Relationship Breakup Advice

(Bianca Miciano)

Everyone talks about how wonderful things are when youÕre in a relationship. They sing about the beauty of love and how it feels like to be with someone you deeply care about. But what about the people out there who have yet to find that one special person after being in a string of failed relationships? If you're alone once again, does that mean that youÕre less happy? That you have yet to find the true meaning of your life? Of course not! Being alone also comes with its own set of perks. People talk about relationships, but they hardly mention the beauty of living on your own. There are men and women out there who are completely content to be on their own. ThatÕs because they realize that they donÕt need anyone else to complete them. Jeremy Maguire may disagree, but you do have to be fine on your own before you embark on a successful relationship. As you live through life with only your friends and family to count on, itÕs time to realize your self-worth. You need to be strong. You donÕt have someone to drive for you, to be there for you in the middle of the night, and to give you that peck on the lips before going to bed. So what? It doesnÕt mean that youÕre never going to have this, but more than that, youÕll actually learn to be self-reliant. ItÕs not always about being alone. Rather, itÕs knowing how to stand on your own two feet. This is your time to steer your life to the direction you want it to go. Focus on your interests and pursue your dreams because you arenÕt answerable to anyone right now but yourself. Be your own cheerleader. You still have a lot of hurdles to face, but you can do it. Once you rediscover love, you know that you donÕt need anyone to reach the top. This is you being responsible for your own happiness. ThatÕs because no one is stopping you from going anywhere and doing whatever it is you want. If you hook up with someone, youÕre not cheating. This is actually your chance to get out there and see what type of person youÕre into. The next time you do feel sad and lonely, tell yourself that youÕre the only one with the power to truly change things. Keep psyching yourself until you feel the need to actually be better. ThereÕs no stress because no one is going to question what youÕre doing. Be carefree. At this point, you can be your indecisive self until you do figure out what you want out of life. ThatÕs because the only baggage you have to carry is your own. Plus, being alone is so much better than being stuck with someone who stops you from reaching your potential. Just think of your situation this way: fate is holding out on you until youÕve experienced everything. Life has a way of putting everything in perspective, and you just have to ride the wave until then.