The Living Alone Manual.

Living solo & single life blends with self-care & sustainability
Where Do Solos Want To Live and what do they want from their home?

Where Do Solos Want To Live And What Do They Want From Their Homes?

Galentine's Day: How to host a special dinner for your female friends

Galentine’s Day: Hosting A Special Dinner For Your Female Friends

Maximising Space: Designing A Home Gym For Small Spaces

Maximising Your Space: Designing A Home Gym For Small Spaces

Maximising Your Garden's Yield Through Pest Prevention

Maximising Your Garden’s Yield Through Pest Prevention

Gardening can be hard but rewarding work, but if pesky animals are enjoying the fruits of your labour before you can, don’t worry. Dan Hancock, Managing Director at wire mesh and netting company Mesh Direct, shares his expert tips to keep pests away from your garden and maximise its yield.  ...
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My Reality Of Travelling Solo For The First Time

My Reality Of Travelling Solo For The First Time

So, You Want to Spend Thanksgiving And Christmas Alone?

So, You Want To Spend Thanksgiving And Christmas Alone?

The perfect drink pairings for girl dinner staples

The Perfect Drink Pairings For Girl Dinner Staples 

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ALONE OR NAVIGATING LIFE SOLO?

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Maybe you are an independent soul or have more alone time on your hands too. We are here for you. Solo Living is a community-driven manual. We believe living alone well means talking more about the living alone and single life experience while unselfishly looking after our wellbeing and living sustainably. To be our best selves, for us, those around us and the planet.

We understand the different reasons why so many of us might be navigating life solo, whether it be through choice or circumstance. We have a library of articles talking about solo life and the modern living alone experience. Our writers are experienced Solos, Group Members, supporters of Solo Living and experts in their field.

Join our Newsletter and check out our Facebook Groups – Super Solos and Solo Dining, and a Table for One, where you’ll find our vibrant Community doing all the talking about solo living.

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Living Alone

So, You Want to Spend Thanksgiving And Christmas Alone?

So, You Want To Spend Thanksgiving And Christmas Alone?

The perfect drink pairings for girl dinner staples

The Perfect Drink Pairings For Girl Dinner Staples 

Never Married? It's Not So Unusual These Days

Never Married? It’s Not So Unusual Today

A Moving Story Part 3 The First Few Weeks

A Moving Story Part 3: The First Few Weeks

Moving Story Moving Home Alone Moving house, relocation. Man hold key house keychain in new apartment, inside the room was a cardboard box containing personal belongings and furniture. move in the apartment or condominium

A Moving Story: Part 2 Of Moving Home Alone

Why I Live Alone and My 3 Stages of Adjustment

Why I Live Alone And My 3 Stages Of Adjustment

Setting Boundaries With Family Members When You're Single

Setting Boundaries With Family Members

Thanks to Jodie for the photo

How Solos Will Be Spending Easter Weekend 2023

Solo Celebrations And Creating Good Times

Celebrating Solo And Creating Good Times

Living Alone

So, You Want to Spend Thanksgiving And Christmas Alone?

So, You Want To Spend Thanksgiving And Christmas Alone?

The perfect drink pairings for girl dinner staples

The Perfect Drink Pairings For Girl Dinner Staples 

Never Married? It's Not So Unusual These Days

Never Married? It’s Not So Unusual Today

A Moving Story Part 3 The First Few Weeks

A Moving Story Part 3: The First Few Weeks

Moving Story Moving Home Alone Moving house, relocation. Man hold key house keychain in new apartment, inside the room was a cardboard box containing personal belongings and furniture. move in the apartment or condominium

A Moving Story: Part 2 Of Moving Home Alone

Why I Live Alone and My 3 Stages of Adjustment

Why I Live Alone And My 3 Stages Of Adjustment

Wellness

A Moving Story Part 3 The First Few Weeks

A Moving Story Part 3: The First Few Weeks

Why I set myself social media boundaries Northumberland Wedding Photographer

Why I Set Myself Social Media Boundaries

travel trends digital nomads

5 Travel Trends Digital Nomads Should Explore

Adventure Sports UK

Exhilarating! The Best Adventure Sports In The UK

Single Life

Tim Gouw

Table for One? Yes please.

Happy backpacker traveller stay in high quality hotel

How To Avoid The Single Person Supplement

The Most Important Relationship Is The One You Have With Yourself

Living Alone: The Most Important Relationship Is The One You Have With Yourself

Why Solo Living Is Less Daunting These Days

Living Alone Is Less Daunting Today Because There Is Strength In Numbers

Sustainable Living

Planning your first solo camping trip

Planning Your First Solo Camping Trip

5 Autumnal Alternatives To Pumkin Spice Latte

5 Autumnal Alternatives To Pumpkin Spice Latte

A Step By Step Guide To Building An Eco-Friendly Pool

A Step-by-Step Guide to Building an Eco-Friendly Pool

How To Build A Solid Investment Portfolio On Your Own

How To Build A Solid Investment Portfolio On Your Own

Solo Travel

Driving With Sunglasses: Ensure You Have A Safe Trip
Self-Care

Driving With Sunglasses: Ensure A Safe And Amazing Trip

Isabelle shares some tips for choosing the right sunglasses to ensure a safe daytime driving ...
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5 European Summer Destinations for The Solo Traveller
Solo Travel

5 European Summer Destinations For The Solo Traveller

Summer is in full swing, and with its long days and warm nights, this season ...
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Could Madeira Be The Perfect Destination for the Outdoorsy Solo Traveller?
Solo Travel

Could Madeira Be The Perfect Destination For The Outdoorsy Solo Traveller?

James, shares why Madeira could be the perfect travel destination for the outdoorsy and nature-bound ...
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5 Reasons to Make Antigua and Barbuda Your Next Travel Destination
Solo Travel

5 Reasons To Make Antigua and Barbuda Your Next Travel Destination

Abire explains why the country and islands of  Antigua and Barbuda are destinations the solo ...
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Top 5 Tibet Travel Questions Answered For Solo Travellers
Solo Travel

Top 5 Tibet Travel Questions Answered For Solo Travellers

Tibet travel expert, Yolanda O’Bannon, shares her top tips for solo travellers looking for a safe ...
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The Best Places For Singles Retiring Abroad In 2022
Living Alone

5 Hotspots For Solos Retiring Abroad in 2022

The traditional image of British retirees moving to the sun may typically feature a couple, ...
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10 Tips for solo hike backpacking in North America
Solo Travel

10 Preparation Tips For Solo Backpacking Hikes in North America

Richard shares his ten top tips if you are considering doing something adventurous and want ...
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Planning A Solo Hike With Safety In Mind
Solo Travel

Planning A Solo Hike With Safety In Mind

Paula shares her brilliant guide and infographic if you are new to solo hiking and ...
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Solo Travel

Driving With Sunglasses: Ensure You Have A Safe Trip
Self-Care

Driving With Sunglasses: Ensure A Safe And Amazing Trip

Isabelle shares some tips for choosing the right sunglasses to ensure a safe daytime driving ...
Read More →
5 European Summer Destinations for The Solo Traveller
Solo Travel

5 European Summer Destinations For The Solo Traveller

Summer is in full swing, and with its long days and warm nights, this season ...
Read More →
Could Madeira Be The Perfect Destination for the Outdoorsy Solo Traveller?
Solo Travel

Could Madeira Be The Perfect Destination For The Outdoorsy Solo Traveller?

James, shares why Madeira could be the perfect travel destination for the outdoorsy and nature-bound ...
Read More →
5 Reasons to Make Antigua and Barbuda Your Next Travel Destination
Solo Travel

5 Reasons To Make Antigua and Barbuda Your Next Travel Destination

Abire explains why the country and islands of  Antigua and Barbuda are destinations the solo ...
Read More →
Top 5 Tibet Travel Questions Answered For Solo Travellers
Solo Travel

Top 5 Tibet Travel Questions Answered For Solo Travellers

Tibet travel expert, Yolanda O’Bannon, shares her top tips for solo travellers looking for a safe ...
Read More →
The Best Places For Singles Retiring Abroad In 2022
Living Alone

5 Hotspots For Solos Retiring Abroad in 2022

The traditional image of British retirees moving to the sun may typically feature a couple, ...
Read More →
10 Tips for solo hike backpacking in North America
Solo Travel

10 Preparation Tips For Solo Backpacking Hikes in North America

Richard shares his ten top tips if you are considering doing something adventurous and want ...
Read More →
Planning A Solo Hike With Safety In Mind
Solo Travel

Planning A Solo Hike With Safety In Mind

Paula shares her brilliant guide and infographic if you are new to solo hiking and ...
Read More →

SHORT STORIES

Charting the everyday lives of Solos, Solo Living publishes fictional short stories for the single and living alone community. All of our short stories to date are written by Hannah Westman.

Cooking for One and Solo Dining

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