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A woman’s identity and self-esteem do not depend on her marital status. Being single is not a tragedy. She is now becoming the trademark of a ‘superwoman’, whose eyes are focused on the top rung of the corporate ladder. She walks tall in her self-confidence and is warm, friendly and fun.
Some women are single by choice. Careers and economic independence leave no time for permanent relationships. They grow up with new sets of values and want partners who can live up to their expectations. Furthermore, New Age Morality has made sex readily available, without commitment or responsibility. Some may choose to be celibate and dedicate their lives to God.
Some are single due to circumstances. Responsibility to care for parents and younger siblings, chronic ill health or physical disability, financial constraints, and inability to pay dowry are some of the reasons. Divorce, the death of a partner or separation leave behind many single mothers who courageously move on with their lives.
Because marriage (despite its current unstable status) is the social norm, people tend to spread myths about the single state. Some believe that singles are selfish and self-centered and do not want to share their lives with their partners. Some think they are boring and socially inept. Traditional women feel that they are incomplete without a spouse.
Whatever the reason, staying single does not detract from a person’s sexuality, nor does it make her undesirable as a woman.
If you are a single woman, here are ten valuable tips to celebrate your singleness.
– Have confidence in yourself and show the world that you are capable of managing your affairs. You don’t need a man to validate your worth.
– Be well groomed at all times. Dress to look distinguished but not flashy. Your choice of colors should enhance your look and your style should be poised and graceful.
– Be happy. It is very true that when you laugh the world laughs with you; But when you cry, you cry alone.
– Be well informed on current affairs. Stay on top of the times. It helps you stay young and vibrant. Pursue personal goals such as studies, languages or music, and cultivate new hobbies.
– Be careful in money matters. Learn to manage your finances wisely and live within your means. Always save something for a rainy day. Beware of scammers looking for rich, single women to take advantage of.
– Being socially inclined. Cultivate warm friendships with people your own age who have similar interests and hobbies. Avoid gossipmongers or chronic grumps. They will depress and demoralize you.
– Be open to relationships with the opposite sex. Relate to men positively. Healthy friendships are possible as long as you don’t think that all men want to court you or conquer you with evil plans.
– Be proud of your sexuality. It has to do with your whole personality and how you relate to others. It makes you a warm, loving and understanding woman, regardless of your marital status.
– Be a good manager of your time. Creative impulses and energy can be channeled into hobbies. Reading, writing, painting, music or theater are rewarding activities.
– Be useful to society. Look around you and see where you can help others with your talent, time, or money.
Someone said, “Being single is not second-rate. Singleness is not a disease that can be cured by marriage. For many people it is a sacred calling.”
The secret is to accept your status and grow by tapping into the vast resources of love, kindness, compassion, and patience within you.