Be approachable. You know, smile every once and a while! Ask someone how they are doing. No one wants to become friends with a grouch! How are you ever supposed to meet anyone, friends or potential love, when you are mean mugging. You never know what that "small talk" may turn into.
Do things by yourself. I've been in Philadelphia for little over a year now. When I got here I didn't know many people. For at least two months, I was completely miserable because I would go to work and go straight home. I did nothing to make life exciting. I wanted to go and do things but I didn't have anyone to do them with! Then I remembered something my dad always told me. "Brandie, you came in this world by yourself, you are going to leave this world by yourself. You need to learn how to do things by yourself!" It was like a lightbulb had turned on in my head. Now, I will go to a concert, restaurant or movies by myself. I have met some pretty interesting people just being out and about alone.
Value the friendships that you already have. I consider myself to be a good friend. I take pride in that. Everyone does not possess that quality. Nurture the relationships that you have. Just think of them as practice for the man/woman God is preparing you for.
Be a part of something. Join a gym or take up cooking classes! Learn a second (or maybe third) language. This is a great way to meet people who are interested in the same things as you are. Not only will you meet people but you are making yourself more well rounded.
Being single is often mistaken for being alone. Know the difference. Being single is not having a significant other. Being alone is being in a solitude state of seclusion. Just think, this season won't last forever! Embrace your singleness and enjoy it!
Remember, you are fearfully and wonderfully made! Psalm 139:14
I enjoyed your blog, taking it in for myself...I love your family you guys are so inspiring.
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This is awesome! Well written and insightful. I think too often as women we are taught that it isn't good to be single/alone or that if we are alone something is wrong with us.My mom said to be just on Saturday that I am too old not to be married. I know that my time will come if that is what is in Gods plan for me. <3
ReplyDeleteThese are awesome tips! You won't be single for long. It is hard for anyone not to realize how awesome you are just from your blog! Keep it up! I'm definitely looking forward to reading/seeing more!
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