The best ways to celebrate being single - No partner? No problem! If you’re single, celebrate! There’s no better time to reconnect with yourself. Being alone doesn’t mean you have to be lonely! There are also plenty of benefits to being single.

In fact, a study from SAGE Journals found that single people tend to have closer ties with friends and relatives than their “taken” counterparts. Singles were also shown to provide regular support to, and stay in touch with, the loved ones in their lives—more so than those in a relationship.

What else? Well, you can sleep like a starfish! A survey by Amerisleep concluded that single people are getting more sleep. The quality of sleep also tended to decline the longer couples were together, but that may be due to other factors such as mortgages or children.

Now, remember that stereotype about how being in a relationship makes you gain a few love pounds? Well, it’s not entirely untrue. A study done by Psychology Today found that singles hit the gym at higher rates than those in relationships. According to their research, single men work out twice as often as married men!

And great news for single ladies: various studies have found that women without a significant other report having more fulfilling sex lives, doing less menial chores around the house, and overall being happier than married women. Not a bad deal, right?

Indeed, while marriage has proven benefits of its own, such as living longer and a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, if you’re in the midst of singledom, there are plenty of benefits to enjoy. One of the greatest of which is to self-date. That's right! Date nights don't necessarily require a second person.

Check out this gallery for some inspiration on ways to celebrate being single.

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Make a gratitude list -

Making a list of the gifts you have in your life helps you focus on what you do have versus what you don't. Be it good health or a rewarding career, these are all things to be grateful for.

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Ignore your phone completely -

We all know phones can be a major distraction, especially with social media and messages bombarding us daily. So turn your phone off for an hour or a day to completely live in the moment.

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Get physical -

Moving your body is always a great idea. If there's a new activity that you've been wanting to try, like yoga or Pilates, now's the perfect time to make it happen.

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Do good for others -

Find an opportunity to do good for others. It can be by volunteering at your local soup kitchen, mentoring a child, helping out at an animal shelter, and so on.

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Throw a party -

Invite your single friends over for wine and appetizers. Exchange some fun gifts, and then dance the night away to your favorite songs.

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Redecorate your space -

The home is a reflection of who we are, and when there's change in our lives, it can be nice to revamp our living space. It can be as simple as buying new cushions or changing a lamp.

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Take yourself on dates -

You don't always have to wait for someone to take you to the movie theater or an art exhibition. Enjoy your own company and take yourself on dates.

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Get a makeover -

Experimenting with your style can be liberating and feel like a new life chapter. Do something fun and new with your hair, for instance. Maybe you've always wanted to cut it short, or color it red.

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Download a dating app -

Download a dating app for fun and get matched with potential partners. It's a great way to talk with new people that you might not always meet when you're out and about, plus some profiles are simply hilarious to see!

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Take up space in your bed -

If you're single and have a double bed, don't just stick to one side. Take advantage of your big bed and sleep in the middle like a starfish.

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Get creative -

Try out a new art form you’ve been hesitant to test out before. Be it ceramics, dancing, or painting, getting creative is a great way to express yourself.

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Try an activity your ex was hesitant about -

Unfortunately, in some relationships, people might just follow along with their partner and put things you want to do off to the side. So if you're single, try out that activity your past partner was hesitant about.

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Splurge on something you've wanted for a long time -

Everybody has that one item they’ve had their eye on for a long time. So spend your money on yourself and indulge on something special for you!

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Send cards to close family and friends -

Romantic love isn't the only type that we should demonstrate with gestures. Send out cards in the mail or email ecards to close friends and family.

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Work on your personal development -

Take time to work on personal development. It allows you to understand who you are at your core, and what goals you are setting out to accomplish.

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Round up some friends -

Round up some friends to go out with and hit the local bars, bowling lanes, or stand-up shows. Remind yourself that you can have a social life without a partner.

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Buy yourself flowers -

Flowers shouldn't just be given on special occasions. Buy yourself a pretty bouquet that will make your home smell like spring. It's all the better if you have them delivered to you.

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Organize your space -

There's no better feeling than clearing out your place of old and unused items. Take your time to clean out your closet, medicine cabinet, fridge, and whatever else needs purging.

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Get your flirt on -

Flirting can be fun and doesn't mean that you're after a relationship. Enjoy your single self and open up to meet some potential new flings.

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Organize a photo shoot for yourself -

Hire a photographer for a self-esteem-boosting photo shoot. Not only will you have some amazing pictures later, but you will register a moment that you can look back at in the future.

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Splurge on beauty treatments -

Taking care of yourself can never be enough, so splurge on pedicures, manicures, and facials. If going to the spa is not within your budget, then make it a nice evening at home with a facemask.

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Try out a new recipe -

Maybe it was a recipe your past partner hated or just couldn't eat, but you've always wanted to try out. Well now's the time to try it out and enjoy it all for yourself.

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Go out dancing -

Have a fun night out dancing without worrying what time you'll get home. Forget your phone and just enjoy the music. Maybe even have a few drinks first with your friends.

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Go on a solo trip -

Going on a solo trip doesn't only have to be an international one. You can also take a spontaneous road trip alone during the weekend.

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Marathon all the series -

Have a night in to marathon all those shows you've been intrigued by, be it cheesy comedies or trashy reality shows. Do this without compromise or guilt.

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Sleep in as long as you want -

Sleep in as long as you wish without anyone waking you up with their alarm clock. It's your moment to rest all morning without anyone judging you.

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Find out what you want -

Think about what you want out of life or in your next relationship. Meditation is a great way to look within. Journaling is also a great tool for this.

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Embrace your singleness -

Write down all the benefits of being single, like no compromises at home, freedom to come and go as you please, and fewer responsibilities.

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Remind yourself that sometimes it's better to be alone -

This alone time can be a great reminder that it's better to be alone than with the wrong person, causing an unhappy relationship. So have a mini-celebration with yourself!

Sources: (HuffPost) (Glamour) (Bolde)

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