People Online Shared Why They Are Single Right Now, And Some Of The Reasons Are Really Eye-Opening
Finding someone to be in a romantic relationship with is tough. The rise of social media has made approaching new people in person terrifying, and many users of dating apps have unfortunately endured far from romantic experiences. Nonetheless, there are still tons of other reasons as to why people are staying single right now. In fact, over thirteen thousand Reddit users shared their thoughts on a now-viral thread.
Some Have Missed The Flirting Signs
“I am about as dense as a brick of lead. God gave me chances, and they all sailed right over my head. It’s always 2 a.m. when I realize my mistake.”
“I feel you. I have had friends ask me why I did not ask a girl for her number because she was obviously flirting. And I was totally oblivious to it.”
Others Believe Relationships Are “Too Much Work”
“Relationships and love are too much work and too complex for me. I find it exhausting and claustrophobic.”
Ferenc – stock.adobe.com – illustrative purpose only, not the actual person
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Many Are Lacking Enough Free Time
“I am a thirty-five-year-old single father to a five-year-old, and I work nights. It is hard to find free time to meet someone, especially in my area. If I do have free time to myself, I like staying home and ordering a pizza while drinking some beers and playing video games.”
Certain People Wanted To Focus On Themselves First
“I stayed single for at least one and a half years before I recently started dating again. I focused so hard on myself and my job, and I am so much happier.”
“I was able to nearly double my income, get my body and health right, find so many new hobbies, and inner peace. Most importantly, I was able to find an amazing group of lifelong friends with my new free time.”
And This Person Just Knows Exactly What They Are Looking for
“I am single because I have not met someone who I respect and am attracted to physically and emotionally, who is single and is interested in me, and whose lifestyle and life situation are compatible with mine.”
“There are so many planets that have to align in order to get into a good, healthy relationship with someone. I would much rather be single than be in a mediocre or toxic relationship.”
Are you single right now? If so, do you identify with any of these reasons?
To read the complete Reddit thread, visit the link here.
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