I went out with friends last night and an acquaintance was saying hes always actively dating because he doesn't like to do things alone: eating, going out, trips.

So today I went and volunteered at an outdoor jazz event I helped plan. Then riding through downtown on my bike I stopped by the vinyl shop and bought a couple records. Went home, cleaned the apartment for a few hours then made a bomb ass dinner.

As I sit here alone, full of amazing food, jamming to my favorite music in my pristinely clean living room....I'm insanely happy. Like truly satisfied with my life right now.

I still date but I don't NEED to out of fear of doing things alone. I'm going to be satisfied with my life regardless and I'm glad it only took 3 toxic relationships to realize it. Thanks everyone on this sub for introducing me to a community who thinks the same way. You fuckers are the best.