Monk mode 2 years now (45 yrs old). My life is so much more relaxed, stress free and stream lined now than when I dated women. I won't deny there were fun times and excitement. But also A LOT of stress, disappointment, heartache and financial woes. I was pondering tonight whether if the highs were ever really worth all the lows. I just know I am so glad to be in the frame of mind now to not give a fuck about impressing or attracting females. There is a peaceful, even quality to my life now that is just golden.