Is it better for mental health to be single?
For some people, being single for a long time can have positive mental health outcomes, such as increased self-discovery, personal growth, and the freedom to pursue individual interests and goals.
Is it normal to prefer being single?
More people than ever before are living solo: Nearly 40% of adults in the U.S. are unpartnered, up from 29% in 1990, according to the Pew Research Center. And about half aren't interested in dating or a relationship.
Is 30 too old to be single?
There is no issue with being a single woman in your 30s because it's not the age that's the problem. But if the reason you're single is because you're difficult, stubborn, have unreasonably high standards, and think you're God's gift to men — that's another story.
Are there benefits to being single?
Bonnie Scott, therapist and founder of Mindful Kindness Counseling, told Insider that singletons make all their own decisions, which leads to more freedom and a better ability to balance responsibilities. "On many levels, there's mental health benefits of feeling free to drive your life. It's empowering," she said.