I've often thought about what it takes to keep me alive and humming happily along on this planet. You know what it is? The Art of Self-Keeping, and the most successful singles have mastered it.
I'll use myself as an example. I live in a completely remodeled two-bedroom flat. The contents of my closets rival the styles in most specialty boutiques. Alas, I have so many clothes; I could wear a different outfit every day for at least two years. I own no fewer than 60 pairs of shoes, 18 of which are black, and 28 pairs are flip-flops for my tropical moods. When I feel it's necessary, I indulge in full body massages, imported chocolates and South Sea island vacations. And my social life? Not too shabby.
Do I consider myself high maintenance? You betcha! But I can't worry about that because I'm busy creating my life, as I should be. After all, if you don't pay particular attention to the care, feeding and amusement of YOU, you can be sure that no one else is going to pick up the slack.
Steal This Life: The Essentials Exercise.
Take out a sheet of paper. Make two columns. Label one column "Things I Must Have" and the second "Things I Must NOT Have." Keep the sheet handy and add items at your leisure. You might surprise yourself and restock your life's pantry with delicious, fortifying new things.
Excerpted from "The Single Girl's Manifesta" by Jerusha Stewart
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