I’ve thought about doing this for awhile for multiple reasons, namely:

1.) I’m tired of being hit on by random stranger men everywhere I go. I feel like if they see a ring, they won’t try to talk to me and will stop staring. 2.) Safety. If someone assumes I am with a man, there is less of a chance of being stalked, followed home, etc or anything else. I’m a bit paranoid but whatever, I don’t really care. 3.) Starting my own business in a place where I don’t know as many people (relatively new city) means I will be out a bit more marketing myself. Looking my info up by name is easy- just like it is for literally anyone. I don’t want strangers assuming I’m alone or single.

I feel a little ridiculous that I am resorting to this. But as someone who has been married before and is not now, I did NOT used to get hit on back then like I do now. I swear they look at my hand and think it gives them the right to tell me I’m beautiful or whatever else. I don’t like it. It’s sad that a ring makes me feel more safe and secure but it’s true.

Just curious to see what you all think.

*also not worried about missing potential mates because I’m taking time off from dating