So, you’re single, and you’ve been single for a while. You’ve tried the dating app, and it didn’t work out for one reason or another. It could be that you’re not meeting the right type of people, or maybe you just haven’t found the right person yet. Either way, it doesn’t mean your life will always be this way. However, if you want to be in a romantic relationship next year (and I mean really want), there are some steps you can take now to turn things around. These tips might not bring about love itself, but they will help set the stage for your future happiness. So without further ado, let’s not be single next year!
1. Make Sure You Actually Want To Date
If you’re looking for a new relationship, make sure you actually want to date. It’s easy to get swept up in the idea of having someone there for you and not think about whether or not dating is right for you. But if your heart isn’t in it, you could end up creating more problems by forcing something that might not work out.
There are plenty of reasons why people don’t want relationships — maybe they’re just not ready yet, or perhaps they aren’t interested in dating yet. So don’t force yourself into something that doesn’t feel right just because everyone around you seems happy with their significant other while all your friends are getting engaged left and right. If it’s meant to be, it will happen when it happens—without any pressure from anyone else!
2. Be Yourself
Don’t pretend to like the same things as someone so that you can impress them, or try to fit in with the crowd. It’s not worth it if you have to give up who you are. You should also be open-minded about who you meet and what types of people are out there for you. Don’t assume that your ex-girlfriend was right for you and close yourself off from dating other women because she wasn’t a good match! There may still be someone out there who is perfect for you (and not just her). After all, there’s no use in being picky. Remember, don’t easily reject someone because they’re different than what would suit your “type.”
3. Be Able To Hold A Conversation
This is probably the hardest part. If you can’t converse with someone, they’ll never want to talk to you again. It’s as simple as that. People don’t like talking to boring people more than they like being bored. It’s okay if you don’t know what to say or how to say it (most people don’t), but learning how isn’t hard at all—just start practicing!
4. Stop Living Too Much On The Internet
Social media is great for meeting people and keeping in touch with friends, but that doesn’t mean you should be spending all day scrolling through Instagram or swiping right on Tinder. In fact, keeping up with social media makes it harder for you to meet people IRL. The more time you spend scrolling through the profiles of people who aren’t in your area, the less likely you are to go out and meet real-life humans who might actually be interested in dating you. So it’s time to go offline and do something else. Go out and have new experiences!
Last but not least, don’t beat yourself up. It’s not your fault if you haven’t found someone yet. Dating can be complicated and often feel impossible, especially when you’re just starting out. But don’t be afraid to try new things and meet new people. You might find the new you, too!
Single? Not next year.
