How to find a relationship during the holidays
Change your strategy

	With so much emphasis on family and couples during the holidays, single women and men find it very difficult to have fun. Many actually withdraw from the festivities and either spend time with their single friends or just waste what is the greatest time of the year. This strategy is not helpful at all for singles. On the other hand, holidays are a great time to be more social to increase your chances of finding a relationship.  It's Just Lunch has some excellent tips on how to improve your prospects for dating: Step outside your comfort zone and shift your social circle - We all have an acquaintance we promise to make plans with when we run into them, but never do.  Actually make the plans and carry them out this time. By getting to know one person outside of your social circle you are opening yourself up to meeting everyone in their circle, increasing your chances of meeting someone you're interested in.
	Attend every holiday party you get invited to, even the ones you normally would turn down - While at a party, set a goal to strike up a conversation with at least 5 people you don't know. By leaving a lasting impression, the people you meet will be more likely to think of you when they are trying to set up other singles they know.
	Move to a new neighborhood - This is a little dramatic and who has time to move during the holidays? Instead of packing up your boxes and relocating, get your coffee and cocktails, do your grocery shopping and go on a run in the neighborhood next to yours. You'll be crossing paths with a new group of people and will start seeing the same people throughout the week, creating a great opportunity to strike up a conversation.
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