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Elina Moreno, PhD Student, Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences, University of Toronto

Singlehood can be an opportunity for personal growth — if you see it that way

Society has long emphasized that romantic relationships are the key to leading a fulfilling life. Being partnered is often presented as a milestone to pursue, while being single can be framed as something to move beyond.

But that script is changing. Many young adults are delaying romantic relationships or choosing to remain single instead. Others are having challenges dating and struggling with their singlehood. For some, singlehood is a deliberate choice; for others, it is a circumstance they are still learning to navigate.

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