What do you think about people who feel they don't need or want a partner?

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SueShe · Accepted Answer

Well, I belong to that group and even if you don’t believe it, as you stated it to your answer somewhere else, this is a fact, at least for me.
I have decided to concentrate 100% of my free time to achieve my goal and that is to obtain my degree in a few years.
I have no space for someone that will use my time for something that I personally do not find productive or useful but will only divert my attention and possibly jeopardise my health.
I have lived happily being single and celibate and don’t have the impression that I am missing something important that would bring me something positive to my intellect.
When I read the posts here about all the problems people face that are in a relationship, then I am more than just relieved that I chose to opt out.

MontBlanc · Accepted Answer

I think it’s completely valid.

Not everyone finds fulfillment or happiness through a romantic relationship, and some people thrive on independence, personal growth, or other connections in their life.

Choosing to be single can be a conscious, healthy decision rather than a lack or deficiency , it’s just another way of living authentically.

Love Doctor Brad · Accepted Answer

My aim on GAG is to decode modern love and all its spicy little details 😏

People who don’t want or need a partner aren’t broken, cold, or “afraid of commitment” by default. Some are genuinely happy solo, focused on career, peace, healing, or freedom. That’s not a red flag, that’s self-awareness.

The real issue starts only if they pretend they want a relationship, lead someone on, then emotionally ghost them. Honest “I’m better off single” energy is actually pretty attractive.

HawkPerception · Answer

I kind of get annoyed with them. The people who claim they don't need anyone are almost always the ones who have been hurt and don't want to be hurt again (weak characters). It goes against our human biological predisposition to want a mate. It's proven that those in healthy relationships live longer because both partners are each other's peace and support system. They know they'll always have each other through thick and thin.

The people who say they don't need a partner are usually those who don't look in the mirror enough and realize they don't have the traits many people desire in a relationship themselves, but they always expect the best for themselves. They have this ridiculous checklist for what fits the bill for them.

Summeroflove · Answer

Well if they’re happy good for them the only people I have an issue with are people who take anger out on other….. that aren’t even in a relationship with them. There are people that are alone and happy. And they don’t tend to be bitter angry people who hate the opposite sex.

ohsheeT · Answer

Well everyone is different there are times when we go through things and we know that its time to take a moment to ourselves .

If we are honest with ourselves we grow. If we are not the we repeat

But most people rebound snap out of it and move on

OneViewpoint · Answer

It depends. No partner for the moment or no partner forever? Are you an extrovert or an introvert? How much do you "need" other people. Do you even like other people, LOL? Do yo prefer short term interactions to a lifetime commitment?

That's where I am at the moment. Been there / done that with a 30 year marriage and 2 sons. I'm an introvert who values his quiet time for introspective thought. I've been enjoying being single life for about 10 years now. With no other adults to be responsible for. And I get approached by women all the time. So I can drop in or out of the social scene whenever I want to whatever degree I want.

Would I give up my freedom and complicate my life again for the right woman? Yes. But I'm extremely firm on not settling this time around. The key is finding the "RIGHT" woman. Meanwhile, I'm happy with a peaceful existence.

VioletHaze · Answer

It depends on the person. Some I assume are lying to themselves, due to previously being hurt or finding it difficult to socialize. I think it's important to grow as a person and make sacrifices. Humans aren't solitary beings.

Some few are genuinely happier on their own or find family and friends are enough.

BadApple69 · Answer

These are people that don’t know what they want or don’t know what they are missing.
There is nothing better then going through life with a person who you can trust, who you can talk to, who also has your best interest in their hearts.
The right partner makes all the difference.

thegreenyogi · Answer

I don't see anything wrong with it. I think there's a right time and place for everything in life and many of us aren't ready for a relationship, while others choose to be single out of choice. Some people are genuinely happier alone and I don't see that as a weakness or a fault. It's a choice.

Master_Debator · Answer

I understand them. They're not making that choice for no reason. They have some pretty good reasons. I was one of them but... factors I won't go into forced me into a relationship.

When I try to sleep, I like to pretend I'm in another life.

strateguy632 · Answer

I am judgmental about those lazy snowflakes who only want to hear "you are right lets do it your way'. To say their opinions with no criticisms and no judgmental replies so to achieve that they avoid humans. That is not a relationship so they get an AI girlfriend that agrees with everything. It fills all emotional needs and safe dialog.

In simple terms they say they don't want like fable sour grapes, that they can't reach.

slatyb · Answer

I don't think anything about them, anymore than I think about people who only eat meat and potatoes. Their preferences don't affect me. If I'm attracted to them then I may feel some disappointment, but that's just life. I'm attracted to many people that I cannot be with for various reasons, and sexual orientation is just one of them.

DevilishDanni · Answer

It's usually temporary. I have those phases. There's no reason to judge other people for feeling that way. They have their reasons and experiences that lead to it.

TonyMetal___86 · Answer

It's their choice, people are different!
For example i want a partner in my mind but in reality i don't because the partner whom i'm wishing for in my mind might not exists 🤷🏻‍♂️

Plus i'm affraid of love and marriage and all this sh*t!

Went through hell because all i wanted was real love and an eternal marriage...

ElenaSeluna · Answer

I don’t feel anything about them because I don’t know their reasons and it could be they are just in a period of their lives that a relationship won’t fit.. for me I feel I am too busy now to be in a relationship but I don't know about the future

Ms_Facesitter · Answer

All power to them. You can live on your own and be happy on your own. Life's definitely easier than a couple where they took the wrong partner. But more difficult than a happy healthy couple.

FreyaRed · Answer

I don't need a partner, so I'm one and I don't care what others think. When they need a partner their business. this is valid for people who don't want a partners as well.

MissSunshine2 · Answer

Honestly? I may not understand their wish, but I respect it. I've had fantasies about living alone for a while, in a flat, once I get a job and move out. Just not permanently.

Nikki1989 · Answer

It is usually a sign of a personality disorder or a mental illness. They will deny it, of course, but after talking to them for a few minutes, their problems will become clear.

nolabels · Answer

I'd think that they are as I once was, just a person. My mind eventually was changed about the subject.

Abbycado · Answer

Fine by me. Everyone is entitled to live their life the way they want. Not a life for me, but that's okay for some people.

dudeinohio · Answer

I dont know if they are actually being honest. I think most people need to pair up.

CupcakeTheDestroyer · Answer

That’s me! They know what they want and there’s no problems with that

DonaldDarko · Answer

They wised up and saw reality for what it is.

exitseven · Answer

That could have been me many years ago. I was pretty sure I would never get married and I was really okay with it.

BrittneyHl · Answer

I think everyone should be allowed to live life the way they want to and what suits them best

AngryCarl3 · Answer

They understand themselves and other people. Relationships don't work, they just make everyone miserable.

MidnightRivers · Answer

Partly admire the time money abd focus they will get for themselves to max out their life solo pretty badass in a way

Brady · Answer

They r free like me. But they may not get help like in med emergencies, etc. But u can't hav everythin sometimes.

loveyouoak · Answer

I think they value their lives, so prefer not to deal with toxic partners.

Grond21 · Answer

They like short-term thinking versus long-term thinking.

Anonymous · Answer

Most people who say that are just trying to make themselves feel better about not being able to get and keep a good partner.

Jeff51 · Answer

Every person has their own wants and needs.

msc545 · Answer

Considering I feel the same way, I have no ill feelings for such people.

Bklynbadboy12 · Answer

I dont think anything about them if the want to live a lonely life then that's there choice

Anonymous · Answer

It's their choice... some of us don't even have that choice.

Anonymous · Answer

What do u think

Twodogs0525 · Answer

That they'll realize they missed out.

WhitneySnow · Answer

That’s their right

RavVid · Answer

I think I am quite pragmatic. :)

Jerre · Answer

They are missing out on the greatest feeling in the world - orgasms

Still-alive · Answer

More power to them!

Mike_Hum · Answer

They're probably going to end up lonely.

Hispanic-Cool-Guy · Answer

Its their choice. Not my personal business.

Agape93 · Answer

Thats fine

jazzy34 · Answer

Choice.

Zionne · Answer

it's their way yk

KostasKouvalis · Answer

Weird.

ponderingpaul · Answer

Understand them

Jmmmfi4 · Answer

Just like me

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