7 reasons why you're still single

See 7 things that might be your problem

1. The past

Let go of the past and welcome the new. Hurtful and bad experiences from previous relationships can wreck you up emotionally but if you dwell on them, you'll never move on.

I know it can be difficult but try to heal and forgive yourself and/or your ex. Forgiveness frees up your mind and opens you up for new experiences.

2. Meeting the wrong people

Sometimes we're just unlucky. It's very likely you've been meeting the wrong people and this can mess up your psyche - the wrong people would leave you wondering what your problem is.

But don't worry about it. You're perfectly okay, the right person is around the corner and you'll meet them soon.

3. Fear of commitment

Some of us are terribly scared of commitment, and this is because we've wasted our efforts in past relationships. If this is your problem, I want you to know you're not alone, we're all scared.

However, if you want to live the life of your dreams, you need to overcome this fear. Try out a new relationship, do not put so much pressure on your next partner. Just enjoy the moment and go with the flow of passion. Having this attitude makes life fun.

4. Social Life

Are you socially awkward? Do you love being indoors? Are you a complete workaholic? This might be the reason for your single status. Loosen up a bit, life is short. Spend time with your friends, hang out with them. You never know who you might meet.

5. You’re too picky

There’s no perfect human, neither is there a perfect relationship. Choose to be with someone who has the standards you desire and learn to tolerate/overlook their insignificant flaws. Quit nagging too, it helps no one.

6. Attitude

Does everyone say you're rude? Perhaps, they just might be a little bit right.

Try to be polite to people/strangers. You can be classy and still have a great personality. One tip is to smile often, it helps a lot.

7. Hygiene/Looks

This is one of the most overlooked problems. Your level of hygiene matters a lot. If you don't smell nice, if you don't dress properly, if you have a mouth odor or body odor, then my dear, no one will move to you.

So before you blame the devil, check your hygiene.

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Funmi is a Writer, Thinker and Marketing buff. Like Mark Manson, he hopes to give life advice that doesn't suck.

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