How long are you single?
By becdmd
@becdmd (704)
Philippines
November 25, 2009 7:59am CST
Most people say "I'm single and happy"
Others would say "single and I'm loving it!"
while most usually say..."Am I gonna be lonely for the rest of my life?"I am single and I prefer to say "I'm Joyfully single!" I'd choose joy instead of happy because even if things didn't turn out the way I wanted it to be...and even if I'm on the verge of waiting...I still look on the brighter side of life...that while waiting it's also an opportunity to prepare myself for that special someone
I think it doesn't matter how many years I've been single...for I still believe that Love will come my way.
How about you? share how do you feel as a single...love to hear from different points of view.
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31 responses
@aerous (13434)
• Philippines
26 Nov 09
I think I'll became single until I find a girl that love for what I am. A girl that understand me in any aspect that I have posses. Being a single is not good because it always think about companion most especially at night being cold...Are you single?
@invisiblelady (1655)
• Philippines
26 Nov 09
There was a point in my life that I'm wishing I had someone. I had a boyfriend, only once, and that was like 4 or five years ago. Anyway, it doesn't matter now. I see many of my friends who rushed themselves into falling in love only to realize that they aren't yet ready for any commitment. I don't like to end up that way. I know having a relationship doesn't always mean your always happy. There are also problems to be expected. But if you're prepared for it, true love will knock you off. Yes, I believe in Love. So being single doesn't also mean loneliness. You're right, we can choose to be happy or joyful with our status right now. Single people have so much reason to be happy and joyful! GOD bless
@becdmd (704)
• Philippines
26 Nov 09
True..I once was lost when I had a relationship because I rushed into conclusion that I was in love but the truth is I'm not! Then finally it ended up quickly. Yup being joyfully single is a choice and keeping the right attitude that singleness is not defectiveness.
@invisiblelady (1655)
• Philippines
27 Nov 09
Yeah.. precisely not! I love being single! I simply love it and I don't care if peopls have to raise their eyebrows for that!
@my_name_is_coco (4333)
• Philippines
25 Nov 09
I've been single for 2 years now.lately,I've been playing the fifth wheel with my colleagues.but it's ok with me.sometimes,I feel lonely and wish that someone will date me.I actually wish that some rich guy will find me pretty and take me around shopping.while it is fun,I am happy spoiling myself.I think no other guy can love me as much as I love myself.
@WBtheMP3guy (227)
• United States
27 Nov 09
Be careful what you wish for. ricchguys can be treacherous, and your beauty will someday fade. You see, for a man of means, money is the only real constant. women come and women go, and the next one is always younger and hotter than the last. Trust me, it's what I do
@alexysabelle (905)
• Philippines
26 Nov 09
i was single for 29 years. i didn't regret it. i enjoyed my life, i had work, i has enough time for myself. in short, i have enough time to settle issues, like work, friends, night outs, etc, etc. before i get married. so now i can say that i hadn't missed anything when i was still single. so just the same, enjoy yourself first. somebody will just come in God's time, to fill the other half of you. Good luck..
@alexysabelle (905)
• Philippines
5 Feb 10
just listen to yourself. ask yourself if you are ready or not yet.
listen and then decide...
thanks.
take care..
@rhea2009 (49)
• Philippines
25 Nov 09
does it matter how long I've been single? well, i spent 22 years of my life being alone- that means no boyfriend, no dates (not even a group date), and no courtship. why? because i was raised by a devout catholic and a very strict parents who had this view in life; that we have to finish college first before we could enter into that kind of commitment. and we cannot possibly disobey them. not until i moved here in manila that i accept men in my life. and that's pretty awful.
@becdmd (704)
• Philippines
26 Nov 09
hmm..I think, you should tell your parents that you are prepared to meet the One in your life besides you're grown up already..so they should stop treating you as a kid who cannot protect herself. Trust is the key, show them that you can be responsible for your actions.
@dhanasekart1984 (450)
• India
27 Nov 09
rhea.. i appreciate your patience and the respect you had on your elders. the reason behind them is u need maturity to get into this activities otherwise u will end up in troubles.. and now you have got the chance and now its your time to choose a happy and joyful life.. hope you will find a better one for you to accelerate your desired life..
@sara_khan (20)
• Pakistan
25 Nov 09
"Seems to be waiting for your Ideal" . Its ok as far as you are not in love with any one in your life you can remain happy for as many years as you are being granted. But only thing that can make it difficult to remain single is Lost Love. If you have ever liked some one or have been betrayed etc. The memories won't let you remain "happy" But if you are alone like alone from the day of birth without even tasting the flavour of Love than you can easily call yourself happy.
But this happiness is what you think is happiness. Happiness seeks no limit. Once there comes into your life some one who Loves you and take care of your feelings and needs even of minor things than the real happiness begins.
I agree to you in that context that waiting for some one Like that is far better than falling in a jerky or fake relationship and weeping for all life Long.
@becdmd (704)
• Philippines
26 Nov 09
you're right I am waiting for the One who will be my lifetime partner...I have been into a relationship when I was in college...but it didn't work out...because I'm not prepared at the moment and it was an immature relationship. Anyway..thanks for the comment...
@Aingealicia (1905)
• United States
27 Nov 09
I am very Happily Single as I say it. I am not a relationship person for some reason and thus very happy being single with my cat.
However, I am married to my work.
Ainge
@neelianoscet (9615)
• Philippines
30 Nov 09
I am been single since birth..lol.. actually i have previous not so serious relationship as they always like to take me seriously and the problem is me as i do not like to jump automatically. although, i feel bored being single when i am not single i also feel bored as i long for my freedom. I think i do enjoy being single blessedness as most say able to do what i want without worrying for other approval which is very important to learn to love first yourself first before other else.
@jasmeena (846)
• Indonesia
28 Nov 09
I have been single for 2 years after my terrible break up..Sad?Of course sad,especially when you see that all of your friends are already married with kids and i am a WOMAN!Single in the 30s?What a shame,that`s what i thought...
But one day, i met a person who happened to be my senior in campus,female,35 years old...she is still single too,and she is grateful that she is single because there are so many things that we can learn from other people`s marriage,from success story to failures...(and now we`re gonna work at the same place:)
It doesn`t mean that we`re traumatic because some of our friends are divorced too..What i mean is marriage is not that easy..i want to get married,of course,but there must be commitment between us and our partner,besides love ,of course.Love is important,but commitment is more important as it can be as a reminder when we`re out of track.
It`s fine to try to find love,but still, don`t be so rushy..just le it flow..let love find you in the right way and the right moment..Now,just enjoy yourself..don`t think negatively too much about what other people might say coz you don`t know what will happen next..you`re single not because you`re not worthy,but it`s not your time yet...enjoy your life,keep praying and hoping and keep positive
@becdmd (704)
• Philippines
29 Nov 09
thanks for that great advice...i thought I haven't pick my best response yet...but I already did...I like your response too..yeah...we must think of marriage first that it's not that easy...though it's really we look forward to in our life...we must trust God that we will meet the man that's best for us and when we are totally prepared we're worthy and deserving.
@Picquarian (724)
• United States
5 Jan 10
I'm single and I'm fine with it. I have a life that is full and I'm satisfied with that. I would like to meet a great guy to settle down with, but I'm not going to put aside everything and make that my "goal" in life. If it happens, that's great. If it doesn't, that's fine too.
@amshugonchikar (169)
• India
27 Nov 09
Being single means being independent; being able to control things that are related to us. Being responsible for us. SO being single mostly results in happiness. But, some people find pleasure in letting some one else control some aspects of their life. It is fine and workout well for some people especially if their partners understand well but for some, it goes as a nightmare. Some people are so self indulged and introverts that they refuse to accept others in their life, even for small things.
@becdmd (704)
• Philippines
27 Nov 09
As for me being single, helps me to have self-control and understand that I am not in control only the One I serve (God) so whether I'm single or have a relationship with someone, I know the One who is controlling my life is not anyone else but the One who really gave me life.
@gambamarcela (1011)
• Philippines
27 Nov 09
for almost 21 years now, i never had any intimate relationship with someone.all my life i've spent my time with my friends and family. a lot of people are asking how's my love life.i would just sigh and say, "i have no love life".and they would be skeptical about it.they would ask me again if who was the lucky guy.so, i ended up expressing my sentiments and insecurities. although i have a cute face, but i'm chubby and short which leads me to the conclusion that no one will ever get attracted to me. then they will assure me not to worry because it will come my way at the right time. i don't know if i could get married. i think i'd stay single for the rest of my days.
@dhanasekart1984 (450)
• India
27 Nov 09
hi, i think you fear that the one with whom u get committed might spoil your freedom and your joyful life.. what you think is correct in one way.. but why don't you try to find a person who can be an accelerator for your desired life who can understand and live happily with your feelings, requirements and expectations.. you might leave the idea of living alone if this come true.. am i correct?
@VANILLAREY (1470)
• India
26 Nov 09
I also believe that if there is a person meant for me then she would find me or I would find her. It might take some time. I am in no hurry. Its better to wait and find a good person than to flirt around with many.
@ebuscat (5935)
• Philippines
26 Nov 09
For me I've been a single for 25 years after that not a single anymore but I'm not regret that I'm married even if many problems in your life because it is the way you live as a married but if your choice that you want that it is good.
@syaryel (155)
• Malaysia
26 Nov 09
hai becdmd,
I'm single since Jul 2004, so roughly its been 5 years from my last relationship..
nope, I didn't feel that I must have girlfriend all the time..and I'm completely content with my current status :)
yeah, I'm also saving my love for the right girl. personally, i believe quality is batter than quantity when it comes to relationship..
@Norah0804 (165)
• China
26 Nov 09
I am single now, i think this situation is good since i am free enough to do whatever i like. Perhaps I will fall in love with someone in the near future, now i am enjoy this kind of life.
Just being yourself, everything will be ok.
@madteaparty (2748)
• Japan
26 Nov 09
Actually I'm not single, but I've been single for a while. Now I see it from a different point of view, but I was the "omg, nobody will ever love me" type. Fortunately now I think I was overreacting. It can come sooner or later, but even so, there's nothing bad about being single ;)
@carla_roa (128)
• Philippines
26 Nov 09
I can't tell the difference because I was never committed to anybody but I think being single is fun. You can do whatever you want. Date anyone you want and you only have to worry about yourself. But I think having someone is better because you can have someone who could be there for you.