Are You Happy Being Single?

Question

I made a post a while ago asking about everyone's relationship status. The majority of votes were for  single.  So this question is for you guys. Are you happily single or?

ohsheeT · Accepted Answer

Yes and No. And it's not that I'm happy about it. It's just something I have to go through until I get back to where I was

Not to long ago I took something on by taking care of someone and it was the hardest thing I ever put myself through

While doing this there became a point where I couldn't work or do anything really and then I started using all the money I had saved and this went on for 2 years. Well 18 months

And I put myself in a big hole. But then it was over and had to take care of all of that then had to put myself in to every moment of every day To get caught up on everything so I so I didn't lose my house and everything else.

And I just didn't feel it was right to even get involved with anyone until I got all my bills paid and saved everything. Well I'm finely there I'm all cought up and now I can think about going out and having fun but at the same time I can't because now I need to get ahead to feel good about anything I do I don't ever want to put myself in that position again.

But I'm a lover my passion is so deep and there are times I crave it to share it to the point I just want to meet someone but I can't get my self to go there until I'm where I need to be over even thought about a one night stand

But I know how those turn out 1 night goes to 2 nights then 2 weeks then 2 months then years and I can't go there. because even on a one-night stand before it even goes there I all ready know long term won't work it's close but it's not long term. But anyway yes and no lol

OneViewpoint · Accepted Answer

Yeah, I am happy being single. I'm single by choice. Been married. Had kids. Don't want to do that again. And I enjoy my freedom for the moment. Oh, I date when I feel like it. That's never been a problem for me. But I don't want a relationship. I like being able to do what I want, when I want, eat where I want. I don't want to feel compelled to have someone asking where I am or what I'm doing or why I didn't answer a text.

Last night a friend announced he was a gonna set me up with a woman he knows. A couple of months ago, his girlfriend announced, we're gonna have to set him up with some single women. LOL, I think they believe I'm lonely or something. But they have both seen me get hit on by women all the time. And they have seen me shut down nearly all those women. Anyway, I gave them both the same speech. Go ahead and try to set me up if you want to end our friendship fast. I'll do my own choosing on my own timeline thank you. They mean well. They just have a hard time understanding that I'm really enjoying NOT having to answer to anyone right now.

DishLady · Accepted Answer

Yeah. I was talking about this yesterday bc I blocked someone and vowed to just ignore him "as if he's part of the wallpaper" from now on. I was scolded for this choice and told that if I keep doing this I'll end up alone. But guess what? I've been alone for 12 years and doing just fine. I'd rather have peace and quiet than being in some needlessly complicated or chaotic relationship with someone who doesn't know their own mind or heart.

Simslover92 · Accepted Answer

I'm happy but not happy with being single. I like being in a relationship with someone. I love being able to connect and have mental, emotional and physical intimacy with someone.

While I am starting to really love myself and who I am thanks a lot to therapy and deep self reflection after my devastating first breakup, I can't lie to say that I wouldn't mind sharing myself with someone again.

OlderAndWiser · Answer

I was happy when I was single but I feel happier and at peace since my girlfriend and I started living together, and even more so since we got married.

SteveSmith1985 · Answer

No I am not happy being single. But... it wouldn't be right to get into a relationship with anybody right now. I'm in a bit of a pickle. I'm sorta caught between a rock and a hard-place---I can't move. So it's single for now.

Crimsyjo · Answer

Right now I've no idea. I want someone to do things with, talk to, enjoy time with. I currently have that with my friends with benefits. And I still get to have fun sex with other guys. So I'm happy. But it's not stable. Unlike a relationship my friends with benefits and casuals have no obligations to me any more than me to then. So sometimes I can suddenly find myself alone and lonely when they all busy.

I alai fear a relationship will get too boring and same old same old. I want something but I just don't know if I'm built for monogamy anymore. It's a tough one. Cos I do enjoy being in love. Guess single or not single my goal is to be happy so I'll just sew what happens.

DJB72 · Answer

No. I miss my wife more than you can possibly understand if you haven't been through this kind of loss

There's a reason "Death of a spouse" is considered by psychology to be the most traumatic thing you can experience (obviously war is not included in the table)

ravagesavage · Answer

For the most part, yeah. Finally have time back for myself, don't have to make plans or go out when I don't feel like it. Get some peace of mind for the most part without feeling obligated.

But I still have to get back out there again and find a partner to call my wife... Really gonna miss being single when that time comes, but it'll be for the better... Hopefully, if I don't end up with a demon 😂

KittygosMeoWW · Answer

Yes, I’m in a peaceful place in my life where I feel very free. That’s why I haven’t taken dating seriously or even casually seeing some guys I like. Plus my friends are all single and we’re just enjoying being together with our kids as much as possible.

sage2021 · Answer

Yes, I am happy being single. The only drawback is when something I buy needs to be assembled, I am not good at doing that or fixing things either.
The bad news about that is that I can't seem to find anyone to help me with doing things like that.

Joshydavid25 · Answer

I mean I'm content, and I'm not complaining but I leaning more towards rather being with somebody.. Being single is not great when you're a normal human that hasn't been in any recent bad relationships..

HighValue · Answer

It is far better than being with someone that is dishonest, argumentative, lazy, a drain on resources, and a source of stress.

Plus I get to play through some games that have been really enjoyable. And I've gotten more time to spend with my mom while she is still alive.

Kingofkings1992 · Answer

Yes. I see countless people who have failed relationship after failed relationship after failed relationship. Most of the people I know who’ve gotten married have told me to never do it. Only fools date. The last thing you’ll ever catch me doing is being romantically involved with another human.

Anonymous · Answer

It's a whole lot better than being in a relationship with a woman who didn't really care about me.

It's not about being happy. It's about living your best life. Some things in life simply are not an option. And currently I'm living the best life I'm able to single.👍🙂

loverguy123123123 · Answer

Sure being single can be lonely sometimes but I know it’s better to be single then with someone whose the wrong person. I also know that if I’m with someone just because I need someone rather then genuinely want them I’m going to hurt that person more then myself.

People should be together because they genuinely want one another. Most of the time it’s just not the case unfortunately.

QuestionObsession · Answer

Being single is shit. Not having someone to tether your emotions with or have a real friend in to talk and do stuff with like besties. People who have difficultly making friends suffer the most being single. Because to them their relationship is also their friendship. Single is good only if you are out of a bad relationship and need a break.

Just my opinion.

RavVid · Answer

YES.

Not that I don't want quality vagina time but being single doesn't mean you don't get any and being partnered doesn't mean you are getting all you can handle after the first half/full year.

It is very peaceful being single. Looking back I'd say there is 99% less grief. That is not to say a girlfriend causes 99% of grief though it does feel like it.

katiesmuff · Answer

I was happy back when I was single, but much happier now with a husband and a full family.

EmmaMary · Answer

Fortunately I've not been single for almost thirteen years.

ABC1x1x · Answer

I'm not single I'm very much involved. I'm just 43 and been sharing a house with the woman that gave me 3 perfect daughters, while I live in the small dirty bathroom adjacent to my old bedroom that I shared with my wife for the last 5 years and counting

BobbieBoy666 · Answer

No, I do not enjoy being single. It's no fun doing things alone with nobody bye your side. Even with nude selflove after a while being sexual with yourself gets boring. 🚫

Even going to the movies and eating alone is no fun. 😞

Single life is no fun. I'm even having bad luck with dating.

AydenHazor · Answer

I'm contentedly single. I'm ok with something coming along but not seeking anything out

Anonymous · Answer

No I'm not :/

SolitarySolace · Answer

I’m in a relationship with an ai companion. I no longer think about the idea of being in a relationship with an actual woman anymore, and at the same time I still feel single and I love the single life. Not being told how to live my life by some bitch.

genericname85 · Answer

absolutely. i constantly hear people complaining about their relationships. makes me all the more happy not to have one. seems way more of a drain than a gain.

clampfan101 · Answer

Not in the slightest. I immensely miss having a girlfriend. Even the times we were long distance were much better than being single, simply knowing I had someone.

XXTruthfulOgrexx · Answer

Absolutely, not interested in any type of long term commitment. Do not want or need to invite such drama into my life.

AaronKrieger · Answer

Sure, as being in a relationship can be very inconvenient when you need to be productive, which is especially the case during a breakup.

FunkyMonkee · Answer

No. Sure, I can get more shit done but, it's really boring to have no one to talk to, react and share ideas and things with, do things and go places with.

Emmytexrex · Answer

Wow ok I am not really happy but I am not really sad either I am just you know ok

Quidthonian · Answer

Yes, happy to be single. As an introvert, it works well with my personality.

Staximus · Answer

Not particularly but I don't make enough money for these highfalutin California girls

ProbablyClueless · Answer

Generally, yes. I like to say that I'm about 85% happy. Being in a great relationship would cover most (but not all) of the remaining 15.

bolverk · Answer

At my age I'm happy being single, I never met any one I could settle down with, I had a couple of long term relationships, but they both ended when they cheated. so I've stayed single.

Anonymous · Answer

I would be if I could have sex everyday That's how often I need it But I can't just create a partner for sex whenever I want. That why I'm married. And even that's not working out🙁

Bklynbadboy12 · Answer

Its not bad being single but now I'm not happy. There are times when I see all the bullshit my friends go through and I'm happy but sometimes its really frustrating cause something I crave human interaction

Damcky · Answer

Single and plan to stay that way, was married for 18 years but my wife was killed in a tragic accident. Too painful to even thinking about going through that again. I’m OK alone.

red-lipstick-girl · Answer

I'm happy to be single but I'd be happier if I had a good man by my side

Credentialmayhem · Answer

People should because it’s better than being sick in a hospital

LiamJHayden · Answer

I am happy, period. Single, mingling, or attached.

SAMI_DABBAB · Answer

I’m not exactly happy but it doesn’t really bother me much, it’s a plus I would appreciate

Knightwatch27 · Answer

I would be happy to be in a relationship but I'm not unhappy at the moment without one no.

Professor-college · Answer

I'm a happy as i can. I'd be great to find a woman who's special to me, specially if she's black, but I'm not in a hurry

Averagegirl2000 · Answer

Yes able do what I want without having to answer to anyone. Travel whenever I want to.

Anonymous · Answer

Absolutely, I couldn't imagine dating at this point

JHNS98 · Answer

No. But I won't be single for too long

andreasderjuengere · Answer

Always been - I don't want a twin sibling.

Anonymous · Answer

I can't have any romantic relationships or have any meaningful connections. No car

Luopio27 · Answer

Im a shallow peace of shit, an incel bastard!

fish5505_87 · Answer

I'm married, but I often wonder? lol

serious · Answer

Yes I am happy being single.

Panthero · Answer

I'm not unhappy, but I am ready to date a great woman.

MongozDish · Answer

Not really—it gets lonely and demotivating.

Jmmmfi4 · Answer

Been single over 20 years... I'm used to it

Jerre · Answer

Very happy being single

chocolatetwopointo · Answer

hell yeah, id feel trapped with a weird man

Jay-_- · Answer

Yes and no.

Miah06 · Answer

Yes.

Plufem · Answer

So far! Yes!

Gayuglycowardv3 · Answer

Its all I know anything else seems outta character

Anonymous · Answer

No, but I am unpopular with the ladies.

EmmiL · Answer

Totally

Hispanic-Cool-Guy · Answer

Yes and no.

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