This past Saturday night, I cheated on my boyfriend – and loved every last minute of it. I went on a date with… myself. And I’d do it again in a heart beat.
The holidays are always super busy. We all have a million commitments to do this and that, and so much of our attention is focused outward. To turn inward and make an evening of calm amidst the chaos, I decided to go on a date with me.
First, I downloaded Marianne Williamson’s new book, A Course in Weight Loss. A friend recommended that I read the book, as much of the information is relevant to my own life philosophies and the topics that I discuss at Davey Wavey Fitness. The book is incredibly powerful and refreshing – it was wonderful to spend a few hours with it.
Then, I lit a few candles around my tub and took a long, soaking bath in the dark. With a long list of things to do, I promised myself that I wouldn’t feel guilty while taking the time for myself. And I didn’t. I savored and enjoyed every minute of it.
Afterward, I cooked a nutritious meal to honor my body and watched an action movie on pay-per-view before calling it an early night.
When things get hectic, it’s not always easy to make time for ourselves. But when things get hectic, it’s especially important to do so. By taking an evening for myself, I’m able to greet the world and my long to-do list with a more present, aware, grateful and loving self. I’m able to be the best version of myself.
Cheating on my boyfriend and taking myself on a date was a wonderful experience. I’d encourage you to do the same, especially if you don’t have the time.

December 13, 2010 at 12:23 pm
Hi D!
This is unacceptable! Shame on you!
December 13, 2010 at 12:35 pm
I know what you mean. My weekend was well spent on baking, decorating and making playlists for Chrismas parties, writing a few snail-mail cards and some window shopping followed by a cold, spicy Christmas brew. All at a slow and relaxed pace, because most of the holiday enjoyment is in the preparation and anticipation.
December 13, 2010 at 12:49 pm
That is not cheating. That is tking some quaity ME time which we all should do more of.
Get real!!! Marianne Williamson’s new book, A Course in Weight Loss. Tell me this is a joke. First she should write book A course on how to recover from anorexia bulimia. I guess f you could reat it through with sense of humor.
December 13, 2010 at 1:00 pm
ooooh! nice plan! I’ll do just that. let’s see…. I’ve already eaten and finished a day of work in complete solitude thanks to my ipod, after W&G, I’ll quickly get the dishes done and hop in the candlelit shower:)
December 13, 2010 at 1:08 pm
@DW,
Would you go on another date with this person? Did you two (you and yourself) have sex on first date?
I go on dates with myself all the time…here lately too much…my dates involves a snuggie, glass of wine (maybe the bottle), and a book. I always fall asleep before the sex..just my luck….or too drunk or both (intoxicated and passed out).
December 13, 2010 at 1:25 pm
-Crosses fingers-
Pierre Fitch, Pierre Fitch, Pierre Fitch…
Maybe I should read the article first… -grin-
December 13, 2010 at 2:44 pm
I’ve been done this lately, and it’s great. After working out, I usually take my time to walk in this beautiful place we have in Rio, that’s called Lagoa. Today was sunny and warm, and the day was just great. So, I took a time to enjoy myself, get a little tanned, and just enjoy life with myself.
December 13, 2010 at 6:01 pm
It’s only cheating if you skipped your daily call to the bf.
We all need personal time. I think we have to be whole ourselves to make a whole relationship with another. So take your self dates and recharge that which is you. In the end it enriches that you share.
T
December 13, 2010 at 6:59 pm
As a shameless fan of “bad” action movies, I have to ask: What did you watch?
December 13, 2010 at 11:25 pm
Sounded like a nice way to cheat.
December 14, 2010 at 8:52 am
How was the sex?
December 14, 2010 at 11:30 am
i do too-its called too much Gluehwein-hot mulled Italian Red Wine-mixed with mulled spices in a coffee mug.or Chianti-or Malbec etc etc.the sex has to happen first-drinking after.
December 14, 2010 at 11:32 am
Pierre Fitch-im in luv with that guy-a stud if i ever saw one.
December 14, 2010 at 1:55 pm
DW, virgin comment for me. Have HB following yr posts and clips. U are an inspiration to me. Love this dating myself idea. Have so little time for myself. Am going to do this in the next week. Thanks for your efforts in ke
December 14, 2010 at 1:57 pm
Keeping us on straight and narrow. Dx
December 15, 2010 at 9:59 pm
I do this a few times a month. I always get lucky at the end of the night as well. It’s great!
December 21, 2010 at 4:40 am
I think an article even remotely joking about cheating is in some way tended to hurt someone.
January 5, 2011 at 7:38 pm
Get real Chris, you don’t know DW then! Fun, and funny, and in no way “tended to hurt” anyone. Loved it DW, I’ll practice it a little more. Peace and Love!!!