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.
[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.