How to Have the Most Amazing Solo Date Night

Making time for ourselves is key to maintaining our wellness and happiness. Whether you’re looking to relax after a long day or you’re simply looking for some quality alone time, a solo date night is the perfect way to recharge and reconnect with yourself.

Setting the Mood for the Perfect Solo Date Night

Creating the right ambiance is the first step to a successful solo date night.

It’s all about transforming your space into a haven of relaxation and comfort.

• Dim your lights or light a few candles to give your space a warm and welcoming glow. This gentle light not only relaxes your eyes but tells your mind that it’s time to relax and be at peace.

• Now for the music! Choose tunes that make you feel good, whether those are your top hits or calming instrumental pieces. Stream whatever feels right to create an appropriate backdrop for your evening.

• Arrange your location for your supreme comfort—whether that means piling the sofa high with cushions, draping your location with the softest blankets, or setting up a comfy corner entirely for you. Consider what makes an area welcoming to you and include those in your environment.

Planning the Perfect Solo Date Night

When planning the perfect solo date night, anything goes.

This is a time to do the things that bring you joy and relaxation.

Here are some ideas to inspire your perfect evening:

• Movie Marathon: Romantic comedies, action-packed adventures, classic dramas — whatever you love, pick a theme or genre and let the stories carry you away as you munch popcorn and snuggle beneath a blanket.

• Reading: Grab that novel that’s been sitting on your shelf unread — or dive back into an old favorite. Create a cozy reading nook with soft lighting and a comfy seat, and let the words transport you.

• Cooking or Baking: Try out that recipe you’ve been staring at or bake something scrumptious. From appetizer to dessert, you’ll feel so much more satisfied when you’ve had the treat of creating it yourself.

• Artistic Pursuits: Allow yourself to be creative and artistic with your activities, such as:
  • Painting – Get lost in colors and brushstrokes.
  • Crafting – Let your imagination come out to play with one-of-a-kind DIY projects.
  • Writing – Take time to journal or try your hand at poetry.

Add a Touch of Luxury to Your Night of Solitude

Solo date nights are all about adding a little luxury to your life. Treating yourself to something special can make the evening that much more memorable and indulgent.

Some possibilities include:

• Gourmet Treats: Dress up your taste buds with a few gourmet indulgences. Splurge on a sampling of fine cheeses, a few pieces of artisanal chocolates, or a glass of premium wine. Savoring the very best can make your solo date night feel that much more of a special indulgence. If you don’t drink or feel as though you can’t because you don’t want to trigger binge drinking, then it could be worth looking into addiction treatment now, while exploring other ways to indulge.

• Pampering Session: Turn your bathroom into a personal spa with a little pampering. Experiment with some of the high-quality skincare products and indulge in a fragrant bubble bath to relax or heal your skin. You might also give yourself a fabulous manicure you can admire for days to come.

• Upgrade Your Surroundings: There are plenty of little ways to enhance your environment, and in each case, you might find it makes the evening that much more enjoyable. Consider:
  • Using your best dishes: You’d use them for an honored guest, so why not use them for yourself and enjoy an elegant atmosphere?
  • Create a cozy nook: Pile on a few extra pillows and stack a few soft throws and you’ll instantly create a beautiful, snug spot where you can relax reading a book or magazine.
  • Slip into luxury: Put on that silky robe or favorite loungewear, and you’ll feel as if the night couldn’t get more luxurious.

Reflect and Unwind

Enjoy your evening and seize the opportunity to unwind. The perfect solo date night is a time for self-care, relaxation, introspection, and reflection.

Some other activities you may enjoy include:

• Journaling: Preserve your thoughts, observations, and new realizations in a journal. Write about the components of your evening that you enjoyed, the concepts or emotions that your evening brought to life, and the new ideas you were able to inventory. Use your pen and your journal as a way to relive and appreciate each element of these carefree moments.

• Meditation: After your evening’s selections have been captured in ink, head to a calm and relaxing spot to end your evening by meditating. Close your eyes, let go of your thoughts, and breathe deeply. Meditate on your slowly growing sense of calm.

How to Enjoy a Quality Solo Date Night

By making more time for solo date nights, you’re taking further steps to practice the necessary art of self-care and making space for the things that make you smile and your spirit come alive.

So, make the perfect solo date night a regular part of your self-care routine.

You deserve to revel in your own company!

Thank you as always for reading.

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Joan Senio is the founder of KindCompassCoach. Her career includes 20+ years as a private sector corporate executive and 15 years as a consultant. The common thread through her professional life has been a commitment to compassionate coaching and leadership, including mentoring early and mid-career professionals as well as current and future executives and leaders. KindCompassCoach articles are backed by research and include facts and advice from relevant experts. Joan is a member of the International Organization of Life Coaches, serves as a thought-leader for KuelLife.com and is a regular contributor to PsychReg and Sixty and Me.