How to be happy on your own?

[Lorddenning1]

Is there some sort of secret, how do you be happy on your own, do you just get on with it, learn to accept it it,,,
I would like to meet someone eventually but I think I want to stay single for a bit so I don't end up with the wrong guy, in a single mum to 2 babies.

Ah, I've just realised that this is an update to a thread from back in November!

Glad to hear your update OP!

I am single but do have a FWB. I used to see him about once a week but I relocated and now it's maybe every 2-3 months. We usually message on WhatsApp daily and it's just nice to have someone I can count on for good sex every now and then!

In terms of the house being empty when you get home - if this is still an issue, strongly consider getting a pet(s) - one you can leave alone while at work. So not a dog. Cats, or - my personal favourite - rats! Rats are very intelligent, sociable and affectionate! They can be trained to do tricks, which is great fun for the kids. I currently have some baby girl rats for sale (in South Yorkshire) so send me a PM if you want more info

I have also found things like volunteering really brought me happiness and a sense of purpose. I used to volunteer at the local RSPCA shelter once a month and it was great for meeting new people, getting me out of the house, and giving me a general boost. It also forced me out of my comfort zone in terms of making me interact with people who were, e.g., coming to view animals for adoption, or selling raffle tickets at events, etc. They are all things that would have made me run a mile in the past but because I was "Doing it for the Kitties" I pushed myself and actually discovered I have quite a knack for rapport building and making small talk with strangers.