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10 types of single women we all know
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Being single is not the same for everyone. It may mean something very different to one person than it does to another. Some like the condition, others want to get it over with quickly. We have collected 10 different single types for you.
Carefree, sorrowful, satisfied, happy, frustrated – all of these can fit one or the other single person – sometimes it is several words at the same time and sometimes one particularly seems to make up the state of mind. How a person perceives the single life is very individual. So there are many different approaches. Do you recognize yourself or friends of yours in them?
The carefree
The carefree single woman doesn’t mind being single. She has broken away from societal norms and is enjoying the time she can devote only to herself. This woman isn’t looking for a new relationship, she’s just seeing what happens in life – and she’s happy with both options.
The critical
The injured
Something happened in one of the past relationships that this single woman has not yet processed. This can mean that she keeps bumping into the same unpleasant guys because she first has to reflect on what is good for her. It can also make her feel unready for a relationship and, even with good chemistry, find reasons not to go through with it. These single women find it difficult to build trust in themselves or others. They must first work on what is blocking them inside before they can move forward.
The unfortunate
She’s always unlucky. A date doesn’t show up, a person doesn’t get in touch after a few days. This leaves traces and gnaws at their self-confidence. This single woman is best served by focusing on herself after a few failures; becomes aware of her own strengths or asks friends what they appreciate about her. Dating detox is the be-all and end-all here.
The reserved one
Would you like to date someone but would you like to make the first move? A horror. She waits for someone to speak to her, often in vain for a long time. Due to her reserved nature, she is often misperceived. Sometimes she seems disinterested to others, but that’s not her intention at all. Your best option is to push yourself and show interest. Practice makes perfect here.
The frustrated one
This single woman hates being single. She’s stuck in a never-ending cycle of self-pity and frustration – and doesn’t understand why this state isn’t changing. This single woman needs to learn to love and appreciate herself first. And: that there is nothing wrong with being single. Practicing patience is also a good tactic for them.
The self-determined
This woman is single by choice and loves the perks that come with it. She can be herself, pursue her own hobbies, meet up with friends, or travel alone wherever and whenever she wants. It is unthinkable for them to commit themselves to someone. Why make these commitments when she can be herself and be free?
The Headless
Everyone around her is taken, only she just can’t make it? The headless single woman is almost in a panic looking for a new love, which is why she often has several bad experiences. Because she herself often does not know what she wants and what principles she would have for an upcoming relationship, which means that many encounters with new lovers are doomed to failure. She should stop comparing herself to others and find what brings her joy in life (even when she’s not in a relationship).
The dreamer
She is hopelessly romantic and wishes for a life like she sees in the movies – a long life with the:the soulmate who:is somewhere just waiting to conquer her. She wants to grow old together and start a family. But in all her daydreams she often loses herself and doesn’t give other people a chance with the smallest discrepancies. It helps her to learn that there is no such thing as a perfect person, but that with steady work a relationship can come close to that state.
The single freshman
She has been in a relationship for a long time and is newly single. The worst heartache is over and she often develops in one of two directions: either she enjoys the newfound freedom to the fullest – or: she misses her:n ex and often thinks back to the past. With the latter, it helps to be clear about what went wrong in the relationship – from both sides. Among other things, friends who have a more neutral view can also support here.
Sources used: myself.de, verywellmind.com, mycounselingclinic.com