3 Ways to Invest in Yourself While Single

A prime opportunity to see, do & grow.

At one time or another, I’m willing to bet that we’ve all felt being single was a curse. A glitch in the karma matrix keeping us from the partnership and the happiness we deserve.

After spending my post-college life as a single female, not addicted to retail, I wasn’t sure I’d ever meet someone to satisfy my Gemini need for intellectual conversation and make my life easier rather than harder.

I can’t put my finger on the exact moment of my paradigm shift, but I realized that being single was a gift, not a curse. An opportunity to spend quality time with the person I go through life with, myself.

Here’s how I used my time to build self-confidence, learn what brought me enjoyment, and ultimately prepare myself for the true love I never saw coming.

1. Reduce time spent on online dating.

Great matches can start in dating apps, but I got to a point where swiping and small talk felt like a chore. I was looking for something specific among a sea of endless profiles. I took back my time, deleted the apps and committed to attending more in-person events that matched my interests. I took a rowing class, joined a nonprofit board and professional organization, attended…