Being independent is something I wouldn't change for the world. I like doing things on my own and accomplishing my own goals on my terms. I like having my space and time, but at the same time, being independent can be a curse. Here's what it's like being independent and some things people don't tell you about it.
Don't worry, I got it.
Car issues? I got it. Plumbing issues? I got it. Broken computer? I got it. Being independent, they like knowing that they can do things on their own. But sometimes, more often than not, they end up making it worse because they were too stubborn to ask for help in the first place. It's not easy maintaining friendships or relationships with this trait. But at the same time, they don't give up easily. They like working hard for what they have.
I work hard to earn my money; I don't need yours.
Everyone likes to be spoiled every now and then, but an independent person starts to feel guilty when you do something for them. It makes them feel like they owe you something. Getting a career, making money, supporting themselves, paying off bills or making big purchases are some things so important to an independent person. It makes them feel incredible knowing they worked hard for what they earned.
Having my own space is so important.
Independent people like having time to themselves. Don't get me wrong, the company of friends or a significant other is unlike any other, but having their own time is so important. They spend most of their time focusing on themselves and finding ways to improve or work on them. They don't spend their time molding themselves into what someone else wants them to be or what they would want.
Marriage isn't something constantly on my mind, but independent people can get lonely, too.
An independent person can survive without a spouse. Someone who is independent isn't self-centered or narcissistic; they just simply can survive on their own. They know who they are and accept themselves for it. They believe in themselves and are very self-motivated. One of the worst qualities about being independent is simply "I want you, but I don't need you." They don't like limiting themselves to someone else and becoming solely dependent on them. They want their own direction and make their own choices. But at the same time, they get lonely, too. They can sometimes be too independent for their own good and push people away. Everyone wants to be wanted and feel wanted, but being independent, it's hard expressing that need.
