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When Being Single Is Preferable by publicenemy(m): 1:56pm On Jun 24, 2015 |
Media and society, unfortunately, propagate a myth that it is better to be with someone…anyone…than to be alone. So, people run from relationship to relationship, seeking love, comfort, and acceptance from others that they need to provide for themselves. Unfortunately, this desperate need for attachment is the perfect foundation upon which toxic, hurtful and insecure partnerships are often built. Being “in a relationship” is very different from being “in the right relationship.” The latter requires self- examination and emotional work. If you want to attract a happy, healthy and secure partner, you must be the best version of yourself. This includes making peace with loneliness, becoming comfortable with your own company, and refusing society’s pressure to “couple-up,” if doing so risks your physical, financial, mental or emotional health. So, go ahead and enjoy your single life. Enjoy the opportunity to: Take an honest moral inventory. Reflect upon your prior romantic partners. List the good, bad and ugly. What qualities did you absolutely love? What traits did you find despicable? Where can you improve? Are you as compassionate, loving and forgiving as you hope to be? Unapologetically enjoy life. Romantic relationships require negotiation or compromise. As a single person, you can do what you want, when you want. Enjoy leftover Chinese food for breakfast; watch a “Scandal” marathon all weekend in your flannel pajamas; and book a ticket to South Beach on a moment’s notice. Meet a host of new people. It takes time to become comfortable with navigating the world solo. But, project an open and friendly demeanor, and you’ll be surprised at how approachable (dare I say, intriguing?) you are to others. Interesting conversations with strangers and unexpected kindnesses will flow in abundance to you. Indulge in your own moodiness. With other people, you may have to suppress your negative emotions. But, alone you can indulge in those not-so- acceptable pity parties. Don’t feel like talking for 24 hours? You don’t have to. Rejuvenate your spirit. A little alone time—replete with your favorite indulgences—does wonders for the mind and body. With replenished reserves of vigor and energy, you will be inspired to learn Spanish, train for a marathon, cook ramen from scratch, and accomplish a long list of goals with renewed energy. As counter-intuitive as it may seem, people who are happily content solo rarely have a shortage of suitors. From this strong place of “security,” true love is often born. |
Re: When Being Single Is Preferable by Nobody: 2:00pm On Jun 24, 2015 |
: dnt expect us to read ctrl C and V posts |
Re: When Being Single Is Preferable by Mhizizzy(f): 2:00pm On Jun 24, 2015 |
Too long.. |
Re: When Being Single Is Preferable by nairamaverick(m): 2:01pm On Jun 24, 2015 |
Would have read this if not for your poor formatting. |
Re: When Being Single Is Preferable by Nobody: 2:02pm On Jun 24, 2015 |
Looks boring.. |
Re: When Being Single Is Preferable by ITbomb(m): 2:07pm On Jun 24, 2015 |
I didn't bother reading The only thing I hate about single people is that they make the price of Vaseline higher than normal |
Re: When Being Single Is Preferable by Tallesty1(m): 2:16pm On Jun 24, 2015 |
ITbomb:And what do you need the vaseline for? |
Re: When Being Single Is Preferable by knyte(m): 2:17pm On Jun 24, 2015 |
lagmostkuit:..... and sounds boring |
Re: When Being Single Is Preferable by Nobody: 2:22pm On Jun 24, 2015 |
knyte: |
Re: When Being Single Is Preferable by publicenemy(m): 2:30pm On Jun 24, 2015 |
Luedave: Mhizizzy: nairamaverick: lagmostkuit: ITbomb: Tallesty1: knyte: lagmostkuit: I didn't post it for you to read... You aren't gonna pay me for reading it, are you ? ... Those it afects will find it interesting. |
Re: When Being Single Is Preferable by ITbomb(m): 2:39pm On Jun 24, 2015 |
Tallesty1:
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Re: When Being Single Is Preferable by Emodeee: 2:40pm On Jun 24, 2015 |
lagmostkuit:m missing u. |
Re: When Being Single Is Preferable by Nobody: 3:06pm On Jun 24, 2015 |
Emodeee: |
Re: When Being Single Is Preferable by Emodeee: 3:12pm On Jun 24, 2015 |
lagmostkuit:u wan dey do like u no sabi me again? Gv me ya number lah. I missed u while u were gone. |
Re: When Being Single Is Preferable by Nobody: 3:17pm On Jun 24, 2015 |
publicenemy:well ur moniker tells wu u are |
Re: When Being Single Is Preferable by adorablevic: 3:19pm On Jun 24, 2015 |
Summary please Vote jarizod for mr nl 2015 |
Re: When Being Single Is Preferable by Nobody: 4:14pm On Jun 24, 2015 |
Re: When Being Single Is Preferable by AsanwaKC(f): 4:29pm On Jun 24, 2015 |
Re: When Being Single Is Preferable by Mhizizzy(f): 5:15pm On Jun 24, 2015 |
publicenemy: Oohhh U don vex? Sorry o |
Re: When Being Single Is Preferable by publicenemy(m): 5:46pm On Jun 24, 2015 |
Mhizizzy:Hmmn ... You think very highly of urself.wake up, You can't vex me. |
Re: When Being Single Is Preferable by Nobody: 5:59pm On Jun 24, 2015 |
Literature section is the home of epistle writers not romance. |
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