1. You can focus on your own goals
When you’re in a relationship, it can be very difficult to prioritize and pursue your own goals. Even with a loving and supportive partner, relationships involve compromise and blending your life with someone else’s, so of course there are times when you’ll have to miss out. When you’re single, you can focus on your own ambitions in a way that might seem selfish if you were to do it in a relationship.
2. You build a sense of independence
Though some people find the single life stressful, it can help you to build a sense of independence. The more you have to go places on your own and do things by yourself, the easier it becomes. And independence is an essential life skill for everyone. Most people end up being single, whether that’s through a divorce or being widowed. It’s important to know how to just be by yourself. Many people who have always been in a relationship never get the opportunity to develop this crucial ability.3. You might be healthier
There have been endless studies into the effects of being single vs being in a couple. While the results tend to be mixed, research has shown that being single can make you healthier than being married. One study showed that single people were more likely to be fit and healthy than their married counterparts. Women who have always been single also tend to take fewer sick days and have fewer doctor visits than married women.4. You don't risk relationship heartache
Relationships can be great, but let’s face it: they can also bring a lot of heartache. Even when you’re with a decent person and you do everything right, relationships can still be painful. They can also be stressful, time-consuming, and hard on your self-esteem if they’re toxic. The beauty of being single is that you don’t have to worry about any of that. While you might miss out on the potential good consequences of a relationship, you also skip the crap.5. You don't waste your time on someone who doesn't deserve it
When you’re single, you know for a fact that you’re not wasting your time on someone who doesn’t deserve it. You will always be worth your own time, investment, and energy. One of the hardest parts of breaking up from a long-term relationship is the realization that you gave so much of your precious time to someone totally undeserving.6. You are free
In most cases, being single also means being freer. Not that a relationship is a ball and chain, but there will always be more considerations when someone else is in the picture. You can’t just decide on a whim that you want to go on vacation and take off the next day. Healthy couples work as part of a team which often involves mutual planning and discussions. But when you’re single, there’s no one to answer to. Dobby is a free elf, so to speak.
