No. We're never really alone.

Yes i am very afraid of that. I have a mental health condition, and i don't have many friends. I'm not in a relationship and i don't have kids. I am afraid that i will be old and lonely.

No cause I would have family and friends so I won't be alone all the time.

Not really, i do like my own company but a partner is a bonus!

almost a phobia for me!

No, but it would be horribly depressing. I don't think fear is the case, just lonliness really consumes people and makes them miserably depressed.

I would be afraid and so sad. That is not something I want.

Only if I aged into "senior status" without having a husband/kids in the traditional sense.

Oh yes. The thought of anyone growing old alone scares me. It's so sad to think that there are people out there with no family or friends to care for them in their old age. That's one of the worse sides of humanity, that we would ever allow something like that to happen. We can do much better and we must do much better.

No, not at all. I've spent a fair amount of my life by myself. And I have no problem with being alone for long periods of time.

Not sure, but will let you know when it happens!! (if it happens)

That would just be about the saddest thing that could happen to anyone....I don't want to be alone:(

yes! it doesnt fit into my big plan!

I'm counting on it. So far most people in my life have been burdens really - sure there are fun parts but all in all.

I AM afraid to die alone

Im alone now, and it sucks, so im sure it doesnt change with age. Seeing all these death and dying questions really makes me think about how long im going to last...

NO! i am not affraid to grow old alone. the need to have someone with me does not determine what my life or i became. the fact that i lived the life i wanted the best that i could would be the determination of my life.

I'm doing it right now. It's scary. Every day there's a new pain or failure to function in some body part, and I'm going down fast. I hope to pass on before I'm too debilitated to handle my own personal needs. That would be embarrassing. I tried wives, twice, but they weren't all that useful when I was young and healthy, so they sure wouldn't have anything to do with me now. I'm leaving this world on my own, so it better be quick and easy.

My honest answer: I have no idea. My answer at this moment in time: Nah, not really. Ask me again in a few years. :)

iam afraid that am almost there

no not at all .I don't mind being alone but thats because I know that I'll never be lonely ...thats the big difference...

I'm afraid just to grow old. I'm still a kind, and I'M LOVING IT!!!

Yes! I haven't have people there for me when I was younger, I want to have people there for me when I'm older! I have had enough of being alone!

Yes.

I have always been a loner, a bookworm, with very few friends. I always was afraid of being old and alone, and now here I am, living the life of an aged hermit. I suffer from depression. I also have some mobility problems. I'm in my flat 24/7 and weeks can go by without my speaking a word to anyone. Sometimes I'll order something I don't really need online because it'll give me the chance to say 'hello' and 'goodbye' to the delivery person. Yes, I have one or two friends, but they're busy and they've got spouses and kids and families. It's great to see them from time to time, but it's not same as having a life-partner or a parent or even a sibling to whom one is close. I have no idea how one copes with this, but I'd take a bet that there are thousands of women like me. Maybe some day someone will write a book about how to drag yourself out of bed and fill all those empty aching hours.

Yes very, its my biggest fear and i hope it never comes true :(

Not really. I don't want to grow old alone, but, given a choice between growing old alone or growing old with someone who isn't right for me...I choose alone.

Yes, My husband is alot older than me, and I know that doesnt mean that I will be left (I could be run over by a bus tomorrow)the prospect of being old and on my own does scare me.

Yes, very much! I am trying to keep myself busy in order to distract myself. it didn't work. Something is missing from my life, and i think its companionship.

Right now that is my plan so Im not afraid. I think as I do get older I will regret not having a companion. Ill cross that bridge when I get to it though.

Yes I am. I am 51 and my husband of over 20 years left me a few years ago. I have been alone since and it is a terrifying experience,I wake from nightmares and there is no-one to hold onto. The hardest thing for me at present is walking upstairs last thing at night knowing that I will be alone when the lights go out. I have children, but they have their own families and anyway you don't want to burden them with your problems. I was sick last week and it was scary lying alone and in pain. My biggest fear is dying alone with no-one holding my hand. Heavy answer but you said be honest.

It has been my biggest fear all of my life pretty much. As a teen I had a very low self esteem and thought I was the ugliest guy in the world and would never find any woman desperate enough to want to marry me. A cheating ex wife, a psycho ex g/f who had a cheating ex and couldn't get past that to trust other men, and a tragic death of a woman who loved me like no other ever did later I still feel as if I am going to grow old alone.It frightens me at times to think that my current life is how it will be til the day I die. I live in a 4 bedroom house all by myself except for 3 cats a long haired chiuahah and a Jack Dempsey fish. I want to believe that thwere is more but it is hard sometimes.

I think about it all the time and is one of my greatest fears. I would not wish it on anyone. Growing old with the person you love to hate is the only way to live and die.

Please flag...:)hit the wrong button:((

thanks I am glad in a way that they didn't get death That would be too good for em As babycakes said I hope they are tortured by the thoughts of what they did to her for the reat of their days.

I don't think the growing older alone part is what would bother me. It's more the fear of being alone and falling or something and laying there for days w/o being able to reach the phone and nobody coming by and finding me. I'm actually afraid of something like that happening now! My kids are always at friend's houses, my hubby travels for work a lot...

Not really. I prefer company, but even if my husband and daughter died, (which would devastate me, but because I miss them, not because I'm alone) I'm sure I could make friends and wouldn't be alone anyway.

Yes...

It is a concept I have never thought of before always being one of a couple. Now I am not sure I would like it too much but I do not think it actually infiltrates your psyche properly until you are getting a little older. Probably in the future I will start to worry about being older and alone.

Yes. I would be.

oh you can't even imagine...i am terrified...to go another day with out asking the girl of my dreams out...but....i can't seem to work up the balls......maybe i wont die aloneO_o

Yes ! I am less afraid to die than I am of being totally alone.

No and I'm not afraid of dying alone either. Who would want anyone to watch them die?

I am more afraid of the thought of being lonely and bitter. I have seen people who have out lived their spouse and their children, but they still have the warmth and glow of the love they once had. I've seen people who've never had a companion, but developed a bond with a group of friends that was stronger than any family. I've also seen people who've had a horrific life, but have the attitude of a champion. I want to grow old and maintain a positive attitude and not be angry about all the changes and losses in my life.

Yes, Im afraid! Im still young and I have a boyfriend which I think will one day become my husband. But I dont know what I'll do if death seperates us. Im scared yes, but maybe it will get better in time!

I would. It eliminates some headaches, as well as heartaches. You may experience more peace than before.

well, we are all ultimately alone...but I would rather share my life with someone.

I would be TERRIBLY afraid to grow old alone.

Yes...no one should ever be completely alone...it is not right :-(

Yes, I am 52 and have been married to hubby for 23 years, He sustained a bad back injury 5 years ago and has had surgery, and now the 2 disk are in need of another surgery, plus another disk is also in bad shape now and needs surgery on it, and they all scrape the nerves, some nerves where cut by the broken disk before the surgery. The doctor says he will only get worse, and it can kill him. He is on morphine, plus more. So yes I worry alot about it.

Im a female 48 yrs old and single, aND so afraid thats whats gonna happen, theres not a day go by that , the thought dont run across my mind. AND ITS MY LIVING HELL. i WISH i COULD FINd mR rIGHT, I thought I had found him when I was 38 and after us being together for 7 yrs on and off, he left me for a 23yr old at work. that was about 4 yrs ago and Ive still not found another or looked, But I feel like my time is running out!!!!AND IT SCARES ME TO HELL

Totally alone or without a life partner? I can't conceive of myself ever being totally alone. I'm not afraid to age without a partner, though.

I`m honest- I`m afraid

yes

I used to be afraid of that before I had childredn. Now I know I will never be alone.

I'm actually a bit of a misanthrope, so I suspect I will. It doesn't bother me.

I am looking forward to it.

Not really, I am however deeply afraid of getting old without making my mark on this world.

Well by the looks of it now...I am growing old alone.

I've been divorced since 1967. During that time I raised my children, worked, got my degree, my children left home, etc. To me, being alone is FREEDOM. I can do what I want, when I want, with whomever I want, for as long as I want. I've been alone so long I don't think I'd have any respect for anyone who could live with me. If I find I'm getting lonely, I'll get a dog. They're easier to care for and are usually much more loyal.

Yes..I'm afraid to grow old alone..

Yes ! I honestly think everyone is scared of that.

Yes, I would be afraid to grow old alone.

Yes!

Yes, I am afraid to get grow old alone. Especially I do not have any relatives with me. I believe everyone will find their mate someday.

It's a concern. And I agree....you can be alone but not lonely. I find comfort in God and also in fellowshipping and mingling with the people at church. And there are many voluteer programs and programs that re free that you can join and free modes of transportation. In life we make decisions - some make decisions to isolate themselves because of fears and afraid of rejections. Hey if you ARE afriad, DO IT AFRAID!!Please seek Godly counselling to help you where you don't have to go through life alone and lonely! It's never too late to LEARN how to interact with people.Put your pride aside! Also stop looking for answers in people - thats how you end up being disappointed and depressed. Grow old gracefully and not wishes for "the way things used to be" - that can mess up your mind. I'm taking my own advice as I write this. Make amends with family members! The past is the past. Sometimes we hold on to things people have done to us and they've moved on with their life while you're still sulking! Don't give anyone that much control over you!! Final word: CHOOSE NOT TO BE LONELY!!! God bless you and STAY ENCOURAGED!!!!!!!!

I think about it all the time and its a something that has a real chance of happening to me.

To tell the truth. My answer would be no. Not that I would not rather be married. And who's knows. Just maybe some day I will be. But to be afraid to grow old "alone". Well thats one thing I know I'll never be. ....M.C.S.

It's a concern. And I agree....you can be alone but not lonely. My remedy is comfort in God and also in fellowshipping and mingling with the people at church. If you’re not “churchy” and for those who are physically or emotionally challenged there are many volunteer programs and programs/classes/activities that are free that you can join and some with free modes of transportation. In life we make decisions - some make decisions to isolate themselves because of fears and afraid of rejections. Hey if you are afraid, just do it AFRAID!! Please seek Godly counseling to help you where you don't have to go through life alone and lonely! It's never too late to LEARN how to interact with people. Put your pride aside! Also stop looking for answers in certain people – that’s how you end up being disappointed and depressed. Everyone has their own agenda – which may not coincide with yours. Grow old gracefully, cheerfully, thankfully, lovingly. Please don’t constantly dwell & wish for "the way things used to be" - that can mess up your mind. If you are not married and have no children surround yourself and bond with someone who can help fulfill your needs – but use wisdom and guard your heart. I'm taking my own advice as I write this. I’m in my 40’s – never married – and no children. It gets hard and lonely at times but I refuse to stay in that mind set long. It sometimes takes a concerted effort so I get out and help someone – even if it’s just talking to someone to make them feel better or find someone to talk it over with (churches have lines where you can talk to someone all the time on the radio, etc.) You don’t get to a certain stage in life being a fool – count your blessings. And if you’re here reading this you have another chance to “get this thing right”. Make amends with family members and friends. FORGIVE! The past is the past! Sometimes we hold on to things people have done to us and they've moved on living their life while you're still sulking and crying! Don't give anyone that much control over you!! Final word: CHOOSE NOT TO BE LONELY!!! God bless you and STAY ENCOURAGED!!!!!!!!

Yes. I am married 47 years and my wife is 65. I worry about her being left alone. We are not very outgoing and hate to socialize with phony people. She will make it but it will be hard for awhile. I don't think I could cope with being alone. i have a daughter but we are not close. She would help me, I'm sure

long past afraid, more expectant

No, I have my husband of 18 years and my daughter. Plus I am 1 of 5 kids, so I have my sister, brothers, and all their kids.

I'd be lying if I said that the thought hasn't crossed my mind, and yes it does scare me sometimes.

I think so, but I know it wouldn't happen because it's not something I could accept.

No. And no one should be. With 6.6 billion people in the world there is no reason to fear being alone. All that does is paralyze a person. If someone is lonely enough, they find someone. Simple as that. It's automatic.

No one likes loneliness but at the same time I don't mind being alone............

I'm more afraid of being alone in the END, which is a possibility for all of us. We're all islands, I always say.

No, sometimes I wish I had stayed alone.

do not think much of it..just think i will be with someone in the end

I was for many years, It took a long time for me to find someone. But, really in the end when we die we all die alone no matter who is with us.

sometimes but of late I don't have the time to worry about such things as my life is preoccupied with work and other obligations.

Generally. I'm not necessarily afraid, though.

No. Even if I don't end up married or with a significant other, there are other people in my life- friends, family, etc. Although I do think I'll end up married with one or two children.

I think that if I find the right person, Ill stay with them, but for the moment? I love being single. Beeing my age, whatever that is:) you really want to experiment and see what you can get away with

Well the way thing's are going the answer is yes! :( RT no one give ya any point's so here 4 :)

I know if I am alone, it will be because I've chosen to be alone and didn't find that right one. So, I would probably be better off alone than to be with the "wrong" one. There is absolutely nothing wrong with being alone; just more time to share and spend with others.(friends,family,associates,collegues,etc) :0) Enjoy life! Don't allow yourself to become alienated. It doesn't have to be that way. :0)

yes.

No I'm used to it.

I used to be afraid I would become the crazy cat lady. And that I would be in an apartment all alone with tons of cats. Thank god he came along. Now I'm happily a new a wed and I hope this stands the test of time.

I would be a rather silly fear for a happily married woman to have, so no.

I just hate to be alone.. wheater I was old or young :(

i think i would. I work for a law firm and my former boss help me in getting my parents make their wills. And since then, the thought has really scared me to my wits. I am a disabled 40-year old guy. And I find it hard to live without my parents being round. When I was 18, I fell down a flight of stairs and found myself getting osteoarthritis and had been told by my surgeon that I had the hips of an 80-year old. Since then in 2006, I eventually had my right hip replacement. And I am now awaiting for the other one to be done. I also have a wheelchair bound sister from Multiple Schlerosis and end up in an old folks home and she is one year older than I am.

I would rather grow old alone than be in a miserable relatioship the rest of my life.Coming home to a spouse who constantly argues with you is like living in hell. Im a 48 yr old male and have been living alone for 4 yrs after my divorce.