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There is nothing to be ashamed of when you are single. It is wonderful to go through life single. You can make your own plans and you do not have to take anyone else into account. Of course, you have moments when you long for someone to share your day with and sometimes you can feel very lonely. But in general you are very happy.
You know that your self-esteem is not determined by your relationship status . Your happiness is not dependent on another person and that makes you feel good and independent.
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10 Signs You’ve Been Single Too Long
Haven’t been in a relationship for a long time? Then there are a number of feelings that you just can’t suppress anymore. We’ll tell you what the 10 signs are that you can tell that you’ve been single for too long.
1. You no longer fantasize about the one
In the past, you thought about what it would be like to meet your soulmate every day . You fantasized about that moment or what he or she would look like and you spontaneously got butterflies in your stomach . Nowadays, those thoughts don’t even occur to you anymore.
2. You no longer put effort into your appearance
In the past, you really tried to look your best. Before you went out, to a party or on a date, you put a lot of work and effort into your appearance. You put on your favorite outfit, did your hair, put on a nice perfume and maybe your make-up. Nowadays, you really don’t put any effort in anymore. You get out of bed and you walk out the door like that. Your biggest priority? That you are comfortable.
3. You don’t feel like hearing your friends whine about their love lives
Your friends keep whining and complaining about their love lives. You are tired of hearing about failed relationships and annoying partners. You notice that you care less and less, but also that it is becoming harder for you to empathize with their situation. It is difficult to talk to or advise others if you cannot identify with their situation.
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4. Your family and friends no longer ask you if you are currently seeing someone
Back in the day, your aunt and uncle would always ask if you were dating someone or had already met a nice partner. Nowadays, they have stopped asking this question, because they already know the answer. You are very happy about that, because you are tired of having to give the same answer to everyone.
5. You think it’s a waste of time to meet someone else
You’ve been on too many failed dates that you’re no longer excited about the idea of dating again or meeting someone new. You’re pretty sure it won’t work out with this person either, so you don’t feel like wasting your time any more.
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6. You are disgusted by couples who are clingy
Every time you see a couple holding hands on the street, you feel disgusted. When you see a couple in love lying in each other’s arms in the park, you almost have to gag. You don’t want to have anything to do with all that overly cheesy stuff anymore . The idea that you will have to do this with your future partner doesn’t exactly make you enthusiastic.
7. You have absolutely no desire to share your bed with anyone
Your bed is your personal space. It is the place where you can relax after a long day of work or studying. You only share this space with your phone or at most a friendly pet. You don’t want to think about sharing this space with another person. Frustrating sharing a blanket with someone at night, listening to someone else’s snoring and not being able to fully occupy the bed. If you get into a relationship, these are all hellish things you will have to deal with.
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8. You get excited about the idea of going home on your first date
You’ve come to hate first dates. They’re often awkward and the conversation is often forced and unnatural. From the moment you arrive, you’re already looking forward to going home. On your date, you’d rather watch Netflix in bed by yourself.
First dates feel like a huge waste of time and you can think of better things to do than force a conversation with someone you barely know.
9. You no longer keep track of which of your friends are getting engaged or married
You used to get really excited when your friends reached milestones in their relationship , like an engagement or a wedding. You were always so happy for them and the thought of experiencing this yourself made you excited. But now you can’t even keep track. In fact, you don’t care about all this romantic stuff anymore.
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10. You have become accustomed to a life without compromises
You know that getting into a relationship means making compromises and sacrifices. Going through life without a partner for a long time has made you used to being selfish. When you are single, you only have to think about your own well-being.
You don’t have to take anything into account. Not your partners daily schedule, but also not his or her feelings, wonderful. And that’s why you don’t know if you will give up this lifestyle for someone else soon.
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