If you’re a veteran single gal like me, then I am sure you can relate to how frustrating it can sometimes be to be the only one of your friends who isn’t in a relationship. From being tired of having to constantly postpone girls night because your friends would rather be coupled up, to wishing your nights of going out were over too and you had a boyfriend of your own. I know this feeling all too well, but having so much alone time really does help you find out who you truly are.

Embrace your freedom.

You’re young! You have the rest of your life to be settled down. Now is your time to dive into new waters head first. Go to parties, meet new people, embrace the time you have with yourself while it’s still here. When you’re in a relationship there are going to be sacrifices that have to be made when you add another person into the mix, but when it’s only you you're worrying about, there’s nothing standing in the way of going after what you want. Single life is beautiful if you don’t let your own insecurities hold you back.

Become your best self.

There is no time like the present to starting working on you. Use your alone time to your advantage and find healthy ways to improve your life. Set new goals for yourself at work, schedule a time to go to the gym everyday, find friends that bring out the best in you. When you grow from the inside out, everything else will fall into place. It’s hard to find your true self when you’re involved with a significant other. So don’t wait around for someone to make you a better person, be your own inspiration!

Bad days are inevitable.

It’s only normal that you’ll have your bad days too, it happens to everyone. There’s going to be moments where you just want someone that’s there for you no matter what, that’s not your mom or dad. While single life has it’s lonely days, don’t let times like this mess up your mojo. You’re a strong independent woman! Grab some Ben & Jerry’s, pop in a sappy rom-com, cry it out, and tomorrow get back to being the self-sufficient boss that you are! Bad days are just what they’re called, days, and don’t let them stop you from enjoying the good ones.

You are not alone in your loneliness.

While being single can be a little isolating, you aren’t by yourself. Find single girlfriends to hang out with. I’m not saying drop your relationship friends, but it won’t hurt to find people that are where you are in life. There’s not a better feeling than calling up your girls and planning a fun night for everyone! Paint your nails, do facials, have the most stereotypical slumber party you can imagine. Whether you’re 15 or 25 spending the night with your girl squad is never a bad idea.

I hope this guide gives you some insight on how to live your best single life. Be who you are, do what you want when you want, and never forget how absolutely amazing you are all on your own.