Hi guys,
So after what seemed like a very long break from the night life we went to a party last Friday in Prague. It had been so long since we had been out to an event like this that we were really excited. We had it in our heads that we had been missing something – some kind of fun that comes with staying out all night and going a bit crazy. Let’s just say that by the end of the night (which happened to be around 6 A.M.) neither one of us were feeling like we had missed anything at all. While we did have some fun, and we met and talked to some nice people, it just didn’t offer anything particularly entertaining or special. I guess at some point over the last few years the idea of being in a huge club with pounding music filled with masses of people just stopped being as fun as it once was. I think that we both now much prefer sitting in a little pub or lounge somewhere – a place where you can have a conversation with friends. The next day we were both just bushed – we had also forgotten how much staying up all night can take out of you. Add it all together and the next time we get feeling like we are missing clubbing we will probably rent Casino Royal and have a movie night instead :) Do you guys have a similar take on clubbing? When did it happen for you? Frederick’s theory is that people just tend to get interested in different things as they get older – if so at what age do you think this starts to kick in?
Best,
Zuzana
Yeah, I’ve experienced the exact same thing a few years ago. You spend the whole night at a bar drinking, wondering if something exciting is going to happen. In the end I got really bored with going to bars/clubs in general and decided to do something else with my weekends/spare time.
I’ve turned thirty this spring and went out to celebrate my birthday after a long time (about four years I think), and
that night I had a great time. Also, for the first time I was really dancing. I didn’t care about anything but the music. I don’t go out as much as I used to in my early twenties, but when I do, I just focus on the dancing and talking to people (without too much alcohol). I’ve met a lot of nice people this way and I really love it now.
I think it’s all about moderation and variation.
Don’t get pissed and don’t do the same things every time.
I believe when you reach a certain age or become more mature and serious in life, you wouldn’t be happy night clubbing because you have other priority. Having fun, excitement, is not only be found in clubbing. You can have fun and be excited right there in your own home or park, somewhere and anytime of day or night.
I actually hit that at 19. I used to be a big party-er and now I just tell everyone it isn’t my thing. I don’t enjoy being super drunk and while I don’t get hangovers, I still feel sluggish the next day. So while most people I meet my age think that I am boring, I am improving my life.
I’ve hit that at 18!! I used to go to raves all the time..for about 2 years straight..I would go at least once a month, more like twice for a while..then I stopped and started just going to house parties with my friends and boyfriend..Now me and my boyfriend mostly spend the weekends doing something at home or going outside and doing something fun..we take a friend or two along but we don’t feel the need to go out and party and go crazy..
I think we just got bored..simply put..
The key to enjoying parties is cherry picking them. Choose the right venue and make sure you like the music and their artist. Yes, dancing and talking to people is the pretty much the whole point.
But, I can totally agree with a mircobrew pub and some friends to shot the sh*t. Much love :)
I’m 22, and I’ve always preferred a quieter place with conversation to a busy place with dancing. I think I just have a more low-key personality, but I still enjoy a good dance party among friends. (^_^)
I agree, the first few times it is fun, but as you get older you being to realize it wears off. I find now that it is better to have a good convo with friends at night at dinner, or some where where you can have a good laugh. However, I have had some good memories clubbing with friends, but the moments are more brief, and easier forgotten.
I rather go to a pub and then not till 6 a.m. but just until 1 or 2. Because the next mornig i have to workout…… Cause when you have a late party the whole next day i am bushed pffffff. Maybe thats the age (31).
And yes i think Frederick is right when you are getting older you get other interests
I definatly agree with this, I’m only 17, not even the legal drinking age in Alberta, I partied a little last year and it was fun then but in the last year I’ve found that I would much rather sit on a patio somewhere with a few good friends and have a glass of wine than go out and party with loud music and tons of people I don’t know.