[header] How to know if you are ready to date a girl [title] Make sure you aren't just afraid of being alone. [step] You shouldn't start dating a girl just because you want to be part of a couple. That can make you desperate, which means you may wind up scaring her off by being too clingy and possessive. 
You should be happy on your own before you start dating someone new. [substeps] You should have your own hobbies, interests, and friends that you really enjoy even without a romantic relationship in your life.