For many of us, finding love is the ultimate goal. But for others, staying single is far more rewarding. New research shows the three main reasons why we might opt for the single.

The reasons why you might be choosing to stay single

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Being in a couple can be hard work, and older singletons may have enough previous experience to be extra careful before they enter into another relationship

You have (or think you have) “impediments” 

If you think of yourself as less attractive, less sociable or less interesting, for instance, these thoughts may, subconsciously, convince you that you’re not worthy of a serious relationship

Choosing the single life can be great – if you do it for the right reasons 

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Do you find yourself avoiding relationships? There may be a reason.

The 3 reasons why we choose to stay single