Carpe Diem

Many people seem to live their life on hold, waiting to meet Mr. or Ms. Right. Seize this time! Buy yourself flowers if that will make you happy, eat by candlelight with your finest plates. Take yourself to the movies. You can also use this time to deepen friendships with members of the same sex. There are some real advantages to being single. You can have the girls/guys over all night playing cards or watching movies. You can volunteer for the Big Brothers/Big Sisters of America. You have free time that you wouldn't have otherwise if involved in a relationship.

Don't Change Your Standards

Alice also wondered, "Maybe my standards are too high?" This is also a natural conclusion, however resist the temptation to compromise your well-thought out standards. You may even want to make a list of the "non-negotiables" for moments of weakness. I don't mean "blue eyes, blond hair," but things like honesty, tenderness, good communication, similar goals in life, etc. Do not settle for less than the best - you are worth it.