Ladies, stop looking at those other couples around you and stop getting caught up in those rom-com movies. Don't put this picture in your head of how things "should" be. Our society's perception is that if you're single, you must be unhappy -- which is totally not the case because there are people who live fulfilling single lives. I've also found that if you're in a relationship, you're automatically happy ... pfftyeah okay. I have had the displeasure of experiencing horribly wrong relationships that people I know have settled into. With that said, it's okay to take your time.

Don't rush into things. Don't lower your standards just for the thrill of being in a relationship. The right person for you will eventually come along, and if it's meant to be, it's meant to be.

Find your passion and chase after it. Put yourself first; it's okay to be selfish. Focus on your studies, needs, and goals. Focus on your family and your friendships. Take this time to find yourself. Who are you? Are you who you want to be? Learn to love yourself before you love others.

You have freedom! Cherish the time you have to yourself. Have some fun! Go out with your friends, experience new things; open your eyes to new possibilities. I firmly believe everything happens for a reason. It may seem like your life is a series of unfortunate events, but life is just preparing you for what is yet to come. Remember that when one door closes, another one opens. Let go of any inhibition and take chances because you'll never know where life can take you.

It may seem miserable right now constantly feeling like a third wheel between the rest of your friends in relationships -- trust me, I know what it feels like; but things will get better.

The only person you should focus on making you happy is yourself. You are a strong and independent person. It is perfectly okay to be single. There is nothing wrong with you. Use the opportunity of being single to love yourself and to work on being the best version of you.