When people ask me why I am single

When people ask me why I am single

When people ask me why I am single, I often find myself at a loss for words. It's not that I don't have an answer, but rather that the answer is complex and deeply personal. Being single is not a choice I made lightly, nor is it a reflection of my worth as a person. It is simply where I find myself at this point in my life.

There are many reasons why someone might be single, and my own reasons are a combination of factors that have led me to this place. For one, I have always been fiercely independent and have never felt the need to be in a relationship just for the sake of being in one. I value my freedom and autonomy, and I am not willing to compromise those things for the sake of being in a relationship.

Additionally, I have high standards for the kind of partner I want to be with. I refuse to settle for anything less than a deep, meaningful connection with someone who truly understands and appreciates me for who I am. I have seen too many people settle for less than they deserve in relationships, and I refuse to make that same mistake.

Furthermore, I have been hurt in the past and have taken the time to heal and work on myself before even considering entering into a new relationship. I believe that it is important to be whole and complete on your own before trying to build a life with someone else. I have spent time getting to know myself, my wants and needs, and I am not willing to compromise those things for the sake of being in a relationship.

Ultimately, being single is a choice that I have made for myself, and it is a choice that I am proud of. I am not defined by my relationship status, and I refuse to let society's expectations dictate how I should live my life. I am happy and fulfilled on my own, and I will not settle for anything less than what I truly deserve. So when people ask me why I am single, I simply smile and say, "Because I choose to be."