~ Actor Rajeev Khandelwal (the former Sujal in Kahiin To Hoga), who has lived on his own for the last 10 years, articulates the importance of doing things on your own. "There is nothing around the house I can not do -- be it cleaning, dusting, washing, ironing. I love cooking. Learn to do things yourself," he says.

~ Saving for a rainy day is very important. "If you have a regular source of income, it makes sense to save some for a rainy day, to tide you through rough weather. Money plays a very important role in life at the end of the day," says Rajeev.

~ Get your priorities right. "Never abuse your freedom. One can indulge in small pleasures as long as one has his priorities right. In my field of work, there are certain schedules I need to follow religiously. If I need to go to the gym tomorrow morning, I cannot drink myself silly tonight. One needs to know their limits," he says.

~ Actress Diya Mirza stresses the importance of safely. "Live in a safe locality with very good security systems and nice neighbours," she says.

~ VJ Yudi adds, "Don't leave your family for the heck of it. Your parents' home is a good place to be. Live alone for the right reasons, if it helps you grow as a person, for your career, for better prospects, not because you want to get away from family." 

~ Planning is essential. There is the milkman, the newspaperman you will have to attend to, bills to be paid etc.

~ Never cut ties with your family or say bye to your past. Strengthen every relation and offer support in return.

~ Be strong. Don't run away from problems. Face them head on.
 
Planning to live alone? For all you know, you might surprise yourself and come face to face with a whole new transformed you. You'll discover facets to your personality you never knew existed. It's a great exercise in character building. Don't forget, though, it is also a lot of hard work.