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Jun 2022
32m 35s

How to Start Over: When Partnership Is N...

THE ATLANTIC
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In a society dominated by romantic couples, it can be hard to accept your unpartnered state for what it is. But for the “single at heart,” the desire for partnership is nonexistent—replaced with a sense of self-sufficiency, satisfaction, and robust friendships.  In this episode of How to Start Over, we explore misconceptions about singlehood and what explain ... Show More
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