What Happens When Family Leaves? Uncovering Secret Solo Habits!

For many men, having a quiet house to themselves is a rare luxury, especially when they have a family to care for. Curious about what they really get up to in those precious moments of solitude, we turned to the married men of the BuzzFeed Community for their confessions. Here’s a sneak peek into their world!

1. Indulging in Guilt-Free Feasts

One man delights in whipping up an enormous meal when his family leaves, tossing aside his pants to enjoy some blissful reading in silence. Talk about the perfect recipe for relaxation!

2. Casual Living—Nudist Style!

Another guy reminisces about his days as a stay-at-home nudist, celebrating the comfort and freedom that comes from lounging around in the buff. With fewer laundry worries and blissful ease, he cherishes those private moments, even if his family is more modest.

3. Binge-Watching Bliss

From automotive shows to survival tips, many men take this alone time to binge-watch their favorite series. Adding a relaxing bath into the mix only amplifies the joy of the R&R!

4. Crunchy Snacks and Nostalgic TV

One guy eagerly waits for his wife to be out to devour wings and Doritos—his favorite crunchy delights—while revisiting old cartoons from his childhood. Sounds like a perfect night in!

5. Dance Like No One’s Watching

You might be surprised to hear that some men use their alone time to belt out their favorite tunes and dance around like nobody's watching, pairing their joy with a little 'private' time too!

6. Video Game Marathon

For gaming enthusiasts, uninterrupted hours on the Xbox mean enjoying every cutscene without a care. What better way to unwind?

7. Beach Days and Frozen Feasts

Picture this: A budget-friendly day at the beach, followed by a glorious feast of frozen pizzas and ice cream while enjoying rented movies. One man thrives on these liberating getaways!

8. The Couch Potato Approach

Another prefers to take a low-key approach: lounging around in a semi-comatose state, only to scramble and tidy up when the family nears home.

9. Savoring Steak and Cigars

Cooking lamb chops or steak—dishes his wife isn’t fond of—while enjoying a cigar on the porch with loud music is a true guilty pleasure for some.

10. Action-Packed Movie Nights!

Others dive into unabashed fun, enjoying intense movies complete with plenty of curse words and surround sound cranked up high—pure cinematic bliss!

11. Scotch and Sofa Shenanigans

Some indulge in a little Scotch while on the sofa with their pets, savoring a cozy moment that’s usually forbidden with the family around.

12. Planning Adventures

One man diligently tidies up for his wife’s return and plans exciting outings to breweries, alongside tasty meals they wouldn’t want to try.

13. Relishing Solitude in Silence

Lastly, one man shares that having true alone time, especially with a weekend getaway from his partner, is a rarity he treasures, embracing the soothing silence of solitude.

What about you? Do you have your own quirky rituals when home alone? Share your experiences!