The thought of being alone in public is terrifying for most people. The majority of us have this close-minded mindset that to be alone is "uncool" or weird, but honestly, it's amazing.

In today's society, we are hardly ever truly alone. I started doing small tasks by myself and quickly realized how great it is to be 100% in tune with yourself. Spending quality time with yourself is good for your soul, mind, and body. Setting aside alone time for yourself is the foundation for a happier lifestyle. Here are seven self-dates you need to go on to boost your happiness:

1. Grocery shopping

Grab your headphones and jam out to your fav tunes while checking out those Gala apples at Publix.

2. Coffee date

Whats better than a venti very berry hibiscus? Enjoying a venti very berry hibiscus in complete peace.

3. Thrift shopping

Shopping by yourself allows you spend 2 hours roaming around Ulta without anyone trying to get you to leave before you've tried all the lipsticks your heart desires.

4. Eno-ing

Grab your eno and that book you've been meaning to read for six years and hang in a tree.

5. Workout class

Go to your gym's next barre or yoga class to kick off your health.

6. Breakfast date

What a better way to start your day than a breakfast date with yourself? Perfect time to reflect on your goals for the day.

7. Matinee

They're cheap, fun, and awesome.

In a perfect world our partners, friends, and family would make us feel 100% complete and fulfilled, but we don't live in a perfect world; so, take the time to make sure your needs are met. Try dating yourself.