Love single life, don’t hate it! I’ve been single since 2008 and I’ve never been happier. Sure, I don’t have a man around to open pickle jars, squish spiders, or lift heavy things, but I also don’t have a man around to moan and complain and judge me for my eating habits and love of Jane Austen novels, either. Here are 7 Reasons to Love Single Life.
1 You Can Have Cereal for Dinner and Pizza for Breakfast
Some nights, I just want toast and tea for dinner. Some mornings, I crave left-over pizza. This is one of the biggest reasons I love single life. I can eat what I want, when I want, and not answer any judgmental questions about it.
2 You Don’t Have a “side” of the Bed
My queen-sized bed is mine, unless I choose to share it. I tend to sleep on the side closest to my bedroom door, but most nights, I spread out, arms and legs tangled in the sheets, one end to the other, and I use all of the pillows. Hooray for NOT sharing my bed with a snoring, gassy man!
3 You Can Smooch as You Choose when You Are Single
There’s nothing wrong with smooching every guy you like, unless of course, you’re married or partnered up with someone. I love single life because I can flirt with or smooch whomever I want. Not that I get to do a whole lot of it, but hey! I can when I want.
4 Flirting is Fun!
And by the way, flirting is fun! I love the thrill of the chase, making eye contact and fluttering my lashes at a handsome stranger on the train, in line at the shop, wherever! It’s fun to see how many smiles and appreciative stares I can get on an afternoon when I’m feeling “on”.
5 Far Less Facebook Drama for Those Who Are Single
I can’t even begin to tell you how much Facebook (and real-life) drama there is when you’re in a couple. Your ex’s. His ex’s. Your mutual friends. All of your own little lover’s quarrels. I’m so loving single life because there’s so much less drama!
6 More Time with Friends
The number one thing all of my friends complain about when they’re married or coupled up is that they never have time for friends. Well, I have loads of time for friends, and it seems like every weekend there’s something fun going on.
7 It’s Okay to Skip a Day of Shaving when You Are Single
Finally, a practical reason to love being single. Listen, if I’m extra-sleepy, or just feeling lazy, I don’t have to take the extra ten minutes in the morning to shave my legs. I know it sounds petty, but hey, that extra ten minutes of sleep can mean the difference between zombie-ville and feeling perky that day!
Now I’m not suggesting you dump your beau and start enjoying these little perks of a happy single life, but I am saying that if you are single, it’s not the end of the world! There are a lot of reasons** I love single life**, and you will too… until Mr. Right (or Mr. Right Now) comes along. Who’s with me, ladies? Who else loves single life, and why? Please share!
heidi Not shaving sometimes and all the other ones are cool. One tip dont ever update your relationship status. just an opinion
Anonymous I've been single all my life... Yup. I always used ot mourn my forever-alone status, but now I embrace it! I want to travel the world on my own, eat cold pizza for breakfast, and bellydance naked in my living room. I can't do that with a significant other, can I?
Sheila Being single definitely has its perks, the biggest being you're not tied down and have the freedom to do what you want and go where you want. As for belly dancing naked, I don't see why you can't do that with a significant other ;)
Ally Hmm interesting, but with the right person none of this matters. Me and my boyfriend eat whatever the hell we want and enjoy fighting over movies (action vs chick flick)
Anonymous i love # 6 but 2 much is bad
Anonymous Love this! :) I'm embracing being single after spending the first half of my 20s in bad, destructive relationships. I'm finally finding who I really am now. It is liberating and I'm more creative and artistic than ever. I'm finally focusing on me for once and doing things I love, making the most of my talents, and loving life finally. I am so much happier now, and I know that when the right guy comes along, I'll be able to share who I really am with that person! It is an exciting concept.
Anonymous That comment was very inspiring. Thank you for helping me see that I can be happy, find my self and be my self without a man.
Sheila It's wonderful to read such a positive comment about being single. Thank you for sharing and good luck with everything! :)
Nasty When we broke up with my ex I felt VERY relieved just couple of days after - I felt my freedom..Like..no annoying calls all the time, no one asks you "where have you been, with whom, what did you do and why"..My mom used to make less investigation in my life! So no "everyday reports" is great! You don't feel obliged and stressed waiting for another "police call" :)
Sheila Haha Nasty, That's one relationship you should certainly be happy to be out of. "Police calls" are not part of a normal, healthy relationship. Enjoy your singlehood for now and thank you for stopping by!
Sharon I knew when I started reading this not shaving would be on the list. I am glad it was only for a day because, I believe that even when single looking your best is always a must.One thing about being single, I do like having all the extra closet space.
Riama Being single is having more times to love your self completely. :)
Dev Hi Girls..... Its nice to read your views.... M a guy n single n trust me, i'm just loving my freedom.... now for me Freedom is my CoLoR
Angie I've been single since 2007. The one thing I love is that I've learned so much about myself! When you're with someone you spend most of your time doing things you both enjoy... Ex: you watch the movie you both want to watch, you eat at the place you both agree is good. But when you're single, you don't have a reason to compromise. For the first time I've been completely free to explore my interests as I please. I've learned so much about myself that I've actually come to love myself so much more. I'm truly an amazing woman, full of surprises, with a desire and lust for life. Sure, it was a bit toughbeing single in the beginning, but now I love it so much that I refuse to settle.
Sheila ANgie, You are an inspiration! :) Thank you for taking the time to comment.
Anonymous when you are single, every night could be the night, every moment could be the moment, it's oxymoronic to think of the best part of being single linked to the prospect of meeting someone. But that excitement of meeting the one and the fun of early dating is something I hold on to.
Abigail Yea......great..Single life rules....lol :)
Anonymous dancing a good one, if youre single you dance all night with whoever you want if youre not you dont dance with as many people as you have to spend time on the side lines with the man.
euen yeah right!agree! :)
Sara right on! I love single life!
Lyndsie Good for you! I figure as long as you're happy, then single or in a relationship, you're obviously in the right place. :)
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