It is okay to be single. I promise you, you are not the only one in the entire world that is single. There are other single people out there just like you and me. And although you might be tired of hearing the fact that you are single and having it continuously being pointed out to you by everyone you know, you are not alone. I know the feeling. But honestly, being single has taught me more things than I realized at first.

Being single has taught me who I am. It has taught me that, by being single, I can really learn more about myself. I never would have guessed I could paint if I hadn’t been single. Being single has given me more opportunities to learn more about my personal likes and dislikes. It has given me opportunities to sit at home and relax. Which might sound lame and boring, but sometimes it’s necessary to live happily.

Being single has taught me to make memories. It has taught me that there are so many things out there I still haven’t seen or done. And those memories don’t have to wait to be made till I have a boyfriend in the picture. They can be made on my own or with my friends. I can keep those memories by writing them down or photographing them. And I know not all memories made are always going to be good, but it has taught me to make as many memories as I can, whether with friends or on my own.

Being single has taught me it’s okay to be the third wheel. Yeah, sometimes it can be annoying or make you feel bad, but it also can be okay. When I’m being the third wheel, I’m spending time with my friends that I care about. I’m still making memories and I’m still having fun. And who knows, someday your best friend might be third wheeling you.

Being single has taught me exactly what I want in a relationship later. It has taught me what I want in a boyfriend. Some might think that sounds like I'm being too picky, but honestly, being single has given me time to evaluate past relationships. It has taught me to learn from the past mistakes made. It has taught me to focus on why we broke up in the beginning and think about that when I do think about starting another relationship.

Being single isn't the end of the world. It isn't going to hurt you. It will not change overnight. We need to know the importance of waiting for it and not trying to look for it. So, learn more about yourself and make those memories. Be a third wheel and think about what you want in a relationship to come based on evaluating your past ones. But if all else fails, remember, it is okay to be single.