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Anonymous
August 30th, 2016 10:41am
Well it depends... Normally humans are programmed to be in a social life and continuity of their genes. like finding a partner having kids. So being single forever might effect the psychology of the human. But ofcourse that is just a theory. Some people are better without a partner. They are at their best while single.
Of course it is! Romantic relationships, while wonderful to have, are typically over-glorified in media. You don't necessarily need a romantic relationship to be happy. It isn't really a requirement in life; we've reached a point as a species that the world isn't going to die out anytime soon (unless something really big happens). Your life is worth more than your relationship status; you can be happy and have never dated someone in your entire life. There's no shame in it.
Not forever, but for a while, get to know yourself first, get to know what you want, your likes and dislikes. when you do that it will be easy to find someone for you
Anonymous
July 3rd, 2018 8:40pm
It's okay to be single if that's what would make you happy. Some people prefer to be in a relationship and some prefer to be single. It's about whatever makes you happy as an individual.
Anonymous
May 4th, 2020 12:38am
It most definitely is! Those who prefer solitude over companionship knows what they enjoy the most and what is most beneficial to them. If someone chooses to be single forever then they knew the consequences and benefits of living a life without getting married or having a girlfriend yet they still made the choice anyways. They are capable of making the best decisions for themselves as no one knows them more than they do themselves. If they enjoy a single life then they should do whatever makes them happy. There is a lack of happiness in our modern world and we should focus more on what makes us happy even if it means staying single forever.
Anonymous
April 3rd, 2015 7:08am
No, everyone needs a special someone in their life. There is no need to rush. It is a process, which requires alot of time.
It is absolutely okay to be single forever. Marriage really started out as a religious way to say "Okay, you can have sex and get married now, and be holy". Obviously raising a child by yourself can be a challenge, but it cant be done. You can always have sexual partners when you need them. You can have people who stimulate your need to be cuddled or taken out and pampered. But no, you do not have to date people or marry someone to make your life valid.
If you are not okay with being single forever, chances are, you will not be single forever. Someone, someday will come and be that person you have wanted. It is okay to be single though. Being single is a great opportunity to learn about yourself and grow as an individual.
Anonymous
June 19th, 2015 8:25pm
Of course it is! As long as you're happy and that's what you want in life, sure! If not, then you might want to get out there and find someone! Whether it be via online dating or your local coffee shop!
That's a good question. The answer is simple. Of course it is! It's ok to be single till you find the right person!. however, being scared of relationships isn't. So don't worry about dating. Just live your life and be ready for the moment when love finds YOU. :)
Who says not?
You cannot stay even non-single forever. Someday you must be coupled. Someday this couple you have in mind must break. That is nature. Only under very rare circumstances, those relations remain "forever". But relations of another kind are beautiful too.
Anonymous
June 20th, 2015 6:32pm
that strikes me as a rather long time to be thinking you will be single...forever?? and you are wondering if being single is ok?
Yes it is okay! You do not need anyone to complete you, as long as you love yourself, you do not need anyone else. Its nice to sometimes have someone but that is what friends and family are for!
Darling you won't be single forever,if you want to get into a relationship someday you will and that too with a really perfect match till then just love yourself and enjoy what you do.
Anonymous
June 21st, 2015 6:36pm
As long as youre happy its okay. But you won't be single forever, yu will find someone who loves you for you
if that's what you are happy with then why not? is there any reason why you feel this way? i know at one stage i felt exactly like that but it changed once i found my partner
yes ...absolutely...no one is suppose to impose a relationship on you .... it is your choice to be with a man..or women or none....because a relation is both ways...and the key components are you and your partner..and your participation and full acceptance of relationship is necessary
There's no specific answer to this. Everyone is different and has their own opinions. That's why it is okay to follow what you think its right for you.
Anonymous
June 25th, 2015 10:51am
I think its okay if you like it that way but at some point of your life you will need support from someone and the best support one can get is from his/her better half . having said this just marrying for the sake of marrying can do some damage if you endup being with someone who don.t enjoy your life . So if you like someone you might want to marry that person but if u dnt have anyone then its upto you to decide what you want .
Everything is okay as long as it is your choice. The point is for you to be happy -or you and nobody else, because it is your life. So ask you one simple question : would you be happier with someone, even if you don't really feel good with them, or on your own ?
So there's nothing wrong with the way you feel right now. It might change as you age. Then again, it might not. Maybe one day you'll meet a girl and all of a sudden you'll fall head over heels in love for the first time ever and experience a whole new world of feelings you've never even imagined, and you'll want to spend the rest of your life with her. You never know. You could meet a girl you DO click with and DO understand and do a total 180° on how you feel.
Anonymous
June 27th, 2015 9:38pm
Sure. Why not? You have to make the right choices for you.
The only thing I would caution about is using singleness as a crutch. Are you single because you really want to be that way or because you're afraid of opening up to someone else? Just something to think about.
Anonymous
June 28th, 2015 3:16am
No, I think everyone needs to experience a relationship with someone at least once in their life. I'm sure there are so many people who are content with being alone and having everything their way but whats life if you can't share your experiences with someone else. Not only having that person by your side at all times but growing and learning from each other. Obviously there are times in our life when we are alone, but if we have the chance of being happy with someone, why not take it and see where you end up.
Anonymous
June 28th, 2015 8:28pm
I think it is more important to consider how you personally feel. What are your reasons against staying single? Are you allowing someone else's potential thoughts determine how you feel? I think as long as you are okay with staying single, then it is okay. If you are not, well, that's a whole other discussion.
yeah be your self make you happy do what you like, it will make you more independent and if you choose to have a love then g for it
First, there are different kinds of "Single" nowadays. There are singles who are not involved in any kinds of relationships. There are singles by status. There are singles who have one-sided love, and there are singles who are hopeful that one day, they, too, will fall in love. These are just a few, there are more meanings I think. Now, back to the question, if you are single by any circumstance, and you find meaning to your "being single" status, then you'll be fine, even if it will be forever. Those who do not find meaning, or those who are afraid of being alone would of course say that being single forever is a no-no. Just ask yourself, Am I happy to be single? If yes, then maybe you have found your answer.
Totally! You do not need to rely on someone to make you happy, EVER! It is your life, if you don't want to be tied down, then that is fine.
Some people believe that being single is a mindset that one can adopt on a whim. Well, they are wrong. Being single is tantamount to a lifestyle more than anything else. It is a lifestyle that one must fully adopt and adjust to if one is to remain satisfied while single. Being single requires one to be quick on his or her feet, have fun, and be the most interesting man or woman in the world.
Anonymous
July 1st, 2015 8:12pm
Totally! There's no reason why you absolutely should be in a relationship. No one needs another person, at least not in the literal sense. Unless you're missing a kidney or something like that ..
As long as you're okay with being single, it's okay.
Anonymous
July 2nd, 2015 12:38am
That is if your ok with being single. There are lots of people that live a single life style and are happy. Its up to your self and how well you can deal with being without a relationship
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