Being single for too long: Here's why this may be unhealthy for you
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Loading... - Samira Vandi
- 05 Sep 2022
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It is common knowledge that intimate connections are beneficial to one's health and provide long-term purpose and fulfilment.
Being single can be good for you. The key is to find the right balance between too much isolation and not enough interaction with other people. Too much isolation can lead to depression while socializing all the time can make you feel like you're missing out on important things in life.
Studies suggest that people in relationships are considerably more likely to be happier and have stronger immunity against mental health disorders. They are willing to put up with any discomfort for the benefit of their loved ones, in contrast to individuals who have been single for an extended period.
To be single for a long time has an emotional effect on the body and mind. Here's how:
Your personality becomes more rigid
When you’re single for a long time you get used to your habits and attitudes. Slowly you adopt this personality that is great for a thriving career and other areas of your life but not romantic relationships.
A romantic relationship needs a lot of collaboration and that side of you becomes suppressed. You become less fun and you’re more likely to only focus on what you want which will further prevent you from finding someone suitable.
It can affect you physically
Relationships aren’t just a matter of romance and bliss. It’s a survival thing because some studies confirm that married couples have a lesser risk of developing heart disease as compared to their single counterparts and not just that, they recover faster from illness.
You lose your confidence
Dating around and meeting new people is a fun experience when you have your confidence intact. That confidence is built over time when you learn how to interact with different people and experience a couple of rejections. Read More...
