Melissa Etheridge ready to resume dating

'You gotta be fearless about these things,' the 49-year-old singer said.

'There is no fear when you choose love. The more you choose love, the more love is in your life. It gets easier and easier.'

Reflecting on life as a single parent, Etheridge said it was a tough gig.

'It’s hard because, of course, it's easier with two [parents], but you're a mom and you do what you do,” she told People.

Being open and honest with her kids was important, the rocker said. 'They can see the reasons that people aren't together … and understand that it's more peaceful and happier.'