In a previous post, I talked about travelling alone and how much I enjoy it. In a similar vein, I'm also a strong advocate for dating yourself.
This may sound odd, but what I really mean by this is taking the time to do something you enjoy and doing it on your own, making it special for yourself!
This morning I took myself on a solo brunch date in a local cafe. I took a book with me and spent 30mins reading, with some yummy vegan banana bread and a cappuccino.
Now this doesn't sound like a big deal - it was only 30mins in a cafe after all!
But how many of us really take the time to do things like this regularly?
How many of us will regularly take ourselves out for a few hours for dinner, or to visit a museum, or to walk alone in nature, or anything we feel like doing there and then?
My guess would be not many.
In my experience, going on solo dates helps me to clear my head, to relax and enjoy my own company without feeling the pressure to socialise, and usually leaves me feeling invigorated and inspired.
It's a form of self-care and self-love, demonstrating to ourselves that we value and care for ourselves.
If solo dates are something you've never tried, I challenge you to try it just once!
It doesn't matter what you do, whether its a cup of tea alone watching the sunrise or an adventurous day out somewhere - anything you like! What matters is the intention to take a little time to show yourself some love and care in this busy and hectic world.
And let me know what happens :)
Happy dating!
Emily
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