“Unlocking Joy: The Surprising Truth About Finding Happiness in Solitude”
The idea of a relationship might sound nice in theory, but in practice, it often feels like too much effort. And if something feels more like a burden than a joy, why force it?
As Bonnie Scott, therapist and founder of Mindful Kindness Counseling, shared with Business Insider:
“On many levels, there’s mental health benefits of feeling free to drive your life. It’s empowering. And in many ways, a much more straightforward way to live than people who are not single.”
5. You prefer deep connections over casual dating
Small talk, meaningless flings, and surface-level relationships just don’t do it for you. If you’re going to invest your time and energy into someone, there has to be real depth.