I would also like to recommend. That you get in-touch with some girlfriends. And arrange to meet up and have a nice evening together. Could be a movie and coffee and desert afterwards. If no-one is available. Grab the laptop or a good book and go hit the coffee shop yourself for some peace and quiet. Plan it out for one night next week. Let the boys know your busy that night so they will have to fend for themselves for dinner. Then go out that night.
Take the time to prepare yourself for going out. Enjoy the whole experience. A self date night.
Then work this into your routine. Doing something for yourself.
Enjoy your friends. And enjoy your own company.
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