Single.
Some people hate being single and some people love it. I used to be one of those people that hated it and sometimes I still am. Generally, though I actually don't mind it.
Being single in college is a whole different game. Sometimes it feels like everyone around you is in a relationship and it sucks. Not to mention when you see any family that seems like its the first thing that they ask.
I think that's the worst part about being single is the fact that your family continues to ask and it adds to the feeling that you'll never find someone. BUT being single isn't actually all that bad even if people act like its the end of the world.
But think about it like this, you're still young and you have your whole life left to live. That's a lot of time to find the right one and not settle. Go out there and enjoy your single life.
This is why it's okay to be single:
1. More "you" time.
"You" time is something I take for granted at times. Take advantage of this as much as possible. This time to do everything that you love while learning how to enjoy your own company is so important. It's okay to be selfish because this is the only time you'll really get to do that.
2. Learn to love yourself.
This is the best time to learn to love yourself. Loving yourself is a journey so why not start now. You have more time to learn about yourself and learn to love all the little things about yourself.
3. You're busy.
Maybe you don't have time right now for a relationship and that's completely okay. It wouldn't be fair to you or your partner if you couldn't put enough effort in your relationship. Life can get in the way pretty easily especially when you're in college so its okay to put school first.
4. Commitments are scary.
No matter what it is, commitments are no joke. You don't see all the effort people put into relationships on social media because it's wrapped up in a cute photo or two.
5. Learn to fully take care of yourself.
Being single forces you to learn skills that help you grow. Don't know how to cook? No need for a significant other to teach you, go and learn how just pick up a cookbook.
6. You get your whole bed to yourself.
Yeah, it's cool to have someone to cuddle with and all BUT having your bed to yourself is amazing. You have all the room and don't have to share it with anyone.
7. Enjoy life.
Like I said at the beginning, sometimes it sucks being single but go out and enjoy it. Go explore new places. Find new things to do. Go out there and live your life and have fun. And if all else fails at least you have Netflix.
It's okay to be single. Take advantage of it.
