I think I'm meant to be single. Relationships are very demanding. I guess it can work, but you have to have the right partner. I just haven't found that person yet.

I really think you need a year of grieving, overcoming the pain and putting things in proper perspective. I'm just beginning to feel whole again, and I'm actually very happy with me and my life.

What's helped has been giving myself time and taking care of myself and my health. That's been a priority. I'm not pushing myself to do things or date again. My saving grace has been staying physically active ... I'm coming to grips with being single again.