20 Things You Should Know and Do if You’re Single in Your Twenties

20 things you should know and do if you’re single in your twenties:

You won’t be single forever – unless you want to be.
Make sure you’re friends with other single people – being surrounded by couples all the time is depressing.
Put yourself out there.
But also know when you need to look after yourself. Sometimes, wine and a movie on the sofa are more productive and nurturing than another (shite) date.
There will be couples who met on dating apps but remember that if online dating isn’t working for you, it’s okay to throw in the towel.
Remember that being single can be better than being in a bad relationship.
Hang out where the kind of person you want to attract hangs out.
If starting something with a bloke feels forced, that’s because it is and you need to consider if it’s worth pursuing.
Checking your phone will not make him text you. Ignore your phone for a while, put it on aeroplane mode or leave it upstairs and go out.
Men will upset you. You will probably upset some men.
Actions speak louder than words. Some men will say things to you that fill your heart with joy. Some men will abuse your kindness. Ditch them.
Even in moments of loneliness, try to remember that past relationships ended for a reason.
Know your values and what you want from a relationship. Don’t settle for less.
Some friends will offer rubbish advice and some friends will offer the advice you need to hear. Know who to talk to in different scenarios.
Get a bloody hobby (ideally one that doesn’t involve reading or writing on your own).
If you can, travel. No one ever regrets going to new places, only that they didn’t. Before you know it, you’ll be married or have children or life will “get in the way” and then it will become a lot harder to book a long, or last-minute, trip.
Energy creates energy.
Know what makes you happy and do loads of it.
Smile. Happy people are more attractive. Be the kind of energy you want to attract.
Lead the life of where you want to go.