I 100% agree! It seems women are the ones to say that. Along with a humph and eye-roll, “You don't need a man to be happy.” And “you're perfectly capable of being alone.” I know those things for a fact. Still, it doesn't negate that I want—not need—a kind man with whom to share my life.

you can have a very full life and still be sad when you go to bed alone it's normal - and it's weird we act like wanting intimacy and companionship is weak

Completely agree. Self-love and the desire for connection are two different types of love, and one doesn’t cancel out the other. It’s possible to love yourself and still long for companionship—both are valid

People with partners can also feel lonely and love themselves. it’s not limited to single people. It’s also irritating when people say things like this. I do love myself, and still haven’t found a partner. Just because you don’t have a partner doesn’t mean you don’t already love yourself.

That or they push you to get in a relationship. Some people loneliness has nothing to do with a lack of self love nor would be fixed by romantic love

Yes! I have self love but I still crave another human for company. The two can co exist

This. I’ve been feeling extremely lonely and I don’t have anyone for that physical aspect of companionship. I’m very good at being alone & being comfortable with myself, but I struggle to find a real romantic connection with someone and I so badly want that. I miss having someone to hold and touch every night. I hardly ever am able to physically touch another human being anymore. I get a hug maybe once every month or every two months. I’m desperate for companionship and I’m tired of being alone

Also “if I weren’t married I’d choose to be single”

I'm single because I love and respect myself too much 🫠🫠

I don't even like myself most of the time.