Valentine's Day is upon us and many in Texas celebrate the day of love.  However, what if you don't have a Valentine this year and you're single?  Don't worry there is some good news for you.

Texas is One of the Best States in the U.S. for Singles!

Don't worry you won't be without love to long, unless you want to be single.  Keep in mind there is nothing wrong with being single, but if you want a partner, then you're in the right state for love.

Why is Texas One of the Best for Singles?

The answer is simple, it's dating-friendly.  Wallet Hub did an extensive study on all 50 states to determine which one was the best for singles. They looked at 29 different indicators to determine what states were best for singles and which ones were the worst.  Some of those factors included the share of single adults, the unemployment rate for singles, and even the number of restaurants per capita.

Texas Ranked #4 for the Best State for Singles

  • 1st for movie theaters per capita
  • 1st for restaurants per capita
  • 4th for romance and fun
  • 5th for overall dating opportunities
  • 18th for mobile dating and online dating opportunities

If comparing the study from last year, Texas has dropped two spots from 2nd to 4th.

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If you want the best opportunities to find your partner, Florida is the number one state in the country for singles.  The state to avoid when it comes to dating opportunities is West Virginia, which is the worst state for singles.

Dating can be tough these days.  You always hear the horrors of dating on social media, but as the saying goes, "You have to kiss a lot of frogs to find a prince (or princess)".

What are the Red Flags to Look Out for When Dating?

  • Controlling behavior
  • Love bombing
  • Jealousy
  • Lack of Communication
  • Gas Lighting
  • Isolating you from your family and friends
  • Extreme emotional reactions
  • Substance abuse
  • Rushing the relationship
  • Disrespecting your boundaries and those of others

Those are just a few.  Never ignore major red flags, and always trust your gut.  If it says run, then run away fast!

Now get to dating and have fun!

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