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Bella DePaulo, author of the book “Single at Heart” and a PhD from Harvard University, is celebrating a unique achievement this year. She is 70 years old and has not been in a relationship until now. In an article for the American “HuffPost”, she shared a grateful reflection on her experience, emphasizing that loneliness is not a curse at all, but a source of great joy and satisfaction.
What does being “single at heart” mean? “For us, it’s a way to live life to the fullest.”
The 70-year-old shared that growing up, she didn’t know that you could choose loneliness as a way of life. She believed in the stereotype that everyone really wants something, consciously or not, and its lack can only lead to sadness and misfortune over time.
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However, in her adult life, DePaulo discovered that it is possible to be “single at heart”, which in Polish can be translated as being “single at heart”. As a sociologist, Bella has spent decades studying singles’ lives and noted that self-sufficiency is a profound experience full of freedom that leads to a life consistent with the passions and values of the individual.
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Bella DePaulo, thanks to her research, concluded that “single at heart” they are happy because they don’t get into relationships, not despite this. Freedom is a great value for them. The author emphasizes that it is not only a luxury, but also the key to an authentic life.
The researcher also emphasizes that “singles at heart” can enjoy loneliness, which seems to be a superpower for them, especially in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, according to DePaulo, people who are not in a committed relationship are more connected to their loved ones than their committed counterparts. Their bonds with family or friends are often deeper and more intimate.
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The author clearly emphasizes her love for solitude. Contrary to popular belief, for her Life without a relationship does not mean isolation or sadness. He believes that the biggest myth is that the only thing singles want is to find a romantic partner. According to her, acting this way would be a huge loss for them.
For people like me, the risk is not what we lose if we don’t organize our lives around a romantic partner, but what we lose if we do.
Sources: huffingtonpost.co.uk
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Bruce is a talented author and journalist with a passion for entertainment . He currently works as a writer at the 247 News Agency, where he has established himself as a respected voice in the industry.
