Life Hacks to Being Single and Happy

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Many research studies suggest that those in relationships are happier than people who are single; however that is not always the case. Some people are actually happier living a single lifestyle while others may find themselves single at the time being as a matter of circumstance even though they still desire a relationship. The single population in the U.S. has doubled since the 1960’s. More and more people for a variety of reasons are living the single lifestyle.

While at times living a single lifestyle can be lonely and lack the support and companionship that many relationships provide, there are also positives about being single. Being single is less about the box you check on an application and more about what you are learning about yourself. A single person is strong and able to live independently, and able to truly take the time to know who they are as an individual.

Living a single lifetime whether for a short period of time or as a long term situation does not mean you are doomed to despair and loneliness. It is entirely possible to be single and happy, to embrace the situation and make the best of it. Here are some life hacks on how to be single and happy.

Set Goals

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Being single is not a time to sit back and let life pass you by. Discover your purpose. What do you want to achieve? What areas of your life do you want to improve or experience growth in? Find your passion and go after it! Hold yourself accountable. Be productive. Sometimes when we are in a relationship it is easy to lose ourselves, to forget what our interests, hobbies, hopes, dreams and passions are. Now that you are single it is time to untangle yourself from the prior relationships and redefine you. Do something every day that brings you a little closer to your goal or to embracing your passion. Discover what motivates you and excites you and pursue it. Now is the time to figure out what you really want in life, what excites you, what makes you happy.

Skip the Excuses

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Learn to enjoy your own company. If there is something you want to do, do it. Don’t feel sorry for yourself and miss the opportunity because you don’t want to go alone. Have fun, meet people, and take advantage of opportunities that present themselves. Sometimes you can learn a lot by just sitting back and people watching! Don’t let your life pass you by waiting for someone to do all those things on your bucket list with you. If you do that you may miss the opportunity to cross a few things off your list. Travel, learn a new hobby, go to restaurants and try new foods, go to concerts and shows, take a class, whatever it is that energizes you just go do it! Who knows, you may just make some new like-minded, lifelong friends in the process.

Practice Gratitude

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We all get down sometimes and the dating scene can certainly do a number on your ego at times. Implement a practice of gratitude to help you control your thoughts and emotions and keep you from being sucked down the emotional rabbit hole on difficult days. When you notice your thoughts going to the negative, to the poor me, to the self-loathing thoughts, stop yourself. Immediately start reciting mentally or outload all of the amazing things you do have in your life. From big to small, recite them all. Refocus your mind on what is good, on the blessings you have in your life. Stay focused on the positive and it will lift your spirit and bring more positive vibes your way in the process.

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