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Say Goodbye To Lonely Saturday Nights
According to a classic Frank Sinatra song, Saturday night is the loneliest night of the week. Are you like Old Blue Eyes — spending the hours in between your work week and Sundays wondering if you’re missing out?
After all, daytime TV shows and women’s magazines sometimes make it sound like you have to have a romantic partner to live a full and happy life. Regardless of your relationship status, you may also be one of a growing number of adults who tend to feel isolated as technology takes the place of face to face conversations.
Make your weekends happier and more productive. Use these tips to transform your lonely Saturday nights into your favorite hours of the week.
The Social Solution:
1. Call a friend. There’s an upside to not having a date because now you can hang out with your buddies. Invite them over for a potluck dinner or go out and try something new. How about practicing your swing at a softball training center or taking a knitting class?
2. Make a standing date. You’re more likely to stay in touch with your friends if you keep them on your calendar. Set a monthly date and take turns planning the agenda.
3. Offer to babysit. Brighten someone’s day by volunteering to watch their children while they go out. Plus, you’ll get to spend some…