Let's get one thing straight--not all single people want to be single. Being single is a choice, but sometimes it isn’t that person’s choice. It always seems like when a person becomes aware of how single they are and how single they don’t want to be, everyone around them gets into relationships. There are many struggles that super single third wheels run into, but here are just a few:

1. You realize sidewalks are uncomfortably narrow.

And hallways are just as constricted. You’ve got a couple of options in these cases. Be that rude person who nearly shoulder checks everyone as they walk by, and be judged by everyone you come by. OR you’re either forced to the back of the trio or you assert your dominance and walk like you're the leader of this wolf pack. This gets even worse when there’s more than one couple and you’re a FIFTH WHEEL. I don’t even know how to approach being a seventh wheel. If someone knows, hit me up please. Asking for a friend.

2. Sometimes they annoyingly try to hook you up with one of their cute friends.

NO I DON’T WANT YOU TO HOOK ME UP. But for the record...he is single?? Not that I care…

3. If something happens, they comfort each other

...and you just kind of hold yourself or the nearest cat/dog (only for them to squirm away).

4. You face the ultimate struggle for attention.

You’d best be described as one of those needy cats who tries to play it cool like they hate everyone (so basically every cat). Your body language is cold and demands that you be left alone, but inside you’re screaming “Love me!” You do your best to not be super awkward and obvious about your need for your best friend’s affection.

5. The more you’re with them or even just around them, the more apparent your third-wheelism is.

You forever worry about when your group hang out becomes a two person party you’re crashing.

6. Your best friend’s significant other always want you to cover for them.

You got her a cute ass present for her birthday? You should also get her this she’ll love it. What am I supposed to say if she asks? I can't believe you're making me lie to her…

7. The inside jokes.

Or rather the lack of inside jokes. WE USED TO LAUGH AT THINGS THAT WERE ONLY FUNNY TO US! *sigh* Don't be petty, DO NOT BE PETTY.

8. He might annoyingly buy you a drink, too.

Like, c’mon I’m a single, strong independent woman. I don't need your drink...but I guess I’ll take it anyway since you already were so KIND to buy it. Or even better, sometimes you get some of their left over food because they know you’re a human garbage disposal. This is why I can't fit into my jeans anymore. *shovels leftover chicken tenders and fries into mouth*

9. You’re forced into a new friendship with a person that makes your best friend incredibly happy.

Ugh, they’re so freaking happy, which makes ME so happy, but I’m still SO single...How dare you confuse me like this…

10. You have this terribly amazing and happy couple to look up to as a standard.

*Scoff* Look at those two being super cute and communicating so efficiently. This sucks because you refuse to settle for anything less than the amazing relationship they have. I want to be super cute and communicate efficiently.

Even though you struggle with your own singleness and neediness, at the end of the day, you couldn’t be happier for your best friend.