Actually, I Enjoy Being Single
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Actually, I Enjoy Being Single

It's my prerogative.

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Actually, I Enjoy Being Single
Ian Wright

First of all, this isn't about bashing couples or the commercialization of romance, but simply how I choose to live. I am single and thriving right now and that's ok. I mainly get tired of people asking me why I haven't found a significant other, but it's because I'm not looking for one!

There's nothing wrong with being single in college and I'd rather just focus my studies honestly. I have actually been demonized for not actively searching for a relationship, which is just absurd!

I'm not totally against the idea of finding someone. I'm just in no rush to. I have my whole life to try and find somebody. Yeah maybe "life is short", but it's also the longest thing I'll ever do so why not do what works for me?

I don't think people should be slaving over trying to find a relationship, especially to the point where it's affecting their mental health. You shouldn't need someone to "complete" you. You are one whole person.

I can have just as much fun being single. Life is literally what you make it and your mental perception can change anything you want it to.

Independence has always been a big "theme" in my life. All of your time in life is spent with yourself. Take the necessary time needed to learn yourself before you try to get to know someone else, anyway.

Maybe this comes from a pessimistic view of relationships. I've seen some horrendous stuff go down between people, but I also understand that not every relationship is like that.

While I do enjoy being single, sometimes I just think that I'm not fit to be in a relationship and that's fine. It's a preference.

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