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I am happily single but I am just human and from time to time I do miss being in relationship. I believe I am single for two or maybe three years , I think.
Yes I have gone to dating etc etc etc but not really interested in any of them.
Anyone in here have comes in terms or maybe accept that you'll never be in relationship or in relationship again?
I am happily single but I am just human and from time to time I do miss being in relationship. I believe I am single for two or maybe three years , I think.
I don't want to start over again. I miss my exinlaws. Not my ex though. I don't want to have to meet family and friends of someone and get close and something else happen. Just easier on my blood pressure and overall life enjoyment to be single. I wouldn't mind finding a date buddy, someone just to do dinners with once in a while.
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I’ve 80% called it a day on any hope of a relationship. The last time I got close was over the summer but she wanted kids badly which was a non-starter for me. Matches on dating apps are totally non-existent now, trying to be more social in Charlotte but not meeting any available prospects. I’ve tried to brace myself that romantic love probably is just not in the cards for me and focus on other things.
I am happily single but I am just human and from time to time I do miss being in relationship. I believe I am single for two or maybe three years , I think.
Yes I have gone to dating etc etc etc but not really interested in any of them.
Anyone in here have comes in terms or maybe accept that you'll never be in relationship or in relationship again?
Do whatever makes you happy. You have posted that you are far happier outside of relationships than inside a relationship. Why would you want to be less happy? Do whatever you want. If you thin it feels right, go for a relationship. If not, enjoy your single life. I suspect anyone can be in a relationship if they want.
Do whatever makes you happy. You have posted that you are far happier outside of relationships than inside a relationship. Why would you want to be less happy? Do whatever you want. If you thin it feels right, go for a relationship. If not, enjoy your single life. I suspect anyone can be in a relationship if they want.
To the last point: sure they can. For awhile. If they choose poorly, or are simply unlucky, that unravels quickly enough.
To the question, one guy's perspective, mid 50s, 2023:
* Marriage isn't too clever RE divorce laws in various states and most of Canada. Losing half of what I own to a spouse isn't in the cards. I don't suggest all women would do such a thing, but what concerns me is any woman can, at her whim.
* The gross entitlement and odd ideas of 40-somethings these days doesn't impress me. I don't sign up for "emotional problems" or "antidepressants." Nor "boxed wine" and 11 more cats. Athletic or bust, as I am, meaning someone fully engaged w/healthy life habits vs. blame-game and other useless behavior. There's a few out there though the dating pool is smaller than I thought.
Thank God for the rise in availability of FWB to solve the physical needs. My emotional needs are solved via various athletics-related social groups. The latter is new to me in 2023, a choice I made: my Year of Yes.
The three needs I have from women are mostly resolved: parenting (count me out), bring warmth and beauty to my life and support me on my purpose (I do miss this), and physical affection (see above). 2/3 ain't bad. Should I want the middle item, I have friendly women around to draw a bit of that energy from.
I was alway kind of a relationship phobe, but then…..I fooled around and fell in love. lol
I remember that!! I am so glad you have found true love!
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