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no_hypocrisy

(46,083 posts)
Thu Jun 13, 2019, 06:07 AM Jun 2019

The Art of Being Single

Single people still face a stigma, even though their ranks have grown. Yet a new study suggests singles become happier as they age. One strategy: Focus on creating a full life now, for yourself, rather than finding a partner.

https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-art-of-being-single-11553005457?shareToken=ste8e29be743f447e1b386dd732a1009a9&mod=djmc_pktff

I never felt compelled to hook up, to marry to avoid being alone.

Big difference between "being alone" and "being lonely."

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The Art of Being Single (Original Post) no_hypocrisy Jun 2019 OP
If you are unable to live with yourself.... safeinOhio Jun 2019 #1
Interesting. Thx! Nt spooky3 Jun 2019 #2

safeinOhio

(32,674 posts)
1. If you are unable to live with yourself....
Thu Jun 13, 2019, 06:20 AM
Jun 2019

you'll not be able to live with another.

I've found that if you have fun filled full life alone, you will attract the right person.

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