7. Get assertive. Note: I am not saying aggressive, but assertive. There is a big difference. Start conversations with strangers—on a plane, standing in line at the post office or at the bank, waiting for your car to be washed, in line at Starbucks—anywhere there are people waiting and biding time. If you see someone who looks kind, warm, or friendly, don’t hesitate to make a simple comment or ask him (or her) a question: how he likes the book he’s reading or the car he’s driving. This tip applies especially to women. 8. Gain flexibility. Open your mind to new avenues, new cultures, and new thinking. 9. Gain efficiency. Don’t waste time by playing games. Either people are interested in a relationship or they aren’t. If you meet someone you think might be a potential partner, and the excuses start flowing, or the games begin, move on. 10. Gain confidence. Improve your appearance; add exercise to your daily regimen. Eat healthy foods. Take care of yourself. You will have more positive energy, which will make you a more desirable person.
Present a positive attitude. A smile is the ticket to making yourself approachable and likeable, both necessary when you are seeking a new mate. 11. Grieve and heal before you begin looking for a new mate. If you’ve recently lost a spouse or partner, give it all the time you need. But that doesn’t mean you don’t go out to enrich your life and be involved with new people. That helps to overcome loneliness. Your life is not over; it has just changed. 12. Gain knowledge and insight through learning and enjoying new experiences. Go back to school. Take an acting class. Travel. 13. Go gray. Remind yourself that being single later in life isn’t so bad. In fact, it’s pretty darned good. It gives you the freedom to do and pursue whatever you want. 14. Give yourself credit and a pat on the back from time to time. After all, you’ve made it this far in life. And, there’s a lot of life ahead to live.
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