How to be Single

I am realizing that after all this time... the majority of my college career.... I don't know how to be single. I have spent the past couple years putting someone else's needs before my own. Don't get me wrong, I'm not complaining. I chose to come second. It seemed far more important to make sure he was happy. So I dropped what I was doing to see him when he asked, I surprised him with weird little goodies, or I sent mush-ball text messages for no reason. These were all things that I wanted to be doing, because his happiness mattered more than my own. Even after all that, he left me. Now, I don't know how to come first in my life.
So once again, I am creating a list. It is time to take control.

All the things Single-Life has to Offer.
     1. Say "yes" to opportunities
If you've ever been in a relationship, I am sure you can agree that you turned down an opportunity because your significant other wouldn't like it. If you are anything like me, you'd ask yourself, "How would I feel if he did this?" Now, you don't have to ask yourself that question. If you want to try something new, go out to dinner with an old friend, or hit up the bar... do it. Put yourself out there and have fun!

     2. Invest in yourself
What is it that you like to do? Who would you like to become? This is the time to find out. Join clubs, sports, or spend time with friends. You should be figuring out everything there is to know about yourself now. This way when the right person comes along, you will be ready. You'll know who you are and where you stand.

     3. Build better friendships
In my opinion, this is the best thing you can do for yourself. Work towards happy and healthy relationships. Consider this practice for when the right person comes your way. You will know how to work together, compromise, laugh, talk, and disagree. Surround yourself with fabulous people and feel fabulous!

     4. Flirt
Go out. Have fun. Meet people. In no way am I suggesting that you lead on everyone you meet, but remember that it's okay to put yourself out there. Even if it leads no where, who doesn't enjoy having a bit of fun and feeling good in the process.

     5. Answer only to yourself
This ties into every other option listed above. When you go out, when you agree to try something new, or when you laugh with your friends, remember that the decision is yours. It is about doing whatever you need to do to make yourself happy. How you decide to live your life is up to you.