Find this reaction rude and unnecessary?

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I’m going to Bali for a month, change of scenery and as I’m hybrid I’ve had it signed off from work so I’ll be able to work 2 weeks out there too. Meaning obviously I won’t have to use my annual leave.

Some colleagues have asked who I’m going with and I’m going alone. The reaction has been “aww” as in they feel sorry for me.

I’m single but I have amazing friends and family - and ultimately I don’t have many friends that would be able to give up a month of annual leave if not allowed to work out there too and potentially also have the funds.

I’m going for me. No one is forcing me so I don’t understand the sympathy.

Try not to be annoyed. These are obviously people who are unable to stand their own company. People who will never understand the joy of doing whatever the hell you want. It is these people who deserve an 'aww'.

Personally, I am envious. A whole month away, with nobody else to consider. Sounds fantastic. I hope you enjoy every minute of it!

Have a fabulous time. Real rest, relax & recuperate opportunity for you. You don't need someone with you for that.

Most people don’t have the confidence to do such things alone, let alone know how to enjoy their own company, that’s all it is. Let them know how great it is traveling alone!

I get that when I mention I go to the cinema alone - it’s exactly the reason I was initially worried about going alone. If anything I’d feel reflected sympathy. Imagine thinking you can’t even go places alone to the point you pity others who can. I like myself, so I like spending time with me. And I don’t think that’s anything to pity.

Unfortjnatelt my me time is limited to cinema visits on my afternoon off! I can only dream of a trip to Bali…

i think the reaction is a bit shit
they should be proud of you - no sympathy is needed.

I think their reaction is weird. I'd be so impressed and probably a little envious that you have the confidence freedom and independence to do it yourself because it's not something I'd be brave enough to do alone! So fair play!

I have friends, family and DH but I love going away on my own (and to the cinema!). It’s just different and nice to have that experience. People either do or don’t ‘get it’, and that’s really about them, not you. Have a great time!

Some people can't be alone. It's baffling for them.
Don't take it personally and enjoy!!!
Well jel here

It's also women thing, isn't it.
When i had to leave dh for prolonged period to sort something with my parents, no one said a thing to him.
When the tables turned I was treated by everyone like I need a responsible adult at all times and poor me.🙄
We had a good laugh about it few years ago

i dont know
an old male friend went on a similar trip on his own
i didnt saw aww though - and he was a married man!