9 Surprising Ways Being Single Can Improve Your Life

Last Updated on March 2, 2021

After all, we must admit that committing to a hobby, a job, or even a cause is much easier than committing to a relationship involving two individuals with totally different backgrounds, beliefs, and habits. “Am I in love? Absolutely. I’m in love with ancient philosophers, foreign painters, classic authors, and musicians who have died long ago. I’m a passionate lover. I fawn over these people. I have given them my heart and my soul. The trouble is, I’m unable to love anyone tangible. I have sacrificed a physical bond for a metaphysical relationship. I am the ultimate idealistic lover.” – James Dean

3. Flexible On Your Own Terms

There is a lot of flexibility that comes with leading a single life. The world is a sea of opportunities, and the options are simply unlimited. It all comes down to one single point: whether we seize these opportunities or pass by unaware of their presence. Being single gives us this flexibility of choice without considering someone else’s opinion or circumstances surrounding the relationship. When an opportunity presents itself to us, we can simply choose to give it a shot. For instance, if we get a dream job offer on the other side of the hemisphere, we will not have to think twice about it. Whether we decide to join the peace corps, apply for an MBA, or go on a silent meditation trip to India, the choice will be completely ours.

4. Making The Right Choices

Embracing being single is acknowledging this fact as a choice rather than a misfortune. This allows you to change your perspective on relationships, so when you meet someone you know, you feel more confident and reassured of your choice because it was not just a random selection. Embracing the single life gives you time to reflect on what you want from a relationship and whether you are ready for it or not, making you more prone to choosing a healthy and mature partner. This confidence you gain goes beyond your choice of partners. It also helps you know your limits in terms of communicating with other people. Whether it’s your colleagues at work, classmates, siblings, or neighbors, you’ll know when your line is being crossed.