38. They see everything that draws people to clubs as shallow and below them. Welcome aboard! clubbing sounds fun but it just isn't for everyone! Plenty of people still go clubbing when they're dating someone. A free guide to getting past social awkwardness, I cover this ego-cushioning thinking in this article. Exhaustion. 52. 16. Were all working and busy so dont get to do the catch up stuff during the week., There was a small majority who found the clubbing scene simply too stressful. Another reason some people don't like clubbing as much as they could is that they don't do everything they can to ensure they have a good time at them. I'm almost thirty thinking scanning my scene this is getting ridiculous here! 43. I'll get more into that later. Please make sure you read our rules here and remember to: Be polite and respect each other. On track to retire at 40. Like, what do you expect us to say? Talk to people! Blaynos, 26, from London said: Id rather spend my money on going to try some new food rather than going to an overpriced nightclub, and spend my down days chilling at home with mates.. If that means you don't party, then don't! That's the first way people who dislike clubbing tend to dismiss it. Plenty of people who go clubbing feel shy or out of their element, but they look around and everyone else seems to have it together, so they put on a brave face and look confident as well. You can only take having your hopes frustrated so many times. I suffer with bad anxiety and i cant think of anything worse than a loud space, dancing, being approached by people. But you don't notice the other two hundred guests who are behaving, and who are probably just as annoyed with the douchebags as you are. E.g. My English is not perfect in this one. 16. If you hear Pitbull one more time, you will stab someone with a cocktail stirrer. Get the help you need from a therapist near youa FREE service from Psychology Today. This is one for those of you out there who don't drink alcohol or don't enjoy going clubbing. When people tell you to "get low," you think youre being held up. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Yes, shes single and ready to mingle. Follow reddit rules. Press J to jump to the feed. Can Good Relationship Experiences Change Attachment Styles? If you're single and feeling desperate, things like dancing, music, and being with friends can seem more pointless. Variations of the smokey eye trend don't excite you like they used to. If you have any questions, please send the mods a message. 48. At the end of a long week they want to spend time with their friends, rather than shout over music at them. Same thing with clubbing, if you don't like it then just don't do it. A cuppa and biscuits in front of the telly is way more comfortable than waiting to be served in a club., For older millennials, just as exhausting as work is trying to keep up with competition in the graduate market. So some guys were right. This should be the top comment. You are, after all, denying who you are in this case. 21. We've joined the BHM Digital family of websites and have updated our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. 10. That's totally fine! Someone.' There are a lot of reasons why Kaley, 23, doesnt go clubbing any more. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright . I've heard many people say the EDM trend is fading out, but clubbing culture doesn't seem to be going anywhere. Studies suggest that todays young have fallen out of love with it, and in its latest trend report the Office of National Statistics dropped the price of nightclub admission from the list of common goods and services used to calculate inflation. 3. Press J to jump to the feed. Now I mainly just go to festivals. Fast Stream 2023 (Reinstated) applicants thread. Women who go out can get pretty hassled. 2. 35. I cover this ego-cushioning thinking in this article. I feel similarly. Guess what life does Only suck if you're to lazy to change it.. Peace. Ashley, 21, from London summed it up nicely when she said: As a girl, going out to clubs can be quite annoying and sometimes scary if you constantly have to keep avoiding drunk people who may try to take advantage of you. Though I'm also a therapist and can offer in-depth, personalized help. MadameNoire Copyright 2023 BossipMadameNoire, LLC All Rights Reserved | BHM Digital. I can't stand it and won't do it. Well you don't have a shitty time while you are there do you? Your horoscope for March 1, 2023, Work your guts out: How specific exercises might improve gut health and help manage IBS, I cried more doing comedy than I did in therapy: Man who had anorexia for a decade launches comedy course to help others, Lifestyle guru and monk Gaur Gopal Das shares tips on mindful living and reducing stress, 17 things you will only understand if you dont care about fashion, Do not sell or share my personal information. It is a simple question, but I have yet to hear a satisfactory answer from an introvert. They're not only there for a hook-up and lose all interest in them as soon as they get into a relationship. I have been going to parties and clubs for about 3years now and quite frankly I am so bored of the experience. So, why are todays youth no longer keen on clubs? In truth, the world of introversion is a confusing and self-condemning one. The deprivation of one's own needs via this self-compromising strategy leads to depression (for a great body of work on this, see Dana Jack's "Silencing the Self," which explores this self-compromising theme in the context of women in relationships). But do you really want to hang out with people who dont understand you? Normal, level-headed women put on their sparkly make-up and revealing tops. MORE : 17 things you will only understand if you dont care about fashion, This seaside town has been crowned the UKs cheapest staycation spot, Whats in store for today? I threw that time and money at investments (accounts but also education, career, networking with people that matter etc) instead. Many teenagers spend money got from their parents - i know from school. 17. 1. Anxiety could also be worse getting triggered by people trying to force you into situations that you arent comfortable in and thats not an issue with your anxiety, thats an issue with shitty friends. For a start, it's too expensive, with taxis, door fees and alcohol to pay for. They realize some of the flaws of clubbing are a natural side effect of the things that can make them fun. 18. im 21 & i hated going out since i was 18 & i still do. This!!!! 34. You usually have more fun at things when you're good at them. Shopping for cute little party dresses has been replaced with cute long wedding dresses. As a hermit myself I regret almost every day not taking a more proactive role in my life. You much prefer your disco bowl to the disco ball. people. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. I mean, folks, come ON. I imagine most speed daters are going to be between the ages of 25 and 45. If you love your girlfriend and . At 17 though, you're still finding out what you do like. I just wanted to g. They'll invite, but they're just being nice, they know im not into that stuff, Dude Im 28 Ive never been to a club for the same exact reason. Chill with friends, talk to random people, try and find a girl or just hover around the bar and get absolutely fucked. There's a time and a place to tear the club up, but one day you'll walk in a party and suddenly everybody looks young, it's hot, and your feet hurt. 25. I went once for a friend's birthday.. had a blast, spent too much money, danced like dorks in the corner because most of us were in relationships and didnt want to get hit on Then i never did it again or had the desire to do it again lol. You're over-identifying with everything on this list. 47. Those of us that thirst for the dance know where to find it, and it's not at a fucking lounge! Black women 54. when you enjoy being with friends (who are going clubbing) more than you loathe clubbing. However, if introverts do go out per extroverted expectations, they feel loved and accepted, they feel normal, and they are temporarily reassured in their not-aloneness, so that quiet disdain for being stimulated improperly remains only that. When i was 16 almost everyone in my class/shool was thinking "you are a looser if you don't party every weekend". That makes everyone look like the stereotypical shallow clubber, even if they're philosophy students by day. If you can't land tickets to see Hardwell, Kygo or even Bassnectar at some arena, don't sweat it. This is what you and Mel Gibson call a "bad sign.". In fact, youd rather not do it most weekends at all. Your voice is permanently damaged from constantly shouting over the musicandsounds like Alec Baldwin with a cold. "Who lives uptown again?". Youd rather be sucking off your boyfriendthan the bouncer. Because you actually like wearing a jacket. Its hideous. Their reasoning is that while people supposedly go clubbing to dance or unwind, they really have a less-flattering ulterior motive. Be polite and respect each other. By continuing to use this site, you agree to our updated Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Individual differences are great, but you have to celebrate yours! 30. I would like to try speed dating but I feel like Im too young. A similar idea to being good at bar and club activities is being able to appreciate certain elements of the places. You forgot to take out cash from the ATM. are my parents right to lock me in my room as punishment for drinking underage . ("Should" can refer to your self-expectations, or to those you believe others have of you.) Despite staving it off throughout college, your finely-tuned gag reflexes can finally tell the difference between promoter vodka and the good stuff. Pre-social media and messenger services it would have cost a small fortune to stay in touch the way we do now., There were issues that, perhaps understandably, affected women more than men. Please do not copy, reproduce, or translate any articles without permission. But once you learn about some artists and develop your tastes, then you can start to like that aspect of going to bars. It's a theme I sometimes bring up in relation to other topics. Studies suggest young people have fallen out of love with nightclubs. Instead of recapitulating the message of the articles Ive seen on the topic favoring extroversion as a superior social style, Id encourage you instead to think of who you really are, and what your social needs are, and then to structure activities and friendships around you--and to choose like-minded people to include. Dance and have a good time! ", 8. Emily,18, from Solihull said: I am working hard during the week for my A-levels and spend the majority of Saturday playing sport so when I have the chance to go out by Saturday evening I am too tired., Leah, 18, from Newcastle agreed: Going out is too much effort. In the cold light of day, its another story. Dancing can feel mortifying if you're not good at it, but quite fun once you've got some basic moves down. The ones who dont understand you may leave, but in so doing, theyll deprive you of the social reinforcement that says youre wrong to be the way you are. Charming, lots of friends who all love you, many others who wish for your time and attention, exciting activities, nights out, weekends full, social demand. This is the second way people write off clubbing. If you're afraid of heights then you wouldn't go parachuting. You're sick of visiting the Apple store for a new phone. Tried it one time and one time only and that's only because it was for a friend's birthday. Please contact the moderators of this subreddit if you have any questions or concerns. Hundreds of clubs have closed in recent years. Name a popular food that you really dislike? Clubbing is only one small way of getting to know people and in many ways not the best. Everybody looks good at 2am on a Saturday. Just dont shame them for wanting to go out and invite them to more intimate gatherings when you can. 3. So I covered the downsides. Well..to me lol, thanks for the reassurance! A common sentiment about bars and clubs is that they're full of vapid people. Because Your Party Girl Life Is Ending, The Going Out Versus Staying In Debate, Club Bed, You're Lazy and Staying In, It's Halloween. Yes i have medication for my anxiety but i just don't have any interest in going clubbing, i prefer to sit & have drinksi have one amazing friend and she never pressured me into anything but my other friends r a bit shitty so iv stopped hanging around with them, i don't want to hang around with people who put me in situations i don't like. Maybe I'm just a club rat and that's what I like to do, who am I to judge how people want to spend there time. In theory I would like to try speed dating but in practice I don't think I would come across very well talking to someone for say 5 minutes and then moving on. They plain don't care about some things that other people find aggrevating (e.g., crowded conditions, how everyone is behaving, cover charges, etc.). If someone's comfortable with their love life it's nothing for them to go to a bar and just enjoy the music and company and have a good night. Don't go clubbing then. So when thinking about it like that, sure there are those that will fade out from the scene. Here's why clubs lost their appeal and why I doubt I'll go back anytime soon: I feel too old to hang out with most clubkids. So why do you not want to go? 60. If you go out a lot, and see the same people week after week, they can sometimes be a very vapid, unhealthy group of "friends". The flashy lights are simply overrated. Not every last person who goes clubbing has these motivations though. Bars can be pretty boring if you go with the wrong people. I just really dont enjoy it. I find people who dislike clubbing tend to be dismissive of these reasons though. You no longer consider "club hopping" a legitimate form of exercise. I'll try to take a balanced approach of acknowledging that clubbing isn't perfect, but also sticking up for it and pointing out where I think the appeal is. Meet. Maybe some people around you feel rejected if you dont want to go out; they take it personally, and then to preserve their own self-worth, they point out that you are arrogant to not make time for other people. The older you get in the scene, the more people expect you to be the "mom" of the group, which isn't fun. Its always too expensive to go out., Brie, 21, from Sheffield was in a similar situation, and said that she cannot deal with a headache for a full morning as well as coping with university study. If you don't like rock n' roll then you listen to something else. 2023 BDG Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Take the time to look around and find a place with a good vibe, music you like, and a friendly crowd. Women really only go clubbing for the attention they get from men. skinny and exercise every day but still not physically fit, Rejected from uni and feeling kind of down. However, if your girlfriend is giving you cause to doubt her loyalty to you, you have to ask yourself, "Why am I putting up with this" and "What am I going to do to change it.". You prefer lounging on the couch more than dancing on it. Are you uncool, deviant, a self-made or self-proven outcast? Instead, you can actually talk to your friends without shouting over music., For some, health issues were also a factor. Plus the clubs, even in the capital, are disappointing: they shut at 2am, much earlier than venues in Berlin, and just when you start enjoying yourself its lights on. Hey, you might even meet some interesting (or attractive!) 42. You throw your hands up in the air sometimes and face plant onto your bed saying "A-yo, that was a long day. It is like wanting to get into a house and bemoaning the fact that one of the windows is locked. Its not necessarily what you might think: 98 respondents said that their generation was not less interested in face-to-face meet-ups because of the rise of social media (compared to 33 who said they were again, not everyone responded to this question). A lot of times if someone wants to go to a club to dance with their friends they really do just want to dance. It is like wanting to get into a house and bemoaning the fact that one of the windows is locked. Clubbing is great if you have the face that a girl is going to see across the dance floor and say "I want to get to know him better" if not, (I never did) then don't. Who did these people survey and where the hell are they going out, because this just seems ridiculous. I think you're probably in the majority actually. We asked our readers to tell us whether this is really the case heres what they said. Avoid the places that are annoying. For a lot of people, trying to meet someone or get laid often ends in disappointment. University of Southampton A100 (BM5) 2023 Entry, Official University of Bristol 2023 Applicant Thread, Official UCL 2023 Undergraduate Applicants Thread, university of cambridge foundation year 2023, She's unable to commit but wants to see me still, University of Plymouth A100/A102 Offer Holders. It was great. However, saying that, I have quite a few friends who don't like going out clubbing, but it was never a problem because I see them at other times. Answer (1 of 78): I'm 33 years old. If you are drunk, you are not able to think rationally and tend to follow your emotions. It's real. Lots of people tell me I'm too old for that. The nightclub scene is also more diverse in Newcastle, catering to more genres and age groups., Harri, 27, from London pointed out that a night out now costs almost as much as a weekend away. Does anyone have any advice on this? You prefer lounging on the couch more than dancing on it. Even when I was 18 and went to my first club I didnt feel it. Doesnt it feel like just yesterday you were dry heaving over a dumpster with practically no clothes on and laughing about it with the bathroom attendant? Yet the fact that introverts need people differently also means that they require different contexts and different structures to their social networks to really achieve what they need (not what they think they should need!). Another thing is that if you go out with a real 'Must. 23 (M) but I don't drink very often anymore and I no longer enjoy going clubbing. Sometimes their night will be totally ruined because of something that goes wrong. Alex, 27, from Essex said: The reason we are less interested in clubbing is due to a combination of social media, being over-exposed and obsessed with how we want to be perceived to the outside (virtual) world. With so many self-help books on the topic, we are inclined to think that we need to changethat, at least implicitly, there is something wrong with us that needs to be changed, worked around, or "accepted" like a chronic malady. 56. In real life, a lot of people who actually are introverted act extroverted. Many more people don't go out completely for one of the reasons above, but it does factor into their thinking. There are men who are good at picking up women. You can start to see everything you do as work and a means to an end. Indeed, social plans are something of a mark of our social success, arent they? Nobody CAN actually dance. You're confused as to why they can't just lower the music a little? And your social skills won't get any better just by going out, so if you don't want to then most likely you shouldn't. Do not call people names or engage in slapfights. Can I go now? My life is sooo ******* sad, ask me anything. Be honest. It happened to me at twenty nine. I would like to try speed dating but I feel like I'm too young. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. 22. Welcome to r/dating rules here. You feel hungover after a single drink. The best option is to admit to yourself that you're an introvert, and to figure out what you need from your social contact. 58. I'm 32 and never liked the clubbing/bar scene either. EVERYONE annoys you, drunken people especially. The implication is that no one could really like what clubbing has to offer for its own sake. A subreddit to discuss and the dating process and learn from the experiences of others, Press J to jump to the feed. 59. Youre debating ISIS, not where to go after the pregame. 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