All these comments about, "oh, but they just gave up or are socially incompetent". I'm in a happy relationship, but I also know that's not an easy find and can see the appeal of wanting to be single. All the freedom your granted when your single is a huge draw. I've missed out on those freedoms because I went into a long term relationship early in life and I feel like I would struggle if I were thrown into it suddenly. I'm happy for those who chose to be single and are happy for it. Good for them.