Saturday 9 July 2011

Happy Being Single

It can be tough to be single when all your friends around you are married or in a relationship. It’s hard not to feel like a third wheel and you might start wanting to decline invitations to meet your happily paired-up friends. If you aren’t taking a break from dating, and are on the lookout for that perfect person, be happy while you’re looking. Easier said than done? Read on.

First – realize that if you are single, it isn’t a problem. Don’t focus on what you don’t have; be happy about the things that others envy you for. This is the time for you to savor your freedom and indulge yourself. It is also an opportunity for you to spend some time with yourself, figuring out what you really want. Catch up with old friends, read the books you’ve bought but haven’t started as yet. And pamper yourself—you deserve it. Join a gym and indulge in spa weekends. Go shopping and splurge on clothes, shoes, that new bag – whatever you want. If you know you’re looking better, you will feel more confident, and that will show in your attitude.

Don’t refuse invitations to go out. Think about focusing on friendships, old and new. Surround yourself with positive people. Now is not the time to encourage those who are skeptical about love and relationships. Get out there. You’re only going to meet someone if you go out and look. Meet friends, enjoy time out with them, and let them pair you up with people. You’re also free to play the field, remember? Accept dates, and take the pressure off yourself to find someone. You’ll be surprised to see yourself having fun. At worst, you might not find someone you want to date, but you’ll probably have a good time while you’re waiting for the “one” to come along.

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