Everyone’s got a private side, and when we think no one’s around, our weirdest habits tend to come out.
They’re not always overtly bizarre or outlandish, obviously. Sometimes it’s just little rituals, quirks, or moments of pure nonsense that would be hard to explain if anyone actually walked in (unless that person secretly does the same thing when they’re alone). Here are just some of the things people do when they assume they’ve got the place to themselves. If these are familiar to you, don’t feel like a freak—you’re not alone, as it turns out!
Talk to themselves like they’re in a comedy show
It starts out casual—just muttering about where the keys went—and next thing you know, you’re narrating your entire afternoon out loud like you’re starring in your own awkward little show. Full commentary, fake arguments, sometimes even different voices.
Most people won’t admit it, but self-chatter is common. It helps you process your thoughts, vent your stress, or rehearse that conversation you’ll probably never have. It’s only weird if someone catches you halfway through a dramatic pause.
Make ridiculous faces in the mirror
Not the polite, checking-your-teeth kind. We’re talking full-blown expressions—raised brows, squints, weird grimaces—like you’re testing out how you’d look as an evil villain or a cartoon character. No real reason. Just vibes. It’s a strange form of self-entertainment, and honestly, kind of fun. Mirrors become this weird little stage where you can act like a complete idiot and still feel totally safe doing it.
Dance in ways that would get you kicked off any dancefloor
There’s the dancing you do in public, and then there’s the unhinged flailing that happens when a good song comes on and no one’s watching. Elbows flying, hips doing their own thing, maybe a few dramatic spins just for the drama of it all. No one cares about rhythm in these moments. It’s about release. That song hits a nerve, and suddenly, you’re Beyoncé, your living room is the stage, and the curtains better be closed.
Sing with wild confidence (and weird lyrics)
In public, you mumble, but alone? You are the concert. Every word is sung with full emotion, often with completely made-up lyrics when your brain blanks mid-verse. And if it’s a sad song? You’re acting it out like a heartbreak scene. It’s got nothing to do with sounding good. It’s about the pure joy of being loud, dramatic, and completely off-key without anyone interrupting your moment of greatness. Shower walls are the only audience that truly understands.
Walk like they’re in a movie scene
There’s the normal walk, and then there’s the slow, thoughtful movie walk you do while deep in thought. Maybe you stare out the window, pace the room, or pretend to look tormented like you’re about to deliver a monologue to no one. It’s dramatic, unnecessary, and deeply satisfying. To be honest, sometimes imagining your life as a film just makes the mundane stuff feel slightly more interesting.
Use their pet like a therapist
You start talking to your cat or dog like they’re your oldest friend, spilling out your frustrations, secrets, and random complaints. They look at you with confusion (or sleep through it), but that doesn’t stop the full conversation. Pets don’t judge. They’re just there. Plus, when no one else is around, it feels natural to give them all your emotional baggage, even if they’re clearly more interested in their biscuit bowl.
Randomly break into accents
For some reason, being alone gives people a sudden urge to try out terrible accents. British, Southern, French—you name it. You’ll probably never use them in real life, but that doesn’t stop you from testing them out mid-laundry. It’s like your brain just wants to keep things interesting. You’re folding towels in a dodgy Australian accent, asking your cat if they fancy a walkabout. There’s no real goal—just chaos for its own sake.
Google things they’d never ask out loud
When no one’s peering over your shoulder, your search history gets weird. You go down rabbit holes you didn’t see coming—like “Can plants feel stress?” or “What’s the proper way to eat a kiwi?” There’s something comforting about curiosity with no witnesses. You get to ask all the stuff you’d never say out loud, and no one’s around to raise an eyebrow at the fact that you just spent 30 minutes reading about lava lamp safety.
Check how they’d look crying
For reasons no one fully understands, sometimes people try out their sad face in the mirror. It’s not always on purpose—it starts with an emotional thought, then suddenly you’re half-testing what you’d look like in a dramatic crying scene. It’s bizarre, but also kind of human. There’s something curious about seeing yourself vulnerable, even if it’s a bit of a performance. Just don’t get caught. Explaining that one is hard.
Narrate their own cooking like it’s a show
Source: Unsplash Alone in the kitchen, you’re not just making toast. You’re hosting your own cooking segment, describing every step like there’s an audience hanging on your every move. “And now we add the cheese… gently.” It’s harmless fun, and honestly, it makes boring meals way more entertaining. You might not be on TV, but for those few minutes, your pan-fried eggs have the spotlight they deserve.
Try to remember their old dance routine from school
Source: Unsplash You hear a throwback song and suddenly, your body decides it remembers. Before you know it, you’re doing half-baked choreography in your socks, trying to hit the moves from some talent show 15 years ago. It rarely looks how you remember it, but it doesn’t matter. Something about moving your body to that old beat just lights up your brain, even if you’re slightly more creaky now than you were at 14.
Say “ow” when nothing hurts
It’s a reflex at this point. You bump into a table? “Ow.” You drop your keys? “Ow.” You stand up too fast? “Ow.” Half the time, there’s no actual pain involved—it’s just become a default reaction to life being mildly annoying. No one’s around, and yet you still say it like someone’s keeping score. It’s a weird little habit that only really makes sense when you catch yourself doing it and laugh at how automatic it’s become.
Rehearse entire conversations that haven’t happened
When you’re alone, your brain loves to run wild with made-up scenarios. You rehearse what you’ll say in that imaginary confrontation, apology, or deep chat that probably won’t ever happen. Full dialogue, pauses, and all. It’s weird, yes, but also kind of comforting. Practising those conversations makes you feel a little more prepared, even if you never end up needing the script. Just don’t let anyone walk in halfway through your imaginary takedown of Karen from HR.
