More like "Happy Single Awareness Day"

So I promised myself that I would write a blog for those who happen to be on the other side of Valentine's Day this year. Some singles totally ignore and deny the reality of Valentine's Day.(Raise your hand if you are that person) Others simply embrace Single Awareness Day and are happy with that, others not so much. We all have experienced this side of the holiday at some point and depending on how we handle it determines how many "love is for losers" or "This holiday isn't even a real holiday, it's pointless" comments we make. 

I have decided to share a few tips that I have learned on how to survive and handle Single Awareness Day this year. Again, I am no expert, but I have had my share of single Valentine days. I must give credit to Eric Treuil for an indirect contribute to this blog. Here it goes:

1. There is Hope- The great thing about this holiday is that the way you celebrate can change every year. So that means, if you are single this year, you may not be next year. Don't be discouraged. We all desire relationships with others rather it's friends or lovers. Your day will come.

2. Don't be surprised- This obviously isn't the only time you realize that you are a single individual. So don't be surprised when you wake up tomorrow and there aren't any roses or love letters waiting on your porch on windshield. 

3. Capitalize- Relationships require time, duh! Since you have more free time now, capitalize on the friendships you have currently. Get to know people a little bit better than just surface level. Friends are important!

4. Be content-Live your life today. It's easy to not fantasize about the future and our future love lives. However, there are things that are going on around us now. Take care of those things and don't miss out on the opportunities in front of you. Be content with yourself and try not to live far ahead of today.

5. Who's your source?- God made us to be in relationship with Him. So we will forever have a spot in our hearts that we will try to fill with all sorts of things. No matter how great and loving your future significant other will be, they still won't fill that space that God specifically put there. It's for Him. So start there first!

6. To find the One, be the One- Get yourself together and figure out the things you need to work on before being inside of a relationship. Learn what you like about yourself and what may need to change for the better. 

7. Practice Commitment- This is really important in a relationship. Be a man/woman of your word. Practice being committed to the things you say you are going to do. The big reason for divorce these days is because we practice it in our dating relationships! We date, figure out something we don't like about someone, then breakup. Practice commitment with the little things. Keep your word!

8. Group Fun- Go hang out with some friends on this day and don't be bitter. Simply enjoy yourself and be glad! Your time will come. 

I hope these tips help! Feel free to share any that may have helped you in the past! Happy Single Awareness Day!