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Is it okay to be single forever?

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Is it okay to be single forever?
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Anonymous
March 15th, 2016 7:56am
Yes. Being single doesnt equate loneliness. You may be married but still feel lonely or you may be single but feel completely happy and loved.
Anonymous
August 12th, 2015 4:31am
Its ok to be anything forever. but its not ok to be something you dont want to be. So when you can decide what you want, go for that. and be that
Kouyle
October 13th, 2017 9:26am
It's okay if that's what you want. It's okay if you are happy being on your own. You don't have to force yourself to be in relationship if you don't want to. Well, people might talk about it, but who cares, right? It's your life. It's better to be on our own than being with someone but we are not happy with it or it's not what we want. The most important thing is to be happy, right? So it's okay.
Mimigloss
July 11th, 2015 3:28am
Of course! Whatever is comfortable! Sometimes living the single life is so fun and free! You really don't have limits, it is perfectly okay :)
yougottaletmego
July 8th, 2015 7:08pm
Yes. You can fill your life with friends, family, animals, good food, etc. You do not need love to keep you content. You simply need to find the things in life that matter most to you and chase after them.
kittykat
August 13th, 2015 4:39pm
Absolutely! Some people just aren't interested in romantic relationships. There's actually a term for it - aromantic, meaning you don't experience romantic attraction. (Then there's asexuality, which means that you don't experience sexual attraction - but many romantic relationships can and do exist without a sexual aspect.) It's most important to do what feels comfortable for you. If you want to be single, then it's perfectly fine to be single. If you want a relationship, it's perfectly fine to seek one out. You know what's best for your health in terms of the relationships you choose whether or not to pursue.
Anonymous
July 5th, 2015 2:29am
It's perfectly alright, some people prefer to be alone that with a lifetime companion of that sort. Sometimes all we need is regular human companionship not labels and relationships. I often found myself to be one of those that went through many relationships when in reality I was only looking for a real friend.
Anonymous
August 16th, 2015 7:30pm
Yes, as a matter of fact, you may not be so stressed if you were just single all the time.
Anonymous
June 24th, 2015 6:26am
Of course. Absolutely. There is no obligation in being taken. Being single means no drama, pain or dis-trust.
purplePeach43
March 6th, 2015 8:29pm
It's totally okay to be single forever! I think it's human nature for most people to want to be in a relationship, but there is nothing wrong with staying single indefinitely. It's up to you and you should do whatever makes you happy!
PippaCalisto
March 20th, 2015 6:47am
Definitely. If you truly do not feel attracted to anyone or you find that you're not the type of person who wants to dedicate your time and space to another, that is perfectly fine. You come first.
liberatedsoul01
April 2nd, 2015 1:17pm
personnaly i think it is okay to be single if you didn't find the right person because being single forever is better than being with the wrong person that would hurt and treat you badly besides your marital statue isn't gonna define you
caprisun1011
June 19th, 2015 5:13am
There is no problem with being single forever. Some people are just better off alone and that is ok. There are many solitary animals in this world and they live just fine! Just don't seclude yourself or anything of that nature. It is good to have social interaction and have a good support system of friends or family.
Ishana888
June 18th, 2015 5:33pm
Sounds like you're hurt. Can you tell me something more about why do you want to be single forever love?
sereneBlue2121
October 4th, 2015 11:32am
It's totally okay. If you feel as if no one is really worth staying with or if no one catches your eye, you shouldn't settle for someone who doesn't make you feel beautiful, strong and perfect. You will always have some other people in your life, be it family or friends, that love you and are there to care for you and make sure you're okay. So even if you're single, you're definitely not alone.
Kittty98
June 28th, 2015 12:45pm
It okay to be single, being in a relationship may seem very important. But you have to learn to love yourself before you let someone else love you.
CharlotteBanana97
July 3rd, 2015 11:13am
Of course! If you want to be single, then be single! No one can tell you whether you need to be in a relationship or not.
HelenTheWiseOne
October 2nd, 2015 8:51pm
Yep being single isn't a sin!! Many people never marry or stay single for their whole lives and are very happy with it :) It's far better to be single than to be in a relationship that you are unhappy with.
Anonymous
October 1st, 2015 9:41am
Single can have it's benefits. You may find you are more outgoing, socially involved and have a wider social network. When in a relationship you tend to spend much of your time with your partner or family, losing some connections and letting others go dormant.
glassjaw
September 28th, 2015 2:33am
It definitely okay to be single forever as long as it is your choice and your choice only and it is also okay if you choose to change your decision time anytime !
Anonymous
June 19th, 2015 5:29pm
It is perfectly fine if that's what you want. If someone doesn't want a partner then there's no need to force a relationship. It's perfectly fine to be single if that's what you want.
HealingLotus
May 6th, 2015 2:55am
Sure it's ok. There's no reason anyone has to date or get married. However it's important to have close friends, to get our emotional needs met.
moonlights
June 18th, 2015 4:00pm
Of course it's okay. Being in a relationship isn't everything! If you're not in love, don't force yourself to fall in love. It will happen if it will happen and if it won't then who cares! Live your life the way YOU want to
keepitrealbri
June 20th, 2015 6:38am
It is ok to be single forever as long as that's what makes you happy. It all comes down to your happiness. No one should tell you how to live your life that's why it's yours.
gentlePudding78
December 8th, 2015 2:44am
yes many people are single forever and very happy some people dont find the right person
Anonymous
June 26th, 2015 8:36am
Totally, you're all you have so if you're single forever then that's just the choice you made in your own life :)
Aurelius735
August 16th, 2015 7:55am
It is my firm belief that everyone is simply born different, we have experiences that set us apart from others, our interpretations are highly unique, and we have ended up with core values that are our very own. Some people highly value position in life, how others view them; others just live by the beat of their own inner drums. No one dictated how you should be; you just are.
alfonsojon1997
June 22nd, 2015 2:30pm
If you're okay with it, then yes! There is no obligation to be in relationship; if you're happy single, then stay single. It's your life, live it how you want to :)
Spongeheart
June 23rd, 2016 7:18am
Its a deccision to stay single. .some says its a gift, sometimes its destiny, but whatever it might be as ling as you are comfortable and happy being single , nobody in rhis world have to right to say you shouldn't be! Its a lifestyle you can embrace beautifully as long as you are surrounded with nice people and independent to be who you are. . .Being single is wonderful!
Whitepawlove
July 3rd, 2015 2:48am
Of course it is. No one has to find someone if they don't want to. It's all up to you. Your choice to do that