An NHS doctor has spoken about why women should consider attending gigs solo after research found one in five feel ‘anxious’ about doing so. In response to the study by viagogo, Dr Ally Jaffee, has taken to social media to share five practical tips – and a bonus acronym – on how to boost your confidence. And why it’s so important for women to feel welcome in live music spaces.
The psychiatry doctor uses TikTok and Instagram as a way to reach a new audience – and help people improve their overall wellbeing. “Being comfortable enough to attend events such as gigs on your own is one of the most liberating experiences you can have,” Said Dr Jaffee. “I myself have gone travelling on my own, attended the theatre, cinemas, restaurants all by myself and it has improved my self-confidence massively.
In modern life we tend to avoid our own company, distracting ourselves with other people. “The one certainty in life is yourself; if you can feel comfortable alone you will see so many improvements. Your resilience will improve, your self-esteem will increase and it inevitably leads to more choices.
“You’ll be able to do things on your own terms and not be a sheep by conforming to what other people want to do.” Dr Jaffee has teamed up with viagogo to share her advice ahead of the company’s ‘Solo Socials' – an event specially designed to bring solo giggers together. To secure free tickets for the ‘Solo Socials’ event, you can complete this survey .
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