VALENTINE'S DAY SORTED!

In a relationship? Great! You're good to go - it'll be dinner, cinema, a romantic walk, drinks at a bar somewhere decorated with all things red and hearts, or a cosy night in designed to have the obvious happen... Perhaps all of the above and then some if you're being spoilt, LOL!

Single and without [any available] friends to enjoy the day/evening with to distract from being alone on Valentine's Day? Keep reading...

I don't succumb to the money making scam at all! It's just another day that is 'sold' as something we must all 'buy' into. Literally!

This year V-Day falls on a weekday and so, you might be at work [which could be a big enough distraction], or you may feel too tired after being on the job to be concerned with any evening plans. Nonetheless, here's a list of things you can do [during the day, or evening] which may prevent you from feeling all doom and gloom on February the 14th!

⦁ Bake some goodies and deliver to the homeless in your area
⦁ Arrange a family get together [with those who are also single]
⦁ Start the planning process of a project you've wanted to get off the ground
⦁ Find out if your solo elderly neighbours want some company on the day too!
⦁ Begin reading the book you've been putting off [unless it's a romance novel]
⦁ Indulge in a hot bath, feel-good music [no romantic songs] and some bubbly
⦁ Spend the day sightseeing - wherever you live - and discover some new things
⦁ Have a clear out - sort out your cupboards, wardrobes etc., and get rid of the clutter
⦁ Watch that TV show, film, or documentary you've been meaning to watch, or catch up on
⦁ See if there are any local events for singles that may be of interest to you - go along without any expectations and treat it as a bit of a business opportunity [network]

Don't pressure yourself. It really isn't that deep at all. Celebrate the love you have for yourself; your achievements to date and all that you have overcome thus far. Put a new spin on V-Day, think of it as 'Love Day' meaning: to love God, oneself, family and friends. The name of the day is a firm fixture, how you feel about it can change whenever you're ready.

Thanks for reading, hope it's been helpful.

HAPPY LOVE DAY a.k.a Valentine's Day 

a.k.a Nonsense Money Making Scam Day!

                                 Written by Charley Jai - @charleyjaiuk 

                              All details and information correct and up to date at the time of publishing.

SINGLE CHARLEY

This is a question many people have asked me numerous times!...... “How are you so happy being single, Charley?” I mean, firstly, rude! Ha-ha!

Secondly, I'm living! That's how... Also, I'm excited by the daily blessings, challenges, opportunities and every other positive aspect of my life. That's not to say I am finding ways of keeping busy so as to distract myself from not having a partner [so don't even come at me with that], I just really, really enjoy having lots to do and fulfillment, for me, has never truly come from having that so-called special someone in my life. Such people have added to my happiness however, they are certainly not the reason for my happiness. Plus, the solo-ship enables me to get to know myself in a way that I have never found possible when in a relationship, which I'm loving. The End!! 

However, continue reading because, the following may be of use to you if you're without a partner and find life in the single lane a little difficult.

GET ON WITH TICKING YOUR LIFE

• Professional/career pursuits
• Personal goals
• Study a new subject
• Explore a new city

BE MORE SOCIABLE

• Meet-up’s with friends
• Spontaneous day trips
• Join a gym/start home workouts
• Take up a new hobby

STEP INTO DAILY APPRECIATION

• Get to know yourself or a deeper, authentic level
• Check your faults/flaws and look at where you can/need to improve
• Establish your short term goals [which can change depending on lifestyle changes, etc.] 
• Learn to be comfortable with yourself – your own company, who you are as a person, etc.

GET SOME PERSPECTIVE

It would seem that a lot of people place HUGE importance on a ‘need’ to find their ‘perfect’ partner and settle down. Personally, that would be really nice [we all want that] but, I am not at all desperate nor in a rush to meet someone with whom I might enter into a long term committed relationship. At the time of sharing this post, I am more concerned with the relationship I’m having with myself and with God!

I think independence, self-worth, positive people [close friends, family and the alike] and environments are what you should be indulging in whilst single. Try to spend quality time with those whose values and standards match your own especially when it comes to your spiritual, mental and emotional well-being. The impact of the beliefs and opinions of others can make such a difference to the type of people you meet and welcome into your life. Be conscious of that.

Try not to allow yourself to be so easily influenced, or pressured into ‘finding’ yourself a partner. Life is too short to waste it on the search for your 'other half' when you have yet to get things right with who you are and achieve your [short term career, or personal] goals. No matter how long it takes, I genuinely believe that, eventually we each meet [organically] The One with whom we are compatible. BE patient, stay active and remain hopeful. You're so deserving of true love and it will come your way when you quit desperately calling it to arrive.

Written by Charley Jai - @charleyjaiuk

All details and information correct and up to date at the time of publishing.