The meaning of being single has changed over the years and I think it is important to recognize and respect this choice. Being single can have some very surprising and positive impacts on someone such as being therapeutic, energizing, an increase in time, and simply the best choice for some people. The positive benefits of being single are becoming increasingly verified with science and newly discovered through its popularity in communities. If being single is so great for certain people, why did it take us this long and what held us back? One way to help the acceptance, understanding, and