this will be appreciated. Also keep your conversations upbeat. By listening and responding in a positive way will not only help you to impress but can also make your conversations more interesting.

5 Do something different. Sometimes it can be easy to fall into a routine, perhaps going to the same place for a drink or for lunch. Try going somewhere new for a change. Ask your friends or colleagues for places they recommend and try them out.

Christmas can be a special and happy time – but it can also be lonely. And if you are hoping perhaps for some romance and the chance to meet another, these tips may help.

1 When you go out, and especially when there is the chance of possible socializing, make an effort with your appearance. Put on something you like and feel suits you. Also give attention to your hair and general grooming, perhaps adding a dash of your favorite perfume or aftershave. By making an effort with how you look, it can help make you feel special and give you a general lift.

2 Take up social opportunities. If there is an office party or the company you work for holds a Christmas event go along. Similarly if there is a special occasion or gathering in your area, consider going. Have a look in your local paper and see what events there are. Also are there any local hobby or interest groups that appeal and you can join? The main thing is that this can be a good time to get out and with opportunities to meet others. It is by taking action and being involved you will have more chance to meet people.

3 Think positive. Although you may feel lonely and despair over your situation, think of your qualities. Think of the compliments others have paid you and personal successes you have enjoyed. Think well of yourself and say some positive affirmations. ‘I am friendly,’ ‘I like meeting people,’ ‘I am at ease in company,’ ‘I am interesting to be with,’ ‘I am … ‘and add your own words. Remember, as you think, so you become and regularly repeating positive affirmations to yourself will help.

4 The art of good conversation is being a good listener. When you meet another, be attentive and listen. By listening and taking in what is being said you will be showing courtesy and respect and this will be appreciated. Also keep your conversations upbeat. By listening and responding in a positive way will not only help you to impress but can also make your conversations more interesting.

5 Do something different. Sometimes it can be easy to fall into a routine, perhaps going to the same place for a drink or for lunch. Try going somewhere new for a change. Ask your friends or colleagues for places they recommend and try them out.

aftershave. By making an effort with how you look, it can help make you feel special and give you a general lift.

2 Take up social opportunities. If there is an office party or the company you work for holds a Christmas event go along. Similarly if there is a special occasion or gathering in your area, consider going. Have a look in your local paper and see what events there are. Also are there any local hobby or interest groups that appeal and you can join? The main thing is that this can be a good time to get out and with opportunities to meet others. It is by taking action and being involved you will have more chance to meet people.

3 Think positive. Although you may feel lonely and despair over your situation, think of your qualities. Think of the compliments others have paid you and personal successes you have enjoyed. Think well of yourself and say some positive affirmations. ‘I am friendly,’ ‘I like meeting people,’ ‘I am at ease in company,’ ‘I am interesting to be with,’ ‘I am … ‘and add your own words. Remember, as you think, so you become and regularly repeating positive affirmations to yourself will help.

4 The art of good conversation is being a good listener. When you meet another, be attentive and listen. By listening and taking in what is being said you will be showing courtesy and respect and this will be appreciated. Also keep your conversations upbeat. By listening and responding in a positive way will not only help you to impress but can also make your conversations more interesting.

5 Do something different. Sometimes it can be easy to fall into a routine, perhaps going to the same place for a drink or for lunch. Try going somewhere new for a change. Ask your friends or colleagues for places they recommend and try them out.

and you can join? The main thing is that this can be a good time to get out and with opportunities to meet others. It is by taking action and being involved you will have more chance to meet people.

3 Think positive. Although you may feel lonely and despair over your situation, think of your qualities. Think of the compliments others have paid you and personal successes you have enjoyed. Think well of yourself and say some positive affirmations. ‘I am friendly,’ ‘I like meeting people,’ ‘I am at ease in company,’ ‘I am interesting to be with,’ ‘I am … ‘and add your own words. Remember, as you think, so you become and regularly repeating positive affirmations to yourself will help.

4 The art of good conversation is being a good listener. When you meet another, be attentive and listen. By listening and taking in what is being said you will be showing courtesy and respect and this will be appreciated. Also keep your conversations upbeat. By listening and responding in a positive way will not only help you to impress but can also make your conversations more interesting.

5 Do something different. Sometimes it can be easy to fall into a routine, perhaps going to the same place for a drink or for lunch. Try going somewhere new for a change. Ask your friends or colleagues for places they recommend and try them out.

tions. ‘I am friendly,’ ‘I like meeting people,’ ‘I am at ease in company,’ ‘I am interesting to be with,’ ‘I am … ‘and add your own words. Remember, as you think, so you become and regularly repeating positive affirmations to yourself will help.

4 The art of good conversation is being a good listener. When you meet another, be attentive and listen. By listening and taking in what is being said you will be showing courtesy and respect and this will be appreciated. Also keep your conversations upbeat. By listening and responding in a positive way will not only help you to impress but can also make your conversations more interesting.

5 Do something different. Sometimes it can be easy to fall into a routine, perhaps going to the same place for a drink or for lunch. Try going somewhere new for a change. Ask your friends or colleagues for places they recommend and try them out.

this will be appreciated. Also keep your conversations upbeat. By listening and responding in a positive way will not only help you to impress but can also make your conversations more interesting.

5 Do something different. Sometimes it can be easy to fall into a routine, perhaps going to the same place for a drink or for lunch. Try going somewhere new for a change. Ask your friends or colleagues for places they recommend and try them out. By making changes you will find this can lead you to meeting new people.

December is often a month of fine social opportunity and, by being active and making an effort, who knows who you may meet and what may come as a result?