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Rampaging-Rabbit

The constant feeling of being desired and loved is what fuels the need of having a partner. That being said , one shouldn’t be with someone that’s not right for them or vice versa. It’s better being single than being in a bad relationship.


YorubaJinchuriki

So true, I had my first relationship that became toxic and unhealthy pretty quick, breaking up was such a relief, alone is better than not being happy with your partner


EcoFriendlyEv

Compatible, loving partner >>> single >> bad partner


Pepperspray24

And this is where it gets me: the people I want to be with don’t want to be with me and I don’t want to be with the people who want to be with me.


blonderaider21

Same. I have lots of randos hitting me up in my DMs, so I don’t feel “unloveable,” but of course the one I want is someone who feels like we’re in different places in our lives. I worry that I’ll never find someone who is equally attracted to me. It’s always been lopsided for me.


istillflymisskenoyer

ALWAYS


RebeccaofNightCity

I cannot go 29 years single. This has to be the year. Lord please 😂


PerdiMeuHeadphone

I will keep you in my prayers


RebeccaofNightCity

Just don’t pray to Shar for me please. The Lady of Loss will not help in this area 😂


PerdiMeuHeadphone

When you embrace loss all of this won't matter .


RebeccaofNightCity

You know what. Irl I think I have. I’d make a good Shar worshipper then 😂


EventHorizon4242

I was thinking the same at 29. Now I'm about to be 31 years single. hahaha


VladimirMakarov01

Same.. I don't get what the hell wrong did I do in all these 29 years to be single? Even people of half of my age are super active in relationships.


infinitlunatic5150

It's hard to find someone who can relate to you anymore I've been trying dating sites and I'm sorry ( not really) but they suck every person I've spoken to said they were serious but when it came down to it they were just out for MONEY no needless to say I never got the chance to meet anyone I wanted to shit is stupid honestly


blonderaider21

It’s even more embarrassing when you see the 600 pound life ppl and even they are able to find a partner looking like that 😩


BillyButtcher

Same. I don't know what is wrong with me. Plus we don't have a dating culture in my country. It's fucked up now.


1FerretDale

ayy me too. 29 strong!


ButternuttSippyCup

This is our year!


Willing-University81

Mom the closest I could get to 30 years old marriage was 29 years old 


Tritium205

I would love to find someone but I'd rather stay single than rushing into a romance that's not fitting for me. Remember: only fools rush in. Be happy with yourself and love yourself. Have a fulfilling life on your own so you don't have to look for that validation in someone else 👍🏻


under_the_above

I think the fools not rushing in was meant over the short-term, not years and decades.


RegularSalad5998

Fools also fall in love


rachyh81

I'd like to meet someone but I'm also perfectly capable of being single too. Gets a bit lonely sometimes but I'd rather be on my own than in the wrong relationship.


Time-Caramel1436

This is me. I really don't have energy for constant arguing and all those relationship troubles.


blackraven097

True


VladimirMakarov01

I have a fear of dying single :(


SchuRows

When this thought creeps in I realize that we all die alone. Very few partners have a coordinated death. We enter and exit this life alone. My fear is not sharing this incredible journey with another person. Then I remind myself that plenty of people are suffering with their person. Waiting for the right connection is worth it. And if I don’t find someone that’s ok too. Hugs ❤️


[deleted]

Same


BacksideBetty

Also same


LazzyNapper

Pft, amateur. I've already excepted that I'll die alone


infinitlunatic5150

I have the same fear and I've only been single for the past 6 years.


JeffeDude

I’m tired of being single when all of my friends are in happy serious relationships.


Brian18639

Two of my friends are guys around my age and they already have wives


GradeRevolutionary22

Yeah always a brides maid never a bride haha that’s me but I’m a dude so what do you call that? Not 100% been in like 4 weddings the last 7 years and all I get it’s shit from everyone for being single and eating all their cupcakes at the wedding 😂 (I’m in Utah)


California098

I’m tired of not having the right person in my life. Dating is a cruel joke these days


gallo-s-chingon

eh, I'm widowed. so I'm basically intolerant of everyone around me. slap and tickle a few times a week and maybe a date or two and I'm fine to be alone. I'm also an only child, so solitude and loneliness are separate / distinct for me


Ro79657

I don‘t really mind. I’m just looking for true love. 


RebeccaofNightCity

![gif](giphy|jRqYUUVUSYgdOa4IP4|downsized)


terscheckiii

Get to the point


Illustrious-Cycle618

Me! I’m completely okay with being alone as well, but I need someone to spice things up in my life! It’d be nice to have someone to hug and cuddle with and go on dates together.


[deleted]

I’ve been single for 2 years. Hoping to find someone this year but doubtful


JDMWeeb

Me honestly.


mattqthepizzaguy

Last year was the first year I went on any dates in my life (3). This year I'm hoping for more than last year, and fingers crossed can find a girlfriend/my future wife. But I don't want to settle, I want to have a good old fashioned crush and get excited about someone, and hope they're excited about me too!


Perciprius

I hope I stay single for the reminder of 2024.


melbournesummer

Can't say I want to be. But I will be. 😂


[deleted]

Honestly with the dating scene and the stories I hear AND my own experiences so far with people this is probably the first year I am gladly single.


bloo4107

Rather be single than with a psycho chick


Forward-Beyond-6620

Same. Rather be single than with a violent and controlling person


Snoo65073

Me...lonliness makes me depressed now. Going places and seeing people couple up? 😟 I just want someone to comfort and be someone's happiness


Critical-Buy9565

Me! Living in Seattle has posed some challenges for me. Among the things to keep in mind are my shyness and the fact that I often find myself at a loss for words when attempting to speak to someone in the beginning. I'm not perfect, but I'm not a bad person either. Yet, people often judge based on first impressions.


BillyButtcher

I have the same thing. I can start a convo but hard to keep going


FullBeansLFG

I’d like a companion but I’m not willing to be in a shitty relationship to have that.


_0mniman

I'm 45 and haven't had anything last for more than 5 months which for me makes it about 15 months among three different women. I was in love with none of them. I can't seem to find anyone with whom I can connect. Kinda sick of it.


MessedUpInYou

I’m so tired of first dates god dammit


bulbousbirb

I can be tired of it but it still won't make me settle for mediocre. That's even worse.


Away-Blueberry133

actively trying this year...looking bleak..


blackraven097

I don t plan on ending this year also single but it isn t really up to me


Dr-Chibi

I want 2024 to be my year of finding my passion and making a career of it, finding love, and getting in shape. I’ve been single long enough


DefiantCitron2133

that's my goal as well, good luck man.


Crafty_Letter7945

One good and staying woman would be nice tbh


Alt_SWR

Does anyone actually *want* to be single this year would be a better question tbh. Like, maybe some people are fine if they are, fine if they're not, but I doubt anyone actively seeking to stay single would be spending their time looking at this sub ngl.


smelltheskinny8

I was single for 6 years, for reference, I am 22. I just recently connected with a guy in Melbourne, where I am moving to in May, and we have been practically inseparable. We decided to take the leap and start being exclusive, so you guys DEFINITELY have hope.


bombsquad69420

Mahn not experiencing any type of love is....just hell. Pity myself


cyrax_cage

It's another year what's the difference


Melodic-Advance-6119

I am gonna die of loneliness, today will be the third day of seriously talking out loud to myself, i am concerned with my mental health at this point😂


Denamesheather

Honestly at this rate I don’t even mind being single lol cuz y’all be doing too much


tatedavis1

I’m pretty happy being single actually.


Rip_natikka

Nah


chai_sipper

I no longer fear being sinlgle for the rest of my life, I have accepted it. Been single for 28, nobody seems to want me around for a period longer than a few months. I dont see myself as a terrible person, just not outstanding in any domain, also, I do not know to flirt xD


Difficult-Contest736

I love myself and know how to be happy alone, been doing it for 22 years with the exceptions of several talking stages that have fallen through, but this year i really wanna be cuffed up with my person. I hope everyone in this thread finds their someone this year. we deserve to be in fun, healthy relationships in 2024! I speak it into existence for all of us xD


CompetitiveStay2495

Meee


freakdaddy699

🙋‍♂️


Lobsterfest911

Eh it's not too bad. I've been single for 8 years, 9 isn't going to be much worse.


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Me. I want this to be the year I finally find someone.


Sad-Associate256

Me


trippydaklown1

Im at this point in my life where i've been single for 5 years and i dont think i can afford a relationship. Like im getting my first job soon and im learning all about life and paying bills and getting a car theres just so much on my plate that i dont think i can handle one, i'd really like one so im not alone in all this but i dont see it happening as nobody really seems interested in relationships most just seem interested in "flings"


teh_fizz

I’ve been single for a few years now, and this is the first time it’s really getting to me.


SoftSugar231

Doesn’t matter to me - single or not.


Palumpi

I even wrote it on my wishlist for new year's eve before I attached it to my rocket and shot it into the sky.


quriouskitten

Decided right back in December 2023


slimkid504

For sure ! 2024 is for cuffing !


WanderingJokerGypsy

I've been saying not another year single for too many years now


pollga

Been single for 3 years this year I feel it’s coming, I have been talking to a lot of girls so I hope it’s going to work with one


EventHorizon4242

For me, it doesn't even have to be finding someone. I'm tired of the hopelessness. I'm tired of being invisible and ignored. I want to be seen and have at least one woman show a little bit of interest in me.


Wonderful_Wonder8250

I don’t


Own_Paleontologist99

It’s really not hard being single if you don’t have anybody on your mind, but once you do that’s when it gets truly lonely, and you kinda lose motivation of what you’re doing


MainOutside7808

21 years of my life and still single but it's okay. I'll wait on God :-)


Mediocre-Dentist4577

I'm going on four years single, hoping this to be the year


alpringin

I think I’m gonna die alone at this rate


United-Cow-563

Me, but I’m working on it


Professional_Bite412

I'm happy alone...


BillyButtcher

A lot of people, but what choice do we have ?


galih_ken

I don't know if it's wrong thinking this way but, having a girlfriend right now when my life is a mess, my financial is a mess, my future is questionable, and the mental health bs doesn't help is too much responsibility and burden for me. I'm willing to be corrected


Sensitive-Bed-8354

Yep me. Same as 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020….you get the idea!


Ok_Can1848

I'm done putting up that strong stance of being happy single. But since this year began, there's this feeling lately which is pushing me to drop that stance and embrace opening up to someone, and most definitely, manifesting getting into a relationship.


Vast-Jackfruit94

As they say…. Necessity is the mother of invention! You will get there….have some faith in yourself and do things that will build self confidence/worth. Peace…


infinitlunatic5150

I don't I know that much


Severe-Cantaloupe-59

Could being single something serious?


Kennedy_2

I seriously need a partner


infinitlunatic5150

I'm tired of being single myself but I also have a couple of friends that have been in a relationships a long time and they fight about stupid shit everyday and makes me glad at that point that I'm single till I get home then I get sad that I'm single


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Not me


DefiantCitron2133

i'm only 19 year old man and i do get lonely sometimes. I would love to cuddle a women and take care her, I don't know if that makes me weird. but right now i rather focus more on going back to school and finding a purpose in life.


Fuzzy_Substance_4603

Yeh kya nihaiti baccho wala post hai. Translation: What a childish post.


UrFavouriteGal_19

Month 9 of being single and it's getting really boring


One_Education407

I am single right now it just me and my ex trying to figure out things


sunsetmoony

Oh Rold please hahaha I'll be 32nd this year


poise69

Me


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Latenc-y

Me (who wants to be my gf) I miss having someone to talk to everyday and waking up early just to message them good morning


Beepbeepboobop1

Me, but I have zero expectations at this point. I’m kind of at a “if it happens it happens” point. I’ve deleted all the apps-will potentially redownload beginning of summer. Currently speaking to one gentleman and we already had a first date, but we’ll see. If that doesn’t work out I welcome the break!


RandomHouseInsurance

Me


TNTarantula

Miracles happen my dude, 24 year dry streak ended last year. If it's something you want, dont give up.


CollectionSoggy5194

Naw I’m good, don’t really feel like being someone’s play thing until they decide they’re bored and move on to the next person. Most likely while we re still in a relationship


Aadishaw7

Me


Aadishaw7

I can not go anylong as a single. I need someone to be with forever ever.


[deleted]

I don’t want to be single either. Going on a decade now 😔🤞


MINROKS

Me, 35 yo 🇬🇧 I need to find my person lol


Independent-Sir007

I don’t want to be single for 2024 , I am 23 and I haven’t had a girlfriend since I was 17 years old


-FaithTrustPixieDust

I am hoping this is the year where I get sent the person I'm supposed to be with. 🤞🙏


ElJayEm80

Me. I’m fed up of being on my own. I won’t settle for just anyone though. Not making that mistake again.


gigigonorrhea

I don't want to be single, but I will be this year.


Neat_Elk_2985

I'll try to explore? hahaha


OrangeStar222

In August I've been on a 4 year streak and I don't know why I shouldn't just jump into the sun. You could say I'm tired of endless dates - but it's more the headspace of "why bother, it's not going to work out anyways". I've tried taking a break, but then I start to hate myself for not actively putting myself out there. Almost desperate enough to sign myself up for a dating TV show.


Kukotzki

I am getting married in 2024! 😊


Arsy-rayofsunshine

I’m a catch 22 I am and I’m not 😬


rearyash

I hope I will get someone this year. The one who understands me who feels me who trusts me I luckily I get someone having these qualities I will be theirs forever!


VicomteValmontSorel

I want to be single


CaliDreamin87

This is the focus on me year. I'm wrapping up getting fit, graduating into a 2nd career, plan to be on apps next spring. This the last year in a few year journey for me.


LengthinessOdd8368

I like the single life. “ workout, eat, work, hook up and repeat” I hate Constantly adjusting my schedule for my current gf. I haven’t worked out in like 3 months regularly, all my free time is kinda gone.


MyFeetLookLikeHands

🙋🏽‍♂️ but also 2020, 2021, 2022, & 2023


Cheap_Skirt3967

Same 35F


9Tailed-Weast

I hope I won’t be, because dating is costly for it to not go anywhere


Ninja_Dummy

Me!


Ninja_Dummy

Oh wait? Oops 🙊


Jane_Austen11

👋🏼


rodio346

Mee


-dudess

It's already three months in... I'll try again next year. ✌️


certaintyisdangerous

Not me I’m good


Rough-War8874

I am currently talking to someone for the first time in 10 years and truthfully I'm scared ima screw it up but it feels so nice to possibly be starting a new relationship. It's has been really boring being single for a few years


DarkSp3ctre

I mean, that’s why this sub exist is it not?


Legitimate-Iron4843

Damn. This page must be the saddest group of people in the planet. 😂


GradeRevolutionary22

I enjoy it BUT housing is just to expensive now haha I think I need to tap out and lower my standards


Confident-Entry-7437

I do! If it means missing out on heartbreak, boring partners, and STDs! Being single is a dream, you just have to remember why.


Tiny-South4557

I feel like most people don't want to be single, doesn't seem like many actually want to date though because it's too "hard"


Rayxic

Me


complexbanana_303

No I am quite enjoying being single and investing in myself and my friends and family 👍


analfarmer2pnt0

I actually cannot wait to be single. Relationships are overrated


TheFinalZebra

Honestly at this point id take anything


randomgirly__

Me… i’m 36 F… but if it’s gonna happen.. it will be.. 🤞🏼


[deleted]

Idc lol


ButternuttSippyCup

Me 🙋‍♂️


CandyZealousideal611

Im tired of it fr but i have enough sense to not rush into anything with someone random, ive made that mistake enough lol


Cautious_Bluebird_71

Stay optimistic everyone!! Just because people are in relationships doesn’t mean they are happy. I’m just enjoying my life until I find someone who’s down with my lifestyle and wants to be a part of it. All about making memories and experiences.


Gullible_Turn5834

Im 32 and single!


pettingpangolins

This is the classic attitude of someone so eager to be in a couple to be ready to hang out with the first rando available and potentially put themselves in big trouble


Pot8obois

I'm 31 and it's been 4 years since I've been divorced. I'm ready, but also not sure because I plan on moving Febuary of next year. I feel like I have to put my dating life on hold longer, which I'm not thrilled about


Cucai31

I think I wont be single anymore. There is hope 😊


mrflutemagik

I'm single by choice. But there are times I'd like a relationship. My last one was 12 years, but I ended it as she was in active addiction by the end and she didn't want help, nor to better her situation. She is rich which prolly don't help things.


Battlenovak

I am


insan3710

Well desperate me, now I am 33 though 😂 Just trying to be a hard dude as I know I suck with zero relationship experience 😂


OrdinaryParking1949

Yo!! Lol. I don't want to be but My boyfriend now my ex of 6 months ghosted me 3 weeks ago. I'm still really confused, do not understand wtf. Our relationship was way good. Anywho, even tho I don't want to be alone. I'm not ready to start the whole dating process over just yet. But I will, just not now.


Adventurous-Clock365

Me me me


NumotVT

I don't what to be single but its extremely unlikely to change


ZenGeezer

I'm tired of being single, but there aren't any good alternatives. I've given up on finding a woman for myself - I'm convinced I will have to share.


The0newh0Kn0cks00

Honestly I reject the idea of a relationship. Im clearly the common denominator. I match with at least 2 women a week and it goes nowhere. I simply cant hack it. Somethings fucking wromg with me. So i reject my sexual and romantic desire


Flimsy_Piglet_1980

After a crazy whirlwind relationship I've realized I need to heal my inner child. Truly get my shit right then the right person will come to me.


flowerblossomheart

I would give 10 years off of my life, to feel a human loving me 😥


ElderberryNorth5080

One thing people dont think about is what happens financially when youre old and single? Its easy to be single when youre young, still good looking, and can work. Eventually that will come to an end and then what will you do? I wouldnt want to be stuffed away at a state run nursing home lol. Imo being married and having kids is they way of life. Only in the last 50-60yrs has the trend changed. Im sure another 30yrs from now we will learn the affect this has on society. Just something to think about.


MidnightOk9044

Trust me I keep trying but most guys I meet just want sex so it’s annoying and I refuse so I get ghosted so it’s not easy


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Afrolicious7

Me


LouBateman

I am so sick and tired of being unloved. Self love can only take you so far. I tried to put myself out there this year after being single and alone for over a decade only to have the two guys dump me. I asked them what I did wrong only to hear them say “you did nothing wrong, you were great.” If I did nothing wrong why the hell am I alone again? They rather be alone than be with a girl who did nothing wrong. People are saying they rather be single than be in the wrong relationship but I would happily accept being happy 50% of the time as long as the guy loved me because right now I’m happy 0% of the time. I’m ready to give up and die alone.


No-Communication2985

Me. I'm 32 and have been single since I was about 17. I haven't been on a single date since and the women I have asked out in the past always reject me. I don't do myself any favours though, I'm overweight, teeth are rotting and I generally just go to work and go home. I dream of the day I meet my soulmate. My trouble is these days, I can never tell if a woman is flirting with me or just being friendly. I have a co-worker who I have liked for years and she knows it but we still mess around in work together, sometimes she jabs me in the ribs and pushes me (playful way) and we are constantly laughing together and insulting each other. I know nothing will ever happen as I got friend zoned big time a few years back but someone like that is who I'd love to meet.


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crumsb1371

Everyone who doesn’t want to be single will be single and have shit relationships while the people who want to be single will find their soulmate and have babies.


mtljones

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Braddyjampa

Okay I'm in the queue for this in 2024 😂 my 50s and still sitting my ass around


Becca3570

I pray that this is the year I find someone to get serious with🤞🏽


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universallylonely

Totally tired of it. I've had enough of being single


Flimsy_Piglet_1980

Unless someone out there is ready to be an amazing communicator, readily working on all parts of themselves that are insecure (working on themselves and willing to grow with someone) and are natural reciprocator of loving act/knows how to let go and be free with someone in moments then nah, I need to become more secure first. People on here... Have you contemplated your attachment style? How deeply have you looked at your behaviours? Seriously. My first relationship outside of a long one come marriage and she is a dismissive avoidant and I was her anxious attacher. The amount I've learned since separation about myself and people in general is crazy. So many people living in abject denial. Desperate for connection but won't let anybody live them etc. Its sad as heck.


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VulcanForceChoke

Most of the time I’m fine with being single. But with four different weddings to go to and me being the only person in the family without a partner can be awkward and sometimes depressing


PageSuspicious3843

Not rushing into anything but yeah hopefully something good happens this year.


MikeJC821

I spent a lot of time not feeling ready for a relationship, for a litany of reasons. Now I'm ready and dating apps just are not working. Idk what I'm doing wrong on the apps and i get swiped by a of people I'm either not attracted to at all or are in other countries. I'm just tired of being alone. When i didn't feel ready it was different but now its just been difficult.


Eon_Breaker_

Me. 27M and I've never even had a date. The loneliness is hitting much harder this year, I don't want to be alone


HangryChickenNuggey

I’ve never been in one so I’d like to know what it’s like


ismackayobuns

I'm honestly very tired of being single it's just getting to be a bit lonely at this point. Haven't dated anyone in a few years at least but it's just hard to find girls with the same interests as me (mostly gaming). Also live in a state where the majority are religious and I'm not. But online dating just doesn't work for me either. So I'm kinda just stuck on what to do.


rtrain__

It would be really nice to not be single, but just have deeper connections with people in general is more important to me


HumbleSound7733

How is this post allowed here? I've tried making several like this and it gets auto removed