I am not writing this to compensate for my nonexistent love life (maybe I am), however, to show how great it can be to not invest so much time, money, and emotions into a person that could leave you in an instant.
1. More Time for Self-Discovery
At least from my experiences, I invested so much time thinking about my significant other... Literally 80% of the time. I felt as though I was just trying to do whatever would make them happy. Now, with so much time on my hands, I could focus more into photography and video making, etc. There is so much to do.
2. Your Wallet Depletes Less Often
Money doesn't come so easy, but it sure goes easy. Even without someone to spend money on, you run out of money very quickly just from the little necessities in life. Still, more money for yourself.
3. More Focus on Education
It is hard to focus on yourself, school, social life, and another person all at the same time. Priorities get jumbled up and it just leads to confusion and conflict. I'm not big on studying, but having the time to be more engaged in classes makes school just a little more fun.
4. More Time to Hangout with OG Friends
With a significant other, you probably wouldn't hang out with your close friends as often. That could lead to an awkward tear when coming back to them after a breakup because they were ditched all for one person. Being able to always having a friend to go to is nice and relaxing. You could talk about ANYTHING without any real judgment.
5. Less Pain
This kinda sums most of it. There is less to worry about. The risk of having half of yourself ripped apart is negated. Emotional pain is one of the worsts and it affects your physicality and overall outlook in life.
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This is not in any attempt to shame couples. I madly respect the couples that could balance almost every aspect of life together. And I am quite jealous of that. It is just an another look on life for those that don't have a significant other. To assure them that they could find happiness in so many other ways. And I guess another perk of being single is the mystery of waiting for a new relationship to blossom.
