use to do all the time. During my lunch hour I just needed that ne time away from everyone and the work gossip. It was a great way for me to catch up on phone calls and personal business .

    Reply
  3. Allison says

    August 25, 2010 at 9:23 am

    I love eating alone! Naturally, I also love eating with friends, but alone time is great. I get enough of coworkers at the office – I need “me time” at lunch to destress. Why spend an hour talking about work when you’ve already been working for four hours and will head back for more? I’m just fine with eating alone at a table and reading a book, or taking the Nintendo DS under a shady tree and fighing some bad guys. In fact, I crave it. 🙂

    Reply
  4. Annie Haarmann says

    August 25, 2010 at 9:46 am

    I ate lunch alone for the first time the other day. In fact, I have been meaning to blog about it, but you beat me to it. What surprised me the most is that while I always thought it would make me pathetic to be by myself, once I looked around, I noticed that the majority of the folks in the restaurant were eating alone too.

    Reply
  5. Danielle says

    August 25, 2010 at 10:59 am

    A lot of my friends work on the weekends, so I’ve started getting Saturday brunch/lunch on my own. I used to always just grab fast food…. but that had to stop obviously. Now, I love going to little cafes with just myself and a magazine!

    Reply
  6. glamazini says

    August 25, 2010 at 1:31 pm

    I always eat lunch alone; just me, a book &/or Eva (my Evo)

    Reply
  7. Marty says

    August 26, 2010 at 12:22 pm

    Used to do it all the time in the corporate world and for similar reasons. Some people are energized by other people. I get worn out by them after a few hours so my recharge was isolation (LOL). Guess it was the loner in me coming out.

    Who knew I’d embrace networking all these years later (smile). Fits perfectly for me as a business owner. Let’s hear it for the “me time” crowd.

    (Your phone has a name? Just playing. Couldn’t help it 🙂

    Reply
  8. Nancy says

    August 26, 2010 at 11:05 pm

    I started a new job two months ago and I made it a plan to get to know all the best eateries close by alone! I like to eat lunch alone and reflect on alot of things. I’ve even been called “selfish” for not socializing with the other co-workers on my team but I don’t need to. I am fine just as I am and by the looks of it, it’s totally normal in todays society! Sometimes, NOT eating lunch with other people in the group makes for a better fit. Salud Muchachas!!

    Reply
  9. Kimberlee says

    August 30, 2010 at 1:17 pm

    There are days where I have to eat by myself because I need to re-energize to go back into the office. It gives me a chance to read, write, pray and just relax.

    Reply
  10. Sandra says

    September 27, 2011 at 5:47 pm

    I eat lunch alone at school because a lot of people in my program gossip and talk negatively in the lunch room about professors and patients. It seems the gossip is too much and instead of it being a relaxing experience, it just clouds my mind. I need a break from people so that when I go back I am more energized and friendly. Totally relate to your blog. I think people who “look down” on eating lunch alone have low self-esteem because they’re worried about what others think.

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When I was Sweet 16. #tbt #throwbackthursday When I was Sweet 16. #tbt #throwbackthursday
To all the lovers. A little flower arrangement fro To all the lovers. A little flower arrangement from me to you for Love Day. ❤️❤️❤️ #valentines #valentinesday #love
Circa 1981. My snaggletooth era. 😂#TBT Circa 1981. My snaggletooth era. 😂#TBT
We did our best to recreate our onesie moment from We did our best to recreate our onesie moment from 2013. Strike a pose, the remix.
Finally! After a year (or more) we’ve finally be Finally! After a year (or more) we’ve finally been able to get a staycation on the calendar. Having fun with these ladies!
Circa 1990 when I was a sophomore in high school i Circa 1990 when I was a sophomore in high school in Jacksonville, and I had 3 different hairstyles going on at the same time.  #FBF #backintheday
So, I’m doing THING! Join me and the cast of thi So, I’m doing THING! Join me and the cast of this year’s @shesaidstlouis  on Friday, March 10th at The Sheldon. We’ll be sharing our stories monologue style, and it’s going to be a good time. If you’d like to get tickets, hit me up! A portion of the proceeds will go to @rungforwomen. 👍🏾
February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partn February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partnered with @MedIQCME and Duke Health to raise awareness about atrial fibrillation (AFib), also known as irregular heartbeat which affects 12 million people.My father was diagnosed with AFib and my family has a history of this condition, so I do my best to learn as much as I can about it.

I’ve learned that when the atrium’s squeezing becomes irregular, blood doesn’t flow as smoothly through the heart and clots can form. Those clots can travel to the brain, disrupting the oxygen supply and causing a stroke. People with AFib are at approximately 5 times greater risk for stroke than those with regular heartbeats. Stroke is a leading cause of death and also of serious, long-term disability. It is essential to get to a hospital quickly if you suspect a stroke in yourself or others.Learn the acronym FAST to recognize the signs of stroke: 

F = Face. Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A = Arms. Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? 

S = Speech. Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the speech slurred or strange?

T= Time. If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.

Take this survey (link in bio) for the chance to win 1 of 5 $100 VISA gift cards—takes less than 10 minutes.

Thanks, @mediqcme, and Duke Heart. Supported by an educational grant from the Bristol Myers Squibb and Pfizer Alliance.
Another flower arranging therapy Reel, this time w Another flower arranging therapy Reel, this time with roses and a little Stevie Wonder. I could do this all day! 🌹 #traderjoes #flowers #roses #therapy #selfcare
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