Getting to Know Yourself: 12 of The Best Places for Self-Dates
Are you looking for an ideal way to practise self-love and self-care? Have you considered dating yourself, before anyone else?
This isn’t to say that, if in a relationship, a person shouldn’t be spending time with their significant other — going on dates with them, learning to have better conversations with their partner, and growing together as two separate individuals. Today, we’re aiming to show you why, regardless of your relationship status, you need to get to know yourself first and foremost.
Hoping to get to know yourself better by enjoying some unique date ideas for a party of one? What about just trying to figure out the logistics of how to date yourself? You’ve come to the right place!
Enjoy a coffee at your favourite café
You’ll see how easy dating yourself is when you go out once a week to grab a warm drink at your favourite coffee shop. Taking this time to do some creative work, journal, or just sit quietly is a small gift to yourself.
Go out to do some window shopping
Wondering how to date yourself? Strolling along your favourite shop-lined avenue, around a mall, or even popping into a new store to look around is an easy way to get out of the house and revel in the alone time.
Watch a movie at the theatre
At times, we want to be alone without having to acknowledge our emotions. Whether that’s because we’re having a rough time at work, are thinking about leaving an abusive relationship, or are getting over a breakup, watching a film at the theatre is the perfect distraction.
Cook your favourite meal for yourself
One of our preferred tips on dating yourself is to stick with what you love! An example of this? Making your favourite meal and eating it all on your own.
Take yourself out for dinner
Have you moved in with your significant other and can’t steal those moments alone to make dinner for just you? Instead, visit your top restaurant pick and gobble up a meal there.
Play games at your local arcade
While playing videogames at home is a fun way to pass the time, treating yourself by going out to hang out at an arcade changes things up. Not only can you try out new games, investing some extra time and a bit of money in yourself will feel good.
Head out on an afternoon stroll
One of the significant ways a person can learn how to have a better relationship with their partner is by improving their relationship with themself. When you take yourself on dates, including walks around the neighbourhood that don’t cost a penny, you have time to recognize (and then reflect on) your thoughts and feelings.
Explore a nearby museum
One of our tried and true tips on dating yourself is wandering around a museum. Immersing yourself amongst the art, jewels, artifacts, and sculptures can be as therapeutic as it can broaden your knowledge of the past.
Unwind at a spa
A sure way for anyone to love their body as it is, is by treating it kindly. Visiting a spa for a deep tissue massage, manicure and pedicure, facial — whatever! — will have you feeling fresh and relaxed.
Read a book
There’s nothing quite like curling up with a good book. In the winter, sitting by the fireplace is ideal, while summertime calls for fresh air on the back porch or balcony. If you prefer, writing is a great alternative.
Teach yourself something new
Still unsure of how to date yourself? Spend some time learning a new skill, like playing an instrument or speaking a new language. Whether you’re currently surviving a dry spell or not, you can also get to learn more about your pleasure through masturbation.
Plan a weekend getaway
Sometimes, a getaway from your regular life is exactly what you need! Plan a short trip, whether locally or not, stay in a hotel, and explore a new area. You’ll thank yourself for it!
Whether you’re newly single, casually dating other people, or in a long-term relationship with someone you’re madly in love with, it’s important to continue dating yourself. By taking yourself on dates and spending some alone time with your thoughts and feelings, the time spent relaxing and introspecting will help you better learn about the person that you are.
With this knowledge, you can be a better family member, friend, and partner. Most importantly, though, getting to know yourself means that you can be better to yourself.
Do you take yourself on dates to get to know yourself better? Do you have any tips for dating yourself? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
