A woman who went celibate after a breakup claims it was the best experience of her life - as she was able to 'reclaim power' by no longer depending on men for her happiness. Mariemilia Cedeno said after having sex with a guy she dated last summer the 'bubble popped', leaving her deeply hurt and realising how dependent she was on a romantic connection.
The 23-year-old decided to abstain from dating in June, which saw her ditch the apps, no longer text men in her contacts and politely decline any date offers. Mariemilia said her six-month romantic sabbatical 'changed everything'. She claims it abolished her need for male gratification, redefined her boundaries in relationships and gained more self-respect.
