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I don't like going outside

It's the Easter holiday for me atm, so I'm at home revising, playing games on my computer etc.

Now, my parents think it's a real problem that I don't like going out of the house. Tbh, none of my friends live close to me and there's not much I can do outside. My parents went to a nearby city today with some of their friends and children, and they wanted me to go. I honestly think it's boring outside and I'd much rather stay home. I've seen pretty much every local attraction and I find them all dull.

If my friends did live nearby, then I would get out a lot more. One and a half weeks of being at home, and I've left the house 5 times. 4 of them to take out the rubbish, the other one involved doing some shopping.

I just find it nicer inside, and I feel that it's more productive to stay indoors.

My parents are starting to think this is bad and I should get out more.

Is it really? Do you like staying inside, or do you like going outside?

Reply 1

bunnyonthehill

I like inside :smile:

It's warm and clean

Reply 2

L'Evil Fish

My mum says the same!

I live so far away from all my friends so I don't really go out...

As long as you know how to socialise and you're not starved of vitamin D then it's fine to stay inside! :biggrin:

Just tell them there's nothing to do and you don't want to go out with them to certain places (that also happened with me, the mother going out and saying I should too)

:wink:

Reply 3

kindergartencop

same!

I have no money, my friends are under 18 because everyone my age went to uni and they live 2 bus rides and a train away! I did go out for a meal with some people from work and this afternoon I'm going out with my two best friends from college, so I am definitely improving despite my parents saying all I do is sit online.

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Reply 4

tory88

It does seem a little excessive, but it's not a massive issue. Personally I need the change of scenery going outside brings, but I can appreciate the massive drop in productivity that comes with that. Perhaps arrange to meet up with friends that live a while away next weekend to give yourself a change and put your mother's mind at rest.

Reply 5

nevergohalfpace

Go gym or jog, then your parents will stop complaining and you will benefit from the exercise.
I prefer the outdoors due to playing sports and I walk to school everyday which is a bit of a trek, but do have the odd FIFA session till like 2am :P

Reply 6

jojotheflower

You've left the house 5 times in 1 and a half weeks? That's loads if you're on holiday, some people are just house-y, :P completely normal

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