Are all singles unhapy?
With the rapidly changing trends of the modern society, singlehood is being widely accepted and embraced. I think that singlehood has it's good and bad sides...One of the most popular reasons why people (especially women) prefer to be single is because of the freedom that they get. Unmarried women are not bound by spousal and family responsibilities. Being single gives them a chance to pursue their dreams and careers. They are able to focus more on themselves and do not always have to put others before themselves. Taking on late night job shifts, which is quite impossible for married people, can be done be the singles. They are also able to travel around more and go on official trips (without getting complaints about "not taking care of the family" from out-lawish in-laws).
This freedom also helps singles to develop a sense of self-sufficiency and independance. They learn not to rely on their spouse for financial assistance etc, unlike married people.
The most obvious con of singlehood is that single poeple may tend to feel more anxious and stressed than married people. This is because of the lack of emotional and moral support from their spouse and family.
The image that we get through the word "spinster" is that of an old lady surrounded by cats. Now, cats are nice animals, but they are just......cats....... Singles may feel lonely without the support and love of a partner.
So personally, even though singlehood could have it's benefits, I think marriage is the more fulfilling of the two.
My source: www.naaree.com/mamblog-section/relationships/the-pros-and-cons-of-staying-single-
