subject: The Best Way To Take Your Self On A Night Out [print this page] Who among us has never experienced going on a date that was a total disaster? Maybe you swore off dating for a time because of that experience.
It is time to think outside the box. Did you ever consider taking your self out on a date? You do not have to be single to do this; even those in relationships can participate!
If the first thing that came to your mind is you all dressed up eating dinner at a fancy restaurant all by your self, think again. While that is a fine idea if it is something you would like to try, there are many ways to plan special and meaningful time for your self.
Ok, let's go back and think about how you felt before you actually went on the date from hell. You did not know it was going to turn out badly so you were excited or at least curious.
The point is how you felt before the date was a good feeling, one that uplifted you. Forget the way it made you feel afterwards, it is in the past.
How to "self" date
Plan in advance. Having something to look forward to is always positive.
Pick something you love. Choose whatever you really like to do, this is your creation.
Do something new. Is there something you have been secretly wanting to do but never got around to it? Here is your chance, go for it!
Prepare for the event. Make sure that you are giving what is exciting or important to you the time it deserves.
Follow through. Do not cancel on your self, really that is rude!
Have fun. Enjoy the experience of doing exactly what you want, when you want and just for you.
"Date" ideas to get you started
Plan a weekend long yoga retreat
Spend an entire day browsing yard sales
Book a spa day
Take your self to breakfast at a local inn
Load up a picnic for one and go to a park
Rent a limo, dress up and hit the town
Go to a movie and then get ice cream on the way home
Arrange for a personal trainer to come to your house
Take a cooking class
The ways you can nurture and spend time on your self are as unique as you are. You are telling your inner self that you are worth it.
If you are planning a "date" where you know others will be participating too, do not feel like you have to explain why you are there alone. In fact, it may be that in the process of affirming your self in this positive way that you make new friends!
