The Benefits of Being Single

Much has been written about the benefits of being in a relationship: it is supposed to improve health, increase life spans and even improve happiness, but are relationships all that they are cracked up to be? Here are a few things to consider when you are sad that you are single.

Privacy:
One large advantage of being single is the ability to have privacy. Very few things are more awkward than trying to use the restroom as the the significant other walks in to brush his teeth or hopping in the tub for a relaxing soak and having someone come in and stink up the place. Being single allows you access to the most essential of needs: privacy.

Peace:
When single, you don't have to worry about being in a foul mood, or suffering through someone else's mood. You won't have anyone to argue with over who left the toothpaste uncapped because you are the only one who could have done it. No one will be digging through your underwear drawer or eating your last piece of chocolate, so you are able to enjoy your privacy in peace and quiet.

Financial Freedom:
No one will have the ability to blow all of the money in your checking account if you are single. They also won't be there to condemn you for splurging on your favorite treat or overspending at that sale you discovered. You will be able to spend your money on what YOU want to spend it on without interference from a significant other. If you've ever been involved with a spendthrift or a tightwad, you will be dancing in the street at this blessing!

The Ability to Make Your Own Plans:
Being single means that no one will change your plans unexpectedly. No "honey, I brought the guys over for a quick card game" on the nights that you were planning on turning in early, and no one overruling the plans you made to go hang out with the girls. If you decide to stay up all night playing Facebook apps who cares--no one will be there to complain! Singles have the freedom to do what they want when they want, and this is a blessing to be cherished!

Freedom from "Checking In:"
As anyone in a relationship knows, you have to call your significant other on occasion and let them know where you are and what you are doing. If you're going to be late, you have to call and let them know, dealing with the age-old "Why are you late? We've had this planned for a week!" When you change your plans you won't have to call anyone for permission or beg forgiveness--you can simply enjoy the occasion.

Freedom to Flirt:
You are out at the market and see a really hot guy over there looking at you. Being single, you can walk over to him and ask him the best way to see if a melon is ripe and flirt to your heart's content. Can't do that if you're not single!

Being single is much more advantageous than the couples would like you to think so don't give up your freedom easily. Instead, get off that couch, go out into the world and enjoy your ability to do what you want, when you want to do it!

Have fun!

Source:
Personal Experience