If you're like me and have been single for a terrible amount of years, then you know that being single is one of the ultimate struggles. However, if there is anything that I have learned in my years of existence, it is that even though I am single, I still have family, friends, and others who love me unconditionally. Yeah, the single life gets pretty lonely and sad, but I cannot be happy with someone else until I appreciate what I already have. Here are 20 reasons why friends are better than a boyfriend.

1. They text back.

2. They communicate.

3. They don’t leave you wondering what they meant by that last text message.

4. They understand you.

5. Social media doesn’t tear your friendship into pieces.

6. There is a clear understanding to the outside world that you and your friends are friends.

7. You don't feel guilty if you don't spend time with them.

8. They leave the stress at the door when it comes to the friendship.

9. The text messages are hilarious and are worth saving.

10. They know your worth and you know theirs, so no one has to prove anything.

11. If it comes down to it, they choose you, because they value the friendship.

12. Queens recognize queens.

13. If you are petty, they support it, instead of calling you out on it.

14. No boyfriend = no problems.

15. If your friendship is really that strong, you don’t have to worry about competition.

16. They don’t tell you how to act or how you should act.

17. They will always be on your side, no matter what.

18. They won’t leave you with a broken heart.

19. They think you are too good for anyone.

20. Girls just wanna have fun.