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Life is full of ups and downs, putting many of us in situations we never thought we’d be in.
When it comes to romance, there can be many reasons why things don’t work out, or any someone might remain single, have a partner or decide to “consciously uncouple”.
A general rule when it comes to other peoples romantic lives, except exceptional circumstances, is to mind your own business unless they ask for your opinion.
A recent Twitter thread perfectly explains why we should all stop asking people to explain “why” they’re single.
Honestly. It’s because I don’t have time, I travel too much and it’s not a priority. I care more about my job and s… https://t.co/iVGbHUwe3i— 🔥Double Dee👠👠 (@🔥Double Dee👠👠) 1568247052
It turns out we never really know the pain that lies behind peoples’ personal lives, or the void that being single can create for those who want to find a partner. Also, there's nothing wrong with being single and studies actually show that there are lots of benefits to the single life.
Many people replied to the thread with messages of support.
@DCdebbie Someone in my building asked me this. I was so stunned, I think I said something like, "I'm sorry, who ar… https://t.co/PknOkg14dj— Pup-O-Dog (@Pup-O-Dog) 1568248181
@DCdebbie Unless it was a really close friend or a family member I respected, I would just tell them it was none of their fucking business.— Tom Hamilton (@Tom Hamilton) 1568247723
@DCdebbie The answer: "What's wrong with being single?"— Amazing Steph. ستيف ممتاز 🐱🦤 (@Amazing Steph. ستيف ممتاز 🐱🦤) 1568246942
@DCdebbie I used to say "just lucky, I guess."— Gatito (@Gatito) 1568248004
@DCdebbie People ask me all the time when am I going to retire because I am over 55. I tell them this: When I damne… https://t.co/SA2JLlGWNP— BetsyBeeGee (@BetsyBeeGee) 1568264123
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