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But, Erica, you don’t want to wake up one day old and alone…

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Healing from your past takes a lot of self-work, and are we ever really fully healed? Probably not.

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Single shaming is when people ask questions or make comments that imply that they are sad for you or that you should be sad that you are single.

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I wasn’t really single; I dated myself.

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When single awareness is constantly in your face, it’s hard to combat it with positive thoughts about being alone.

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You are always the one that has to do all the calling, all the texting, all the reaching out.

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“You should date this person I know, they’re single too.”

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No matter what you choose, here’s to you.

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What is it that you are dreaming about? Go ahead and give it a try!

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Taking time to focus solely on the loving and caring of you is the best thing you can do for yourself, and for everyone else that could potentially come into your life.