How do you overcome a fear of being at home by yourself?

Question

My parents are going out of town for 4 days and I have to stay at home to watch our pets I'm 16 years old and am freaking out about being alone by myself at night. All of my relatives are taking their kids to college so that rules out someone staying with me, the dog is a yorkie which certainly wont be protective in any way, and our house is huge with about a quadrillion windows/ doors. Any recommendations on how to tone down my fear?

Answer 1

to avoid your fear ...always turn up the tv or listen to songs so that u don't be in silence and calmness, and often speak to your dog :)

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Get a baby sitter. Let neighbours, friends and the local police know you are going to be home alone for those days. Ask your parents to call you regularly.

Answer 4

well i have a sister who is like that whenever my parents leave us home alone. dude just face your fears it's not that hard. i know its scary at first but do something to get your mind off of it. such as play video games, read a book, watch tv, go somewhere with your friends, have your friends come over and throw a party. Or better getting out of the house and do something so u wont thnk about it.

Answer 5

Have noises to distract yourself. Have the TV on in the background, maybe listen to some music or ring up some friends to talk about stuff. Chat online. Being home alone is fun, but I totally understand that you're a bit scared. The first few times I was left home alone I was 12, and kind of uncomfortable about the whole thing. I'm 15 now and I love it when I'm home alone because I can turn up my electric guitar really loud  haha

Answer 6

Have a friend stay with you. Or you could throw a wild 4 day long party. I'd go fersher.