Having grown up all over the world with diplomat parents I was always having to get to know new people. I'm a weirdo in that I love turning up to events where I don't know anyone, as my son's says it's a chance to reinvent yourself....often to comedic ends...but we all love the hilarious stories. My father was instrumental in my lack of fear of going anywhere alone. As a young adult he made me go to cinemas and restaurants on my own which really dispelled my fear and encouraged independence. After all if men can eat alone why shouldn't we be able to. It's often a matter of maintaining a resting bitch face so no one bothers you!!