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The Pros And Cons Of Being Single During The Holiday Season

Is it really that bad?

Michael Pittman

Dec 20, 2016

Richmond, Virginia

The Pros And Cons Of Being Single During The Holiday Season

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Surprise, surprise. It's the holiday season, and I'm single, again. But, is this really a bad thing? I've created a pros and cons list to assist me in this assessment, and here is what I have come-up with.

Pro: You don't have to worry if your gift will please your significant other.

Con: You won't receive gift(s) from a very special person.

Pro: You'll save money.

Con: You won't have anyone to snuggle/cuddle with next to the fire.

Pro: More holiday food for you.

Con: When any of your relatives ask if you're dating, you will always be triggered.

Pro: You don't have to worry about impressing your significant other's parents.

Con: Not being able to do fun activities with that special person.

Pro/Con: Going to holiday parties alone.

Pro: You can spend your break from work/school by doing whatever the hell you want.

Based on this, I believe that it is better to be single for the holiday season. Sure, you may feel lonelier; however, you can save money, eat more food, and do you. Who wouldn't want that?

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