Being single isn’t just a relationship status — it’s a whole vibe with its own special quirks, freedoms, and experiences.
When you’re not in a relationship, you don’t have to consider anyone else or change the way you live your life to accommodate another person, and that can be both a good and bad thing. If you tend to be on your own more often than you date, here are some habits you’ve probably developed.
1. Starfishing is your default sleep position.
Your bed is your kingdom, and you claim every inch of it. You’ve mastered the art of diagonal sleeping, with limbs stretched out in every direction possible. The concept of “sides” of the bed becomes meaningless when you can roll around freely without a care in the world. Your collection of pillows and blankets has slowly taken over, and you wouldn’t have it any other way.
2. Dinner decisions take zero negotiation.
Fancy having ice cream for dinner? Go for it. Want to eat the same pasta dish five nights in a row? Nobody’s stopping you. Your kitchen follows your rules and your rules only. There’s no compromising on toppings, no debating about where to order from, and absolutely no judgement about your weird food combinations. Sometimes dinner is just standing in front of the fridge eating cheese — and that’s perfectly valid.
3. Your bathroom routine is blissfully simple.
The bathroom is your personal spa sanctuary where time has no meaning. You leave your stuff exactly where you want it, the toilet roll faces whatever direction you prefer, and your skincare products dominate every surface. The shower is yours for as long as you want, and no one’s around to judge how long you spend talking to yourself in the mirror or practising your imaginary acceptance speeches.
4. Weekend plans are delightfully spontaneous.
Your time is completely your own. You can switch plans last minute, spend an entire Sunday binge-watching shows, or decide to take a random day trip without consulting anyone. Maybe you’ll go out, maybe you’ll stay in — the beauty is that it’s entirely up to you. Your social battery recharges exactly how you need it to, whether that means a weekend of complete solitude or impromptu adventures.
5. Your living space reflects your true self.
Every corner of your home is arranged exactly how you like it. That weird art piece your ex would have hated? Proudly displayed. Your collection of action figures? They get prime shelf space. There’s no compromising on decor choices, no debating about colour schemes, and no hiding your guilty pleasure items. Your space is purely, unapologetically you.
6. Phone habits are totally unrestricted.
Your phone is a judgement-free zone. You can spend hours scrolling through whatever you want, playing games until 3 AM, or leaving messages unanswered for days. No one’s checking your screen time or asking who just texted. You’ve perfected the art of falling asleep mid-scroll without anyone nudging you to put the phone down. Plus, your camera roll is filled with random stuff only you find interesting.
7. Shopping trips are pure me-time.
Source: Unsplash Grocery shopping becomes a solo adventure where you buy exactly what you want. No need to grab someone else’s favourite cereal or compromise on snack choices. You’ve got your own grocery rhythm — maybe you shop daily for fresh stuff, or maybe you bulk buy enough to last weeks. The best part? No one questions why you need five different types of cheese or judges your midnight snack supplies.
8. Your streaming queues are sacred.
Source: Unsplash Your watchlist is yours alone to curate. No one’s messing up your Netflix algorithm or skipping ahead in shows you’re watching. You can rewatch the same comfort show for the hundredth time, or spend hours browsing without actually watching anything. The “continue watching” section tells your unique story, complete with those documentary series you started but never finished.
9. Personal admin happens whenever.
Bill-paying, laundry, and cleaning happen on your schedule. Maybe you do all your chores at midnight while dancing around in your pants. Maybe you save everything for one intense cleaning day. There’s no timeline except your own, no one to coordinate schedules with, and no debates about whose turn it is to do the dishes.
10. Your money is your business.
Financial decisions are refreshingly straightforward. Want to splurge on something ridiculous? Go ahead. Saving up for something specific? You set the pace. There’s no joint account to manage, no explaining your purchases, and no guilt about treating yourself. Your budgeting style might be meticulous spreadsheets or more of a wing-it approach — either way, it’s your call.
11. The bathroom door stays open.
Living alone means never having to close doors. Your entire place becomes one open space where you can freely wander, sing out loud, or have full conversations with yourself. The bathroom door concept becomes optional, and you’ve probably forgotten what it’s like to wear proper clothes at home.
12. Dating apps come and go.
Your relationship with dating apps is a rollercoaster. Sometimes you’re super active, crafting witty responses and scheduling dates. Other times, you delete everything in a moment of clarity, only to reinstall them a week later out of curiosity. The cycle of optimism, fatigue, and “maybe this time” is all too familiar.
13. Self-care reaches new levels.
You’ve turned self-care into an art form. Face masks at random hours, impromptu dance parties, long baths with no time limit — it’s all part of your solo lifestyle. You’ve created your own rituals and routines that keep you feeling good, and there’s no need to explain or justify any of it.
14. You’re the master of self-entertainment.
Being alone doesn’t mean being lonely — you’ve become brilliant at keeping yourself entertained. Whether it’s having full conversations with your plants, creating elaborate scenarios in your head, or becoming best friends with your neighbours’ cat, you’ve got solo entertainment down to a science. Your inner monologue is probably good enough for a Netflix special by now.
