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Going on dates by yourself

Though some people might find this kind of depressing I actually see it as the opposite. It’s really been a while since I’ve done this but I see it necessary to go on a date with yourself once in a while. Go to a cafe, take a walk without any destination in mind, or you might as well go to the cinema on your own. More than an act of self love I perceive it as a way to embrace solitude and get to know yourself more; It brings so much inner peace and helps to heal that part of yourself that finds loneliness daunting. There is a beauty in everything and solitude is not the exception.

@esnupilover

Oct 7, 2024

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DATE YOURSELF

find out how you feel cared for and loved then start doing it for yourself. I luv pampering myself and new experiences my fave ways; taking myself to a movie (nitehawk is my fave for movie and food and maybe a lil drink), solo dining at your favorite spots or somewhere you’re dying to try, library dates, cafe dates, spa days (buy a day pass just to sauna and relax), dedicate an evening each week to a ritual just for yourself- this will strengthen feeling comfortable alone, finding new confidence to get out of your head plus you genuinely start missing your independence and how WELL you know yourself- having a weekly mandatory ritual made this sm easier and less awkward

@persephones

Feb 26, 2024

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Solo Dating

“Who are you when you’re not performing for the people in your mind” What to do when you’ve been stuck behind a desk all day, everyone’s unavailable, and you’re craving a coffee or a walk in the park? With the business of life, and consuming nature of the fleeting hour, we cannot help but find ourselves submitting to the mundane cycle of living ordinarily. We find ourselves following the same routine, and loosing ourselves within them. Whether striking up a conversation with a fellow solo diner at a restaurant or exchanging smiles with strangers in a bustling park, I discovered the joy of genuine human connection outside the confines of traditional dating dynamics by simply taking myself in a date. Solo dating has been a transformative journey for me, offering a sanctuary from the noise of everyday life and allowing me to truly discover who I am when I'm not performing for the people in my mind. Initially, the idea of dating myself seemed foreign, even daunting. At first, it was simply an excuse to account for the bustle of life, and how difficult it is to make plans with people. But as I embarked on this adventure, I realized its profound impact on my well-being and personal growth.  It provided me with invaluable alone time, free from the pressures of social expectations. It became a refuge from feelings of loneliness and isolation, offering moments of genuine connection with myself. Through solo dates, whether it was exploring a new hiking trail, savoring a meal at a cozy café, or simply enjoying a quiet evening with a book, I cultivated a deeper sense of self-awareness and contentment. Peel back the layers of self-doubt and societal expectations to reveal your authentic self beneath the facade—and take yourself on a date or two.

@madhearts

Apr 18, 2024

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making life easier for yourself

i've been doing little things to make my life a little easier, like leaving a bottle of water, iron supplements and some belvita soft bakes right by my bed so i always have breakfast, water and iron in the morning, and keeping a very condensed set of skincare stuff right by my toothbrush - it might not be as effective as having more but getting myself to use a cleanser, moisturising sunscreen and vaseline every day has already made my skin feel so much better which has just gotten me more excited to do my routine every day. plus, getting body sprays and haircare stuff and just products in general that you really like the smell of is a game changer because now i get to smell like pineapples and caramel every day! it's such little things but it makes me happy and keeps me doing a routine of things that are good for me :))

@ravioli

Jan 30, 2025

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dopamine dressing

i love wearing clothes with fun colours and comfy textures, i feel like it just makes you so much happier walking past mirrors! i got this handmade chunky rainbow sweater with this lovely criss-cross decorative stitching on the outside that makes it look fun and patchworked, and something about the colours just makes me so happy! same with dungarees, i can't believe i only recently picked up a pair because they really do make you feel like the plucky main characters from the books we read at age eleven ( ˶ˆᗜˆ˵ )~✩‧₊

@ravioli

Jan 9, 2025

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scrolling through your own instagram

i went through my instagram and looked at all the posts and all the slides and wow, my friends all look so happy. i miss being the person who takes a million photos because i captured so many happy moments. that side of me still comes out in certain friend groups but theese days i feel like i have less inclination of reach for my camera. some people say it's living in the moment but for me part of living in the moment is the craving to capture it. people criticise social media for only showing the good parts of life, and i absolutely get that, but it's fun to look at when it's yours and you forget how whimsical and lovely life can be sometimes. lot of yap to say that i love taking photos and i adore my friends but it's par for the course at this point <3

@ravioli

Feb 17, 2025

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