Use this time to reflect and to get to know yourself again. It is not just as simple that you wont just date for a year. Use this time to understand why your past relationships haven't worked out. The more you understand yourself and remind yourself who you are, then you would be able to bring more into a new relationship in the future. There is a difference from grieving and living in regret then from learning from your past experiences. For years now you've played the role as the girlfriend and every other role there could be that so many people find themselves lost in. Now this is your time to get to know yourself again. Take advantage of this time and feel free to think for yourself and not having to revolve your life around another person. Your life doesn't have to be in a standstill just because you're no longer in a relationship. This is your life, do as you please, do as you will and simply smile.