One of the best things to do in life is to go out and enjoy yourself with friends. This is something I do very often and find it very enjoyable – but not everyone shares my view. So, I’ve compiled a list of the ten most common excuses people give when you ask them to go out with you, and why they shouldn’t use them.
1) The Weather: One of the most common excuses used to avoid going out with friends is that it’s raining, or too cold, or too hot. The weather is a poor excuse not to go out as there are many activities which can be done in any weather. If you have a large group of friends, organise an indoor party at someone’s house; if you have a small group of friends, go see a movie. There are always things to do regardless of the weather – so don’t make that an excuse!
2) Work/School: Another common excuse for not going out is work (or school). Whilst it is true that these things take up much of our time, it is important that we take time out for ourselves and relax. In fact, taking time off from work/school is incredibly beneficial as it allows us to come back afterwards refreshed and ready to tackle any new challenges.
1. “I work all day, so I need a night to myself.”
Everyone needs a night to themselves now and then, but if you think about it, you work all day for a reason. You need money so that you can go out and have fun! If you are too tired to go out after one long day of work, then maybe your job is not the right fit for you. Also, if you are working all day on something that is not fulfilling your needs or wants in life, then it is time to find a new job.
2. “I am too busy.”
Some people have three jobs and still manage to find time to go out with their family every weekend! If you can’t make time for friends and family, then what are you doing with your life? Maybe it is time for a vacation or even a change of career. Your health comes first!
3. “I don’t have any friends.”
If this is really true, then it might be time to get some new friends! Maybe no one ever asks you out because they do not know that you would like to spend time with them. So get off the couch and ask someone out yourself!
4. “It’s too expensive!”
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1. I’m too tired.
Here’s the thing about being too tired to go out: you’re never too tired to do anything else. You’re not too tired to watch Netflix, or work on your laptop, or scroll through Instagram for an hour. Going out is a conscious decision that you make because you want to spend time with friends and family. It’s also a conscious decision that you make because it’s good for your mental health to get out of the house and see other people sometimes. If you’re really “too tired,” then try going out earlier in the evening (we recommend 6:30pm) so that you can be home by 10:00pm and still have time to relax and get ready for the next day!
2. I don’t have anyone to go with.
This is one of our favorite excuses because it’s so easy to fix! The great thing about having friends is that they are always willing to help you out when you need it. So if you need someone to go with, just ask a friend! We guarantee that they will be more than happy to join you for dinner and drinks, and maybe even bring some friends of their own!
3. I don’t know where to go.
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In the words of Mark Twain, “If you don’t like the weather in New England now, just wait a few minutes.” The same goes for excuses to not go out and have fun: If you don’t like the one you’ve got, just wait a minute and you can change it.
Have you ever heard of the term “brevity,” or has it gone over your head because it is too big of a word? Brevity simply means to make something shorter. When used in regards to an excuse, this means cutting the length of time that your excuse will last by at least 75 percent. You may not be able to do anything about the validity of your excuse; it may still be lame, but at least it won’t last as long. Like many other things in life, a good (or bad) excuse only seems as long as you let it.
You might need to come up with an excuse if you have no desire to go out with your friends. It is okay if going out does not seem like fun to you; however, you need to express why going out does not sound great and what would better suit your needs. It is always important to be honest with your friends so they can understand where you are coming from and why you
“I’m too tired.” If you’re too tired to go out with people, you might need to get a life. It’s normal to be exhausted on occasion, but if the only time you feel energized is in front of the television or computer, you’re missing out on a lot of human interaction.
Sometimes it takes effort to get up and go for a walk or meet up with a friend for dinner, but afterward you’ll always be glad that you did.
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A long time ago, I decided that if I’m going to be an author, I would make every attempt to be an accessible one. One of the ways I try to do this is by going out in public as often as possible, making myself available for conversation, questions, and autographs. This has led to some interesting experiences with readers over the years – everything from a woman who told me she was having my baby to a man who wanted me to look at a piece of wood he thought had magical properties. (He was correct.)
I’ve found that the people who don’t go out are those who are most likely to have issues with my work. On the other hand, the people who do come out never fail to impress me with their kindness and enthusiasm. The social events have become some of my favorite parts of being a writer.
The thing is, there are times when I really don’t want to go out either. We all have bad days or weeks; sometimes we just want to hide away in our houses with a good book, movie, or video game. When this happens, though, it’s important not only for you but for me too that you drag yourself away from your private world and join us in ours. So here is
1. I have to work.
2. I have nothing to wear.
3. I am not looking my best today.
4. I don’t have anyone to go with.
5. I have to catch up on TV shows/read a book/play games/do homework/work out/clean the house/talk to friends online/etc.
6. I will be too tired tomorrow to work/go to school/do homework/etc.
7. I am too broke..
8. My friends aren’t going out, so why should I?
9. It’s too far away and it’s hard to get there!
10. There’s nowhere new or interesting to go in this town!
