Dating can feel exciting, daunting and exhausting – all at the same time. Whether you’re newly single or have been dating for a while, you’re probably feeling all kinds of emotions.
While you might be dating to meet the one, remember that being single can be a lot of fun too. From new experiences to meeting people who might just end up being friends (or stories you end up telling your friends), it’s time to embrace being single and all the things that come with it.
Want to navigate the single scene with confidence? Here are some tips to help you see things through new eyes.
Date… But Do Other Things Too
Dating when you’re single can be a thrill, but it shouldn’t be all you do in your spare time. Instead of focusing on your next date or where you can meet potential dates, focus on experiences that make you happy and feel comfortable in your own skin.
From spending time with friends and family to discovering new hobbies, let your single life make you feel fulfilled in lots of ways. Dates will feel much more exciting when they’re a bit more spread out!
Focus On Trying To Meet People Who Share Your Interests
A lot of your time dating can feel like a waste. Why do you keep meeting the wrong kinds of people or people you have nothing in common with? Maybe it’s time to date a little more according to your interests.
Branch out and try to meet people who share your interests. Want to meet someone who loves running? Try a park run club. Interested in meeting an animal lover? Volunteer at your local animal shelter. Consider how you can meet people – it doesn’t always have to be an app or a nightclub.
Enjoy Solo Experiences
Having confidence when you’re single means being comfortable in yourself and learning how to spend time on your own. Solo experiences can be empowering, and give you the time to think about what you really want from life.
You could discover a love for solo hiking, going to live music on your own or going on a cruise. Make the most of the opportunities that come your way – you never know where they might take you.
Travel
Sometimes it can feel like you’ve exhausted the dating scene where you live – so why not venture further afield? Plan trips where you can meet some brand new people – it can be refreshing not having anyone in common!
Go overseas and explore Miami spots for transgender people, or travel somewhere where people share your values or your culture. The world is too big to limit your dating life to one postcode!
Meet New People, But Meet Some New Friends Too
Navigating the single scene doesn’t have to be just about meeting people to date, it can be about meeting new friends too. There are several ways you can make friends as an adult, from book clubs to the gym.
Making some new friends could boost your social life, and could even lead to meeting someone special. Putting yourself out there to meet some new people could boost your dating confidence, while helping you build a circle of people who can help you make the most of life.
Don’t Let It Get You Down
It’s easy to let being single get you down, especially if it feels like all your friends are dating or are in relationships. Changing your thinking around dating can make a big difference.
By learning to de-stress and stop tying your worth to relationships, you can focus more on living in the moment and opening yourself up to experiences that will make you happy.
Enjoy Every Second
Many people look back on their single years fondly. It’s a time when you get to be yourself, explore your interests and hobbies and make it all about you. Once you enter into a relationship, it becomes easy to fall into being one half of a couple and spending every moment together – so make the most of the time you get to yourself! With nobody else’s feelings to consider and time that’s all your own, it’s important to make the most of it – you may never get time like this again.
Yes, single life can be tough, but it also comes with a lot of incredible experiences. Take the time to discover yourself and form a relationship with yourself – you’ll find you’re a really good person to get to know! When you’re happy in your own skin, your confidence will shine through – and that’s a pretty amazing thing, whether you meet someone or not!
Thanks for stopping by!
Magda
xoxo