Alright, let’s just say you’ve found your better half, the one person you want to be with forever. Dope! In a world where declaring yourself “In A Relationship” on Facebook is considered committed or saying ” I Love You” via text romantic, you’re officially one step ahead of the game.

But before you propose or think about being Mr. & Mrs, take a look at our list of things you need to do as a single guy or gal. Once you’ve accomplished all these things, then by all means, stroll down the aisle.

1) Get Fired!

Now, don’t go and tell your parents GIANT told you to get fired, but you need to understand how to deal with the financial and emotional turmoil that comes from losing your job as a single person.