Being alone isn't always a bad thing. Sometimes it allows yourself to see who you really are underneath it all. Sadly, that can also work against you. It can be disappointing to examine yourself and realize that what you really wanted, in the beginning, was never achieved. You could have lived every day to the fullest and you still may regret some decisions. It always help to have a plan. The time you spend alone trying to find what you want in life pays off later. Opportunities come and go. Knowing how to determine what the opportunities are always helps.