In a world obsessed with romance and finding The One, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that you need to find a man to be fulfilled or complete. Whatever! While relationships can be great, they shouldn’t define you. So, here are 15 traits of women who don’t need a man to be happy, and why they rock.
1. They Deal With Their Problems.
Who needs a man to step in and fix a leaky faucet or assemble a piece of IKEA furniture? Flying solo is a fantastic way to sharpen your DIY and life skills so you don’t have to rely on a romantic partner to solve your problems. You can take care of yourself, thanks very much.
2. They’re Sorted On Self-Love.
Not depending on external love means you can fill your own cup. Self-love is non-negotiable. Without it, you’re just wandering around, waiting to catch approval from others and feeling low when you’re not receiving it. You know your worth and you won’t compromise it for anyone or anything.
3. They’re Extremely Ambitious.
The great thing about not being in a relationship is that there’s no one gets in the way of your dreams by distracting you. If you have career goals or dreams of building an empire, you’ll conquer your endeavors and find joy in what you achieve because you can dedicate 100% of your time and energy.
4. They’re Adventurous.
If you want to travel to an exciting destination or go bungee jumping with your friends, you don’t have to stop and consider someone else’s idea or whereabouts. It’s all about what you want to do, and you can be as spontaneous as you want. Women who don’t need a man to be happy have mastered this.
5. They’re Social Butterflies… Or Not.
A plus-one can be a bit of a ball and chain, to be honest. You might want to leave a party and go home to spend time with your cats, but they want to stick around. Or, maybe you want to go club-hopping with pals, but your boyfriend’s not into it. When you’re alone, you can choose how social you are without having to compromise.
6. They’re Financially Empowered.
As a single woman, your money’s all about you and what you want to do with it. You don’t have to share any of it with a partner or get stuck with someone who wants to whittle away your savings account. Best of all, you pay your own way.
7. They Regularly Discover New Passions.
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With more time at your disposal, you can dedicate more energy to finding new passions. Whether it’s learning how to make wine or attending a painting class, you can explore everything you need to be happy. This ensures your mind and your life in general are constantly being enriched, and isn’t that what it’s all about?
8. They’re In Touch With Their Spirituality.
All that alone time is a wonderful opportunity to meditate or find their inner spirituality to keep them strong during tough times. This can also lead to fine-tuning a stronger intuition, which is their compass through life and prevents them from allowing toxic people into their hearts.
9. They Constantly Work On Bettering Themselves.
Being thirsty for knowledge is a fantastic way to live. You can learn new skills, pursue more education, and read tons of books. You never stop learning, and it enriches your career while being an investment in yourself. Your intellect and emotional intelligence are through the roof, which will serve you well in life.
10. They’re The Masters Of Alone Time.
There’s nothing more empowering than seeing chunks of time to yourself as fun and empowering instead of lonely. You can do whatever you want, such as traveling, recharging your batteries, binge-watching Netflix shows, or sleeping in ’til noon. It’s all up to you.
11. They Don’t Seek Approval.
After being single for a long time, someone who doesn’t need a man to be happy knows what she’s worth and how to validate herself. She doesn’t need other people to make her feel good about herself because she can do that on her own. They provide their own self-assurance.
12. They Go Against The Grain.
Women who are single long-term are pros at doing what they want without worrying about societal rules and constructs. They challenge what they think they have to do or be to be happy while trailblazing their own path. This bravery and tendency to march to the beat of their own drum is life-changing!
13. They Make Themselves Happy.
Knowing how to make yourself happy is a life skill you’re never too young to learn. By being single, you can master how to boost your mood without depending on someone else to make you smile. You don’t risk being miserable because you’re always chasing someone else for happiness.
14. They’re Grateful For What They Have.
It’s easy to think of what your life lacks, but being on your own can encourage you to focus on what you should be grateful for. It’s time to celebrate what’s great about your life! This sense of gratitude will allow you to keep a positive attitude and always see the sunny side.
15. They Refuse To Settle.
Women who don’t need a man to be happy know what they want and don’t want. This prevents them from connecting with someone who makes them unhappy. They don’t end up in relationships that are “okay” or “good enough.” They know their worth and won’t lower their standards. They’d rather be alone, ’cause they know being alone can be awesome.
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