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The Art of Living Alone and Loving It

Your inspirational toolkit for a whole and happy life

Jane Mathews

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Question 1 of 8
What does Jane Mathews identify as the most important step to successfully living alone?
  • A. Finding a roommate to share living expenses
  • B. Taking control and developing plans to overcome challenges
  • C. Ignoring society's expectations completely
  • D. Waiting for society to become more accommodating to single people
Question 2 of 8
How does the author suggest dealing with the inevitable feeling of loneliness?
  • A. Distracting yourself with constant social media use
  • B. Forcing yourself to go out and meet new romantic partners
  • C. Rebranding it as 'solitude' and finding a sense of purpose (ikigai)
  • D. Accepting that living alone will always be a miserable experience
Question 3 of 8
According to the book, which relationship should a 'soloist' prioritize above all others?
  • A. The relationship with their family
  • B. The relationship with their closest friends
  • C. The relationship with a romantic partner
  • D. The relationship with themselves
Question 4 of 8
Why does research suggest that living alone increases health risks?
  • A. People living alone are biologically predisposed to illness.
  • B. Soloists are often exposed to more environmental hazards.
  • C. People living alone often develop bad habits, like exercising less and skipping doctor visits.
  • D. The stress of maintaining a home alone weakens the immune system.
Question 5 of 8
What does the author recommend as the first step in creating a financial blueprint?
  • A. Immediately cutting all unnecessary monthly expenses
  • B. Asking a financial advisor to take over your accounts
  • C. Acknowledging your emotional feelings about money
  • D. Investing heavily in superannuation or pension funds
Question 6 of 8
What urban planning concept does the author suggest applying to your home to improve its layout?
  • A. Zoning laws
  • B. Desire paths
  • C. Grid systems
  • D. Mixed-use development
Question 7 of 8
What is a major benefit of going on holiday alone, according to Mathews?
  • A. It is significantly cheaper than traveling with a partner.
  • B. You can design your own dream trip without compromising for someone else.
  • C. It forces you to meet other single travelers.
  • D. You are more likely to receive room upgrades at hotels.
Question 8 of 8
How does the author suggest transforming boring daily routines?
  • A. By automating them with smart home technology
  • B. By paying someone else to do them
  • C. By skipping them entirely whenever possible
  • D. By turning them into meaningful rituals

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The Art of Living Alone and Loving It Summary & Overview

The Art of Living Alone and Loving It (2018) is a guide explaining how to embrace a life on your own through positive thinking and a proactive mindset. By confronting your situation head-on, you can turn living alone into an enriching and joyous experience.

Who Should Listen to The Art of Living Alone and Loving It?

  • Women who are thinking about living alone
  • Single women looking to make the most out of life
  • Recent divorcees or widows

About the Author: Jane Mathews

Jane Mathews is an author and marketing expert. She lives in Sydney with her dog, Rory, and previously wrote Midlife Manifesto: A Woman’s Guide to Thriving After Forty.

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