February 16, 2025 • 21 mins
Society loves to tell us that being single in your 30s is something to be fixed, but what if it's actually something to be embraced? In this candid and empowering episode, Allison breaks down the realities of navigating your 30s solo—without the pressure, shame, or outdated timelines. She explores:
If you’ve ever felt like you’re “behind” or questioned if you’re doing life “right,” this episode is for you. Let’s shift the narrative and celebrate the beauty of this season!
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- The myths and misconceptions about being single at this stage of life
- The freedom, growth, and self-discovery that come with it
- How to handle external pressures from family, friends, and society
- Tips for cultivating a fulfilling and joyful single life
If you’ve ever felt like you’re “behind” or questioned if you’re doing life “right,” this episode is for you. Let’s shift the narrative and celebrate the beauty of this season!
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Speaker 1 (00:06):
Hey, and welcome to Alison's Corner. This is my little
corner of the Internet where we dive into wellness, personal growth, relationships,
and just other topics best suited for you. I'm your host, Alison,
bringing you fresh perspectives, inspiring conversations, and a little something
(00:29):
to spark your day. Be sure to follow along with
Alison's Corner on Instagram, subscribe to our newsletter, and watch
us on YouTube at Allison's Corner Pod. Here you'll find
more insights in community updates of what we have going
on on Allison's Corner. Now, without further ado, here is
(00:50):
today's episode. Hey everyone, welcome or welcome back back to
another episode of Alison's Corner. So today I want to
have a very real, just unfiltered conversation about something that
(01:16):
so many of us experience but we don't always talk
about openly, and that is being single in your thirties.
So I had this bright idea. Since it's February and
February is the month when we celebrate all things love,
I kind of wanted to speak about something that deals
(01:39):
with that in a different way, just with a twist. Okay,
this isn't how to get a man. Episode This isn't
about fixing your singleness. No, we are not going to
be talking about all of that. This is about the
reality of being single in your thirties. It's about all
(02:02):
the expectations, all the joys, the struggles, and how to
truly embrace this season of your life instead of like
just feeling as though you're waiting for your next chapter.
You know, for me, I've been single for a while now,
and let me tell you, this journey has been something okay.
(02:27):
It's been freeing, it's been fun, it's been lonely, it's
been frustrating, it's been empowering, you name it. Every emotion
I have felt okay, And depending on the day, my
feelings about it can shift. So some days I really
(02:48):
love my independence right, and then other days I see
a cute couple at a coffee shop and I'm like,
will that ever be me? And you know, that loneliness
factor it starts to creep in because the what if
they start playing around in my mind, like what if
I never meet my person? What if I'm doing something wrong?
(03:11):
What if you know, I end up alone? And I
know I'm not the only one who's had these thoughts,
So if you're also like me and you're single in
your thirties. You know that the world they have a
lot to say about it, Okay, from your family members
(03:32):
who want to drop hints at every family holiday gathering,
to social media constantly reminding us that yet another couple
just got engaged. You know all of it. It can
it can sometimes feel like you're behind in life. And
I really want to break down the truth about being single,
(03:56):
especially if you're in your thirties, the expectations versus the reality,
the perks, the challenges, and most importantly, how we can
truly embrace and enjoy the season of our lives without
feeling like we're just waiting for something to happen. Okay,
(04:18):
And if you're single in your thirties or not, and
if you feel left behind, if you're a little discouraged
or maybe even feeling the pressure, this episode is for
you and we're gonna break it all down the midst
the the perks, the hard parts, and most importantly, why
(04:38):
being single does not mean that you're missing out on life.
So go ahead, grab your coffee, tea, wine, I got
my water right here, and we're gonna talk about it.
So firstly, I just want to talk about the expectations
and the reality, right, So the expectations that we had
(05:01):
growing up, you know, we were all fed pretty much
the same story. You're supposed to be married at thirty,
have a house, maybe even a kid or two. It
was pretty much presented in a way that felt as
though thirty that was the milestone of adulthood, that was
the beginning, because I remember being eighteen, y'all and thinking,
(05:26):
by thirty, I'll have it all figured out. Spoil alert,
spoiler alert. I do not, and quite frankly, a lot
of people in their thirties don't a lot of people don't.
And that is more than okay. But because this expectation
(05:48):
has been so deeply ingrained in us, it can sometimes
feel like we're off track if we don't follow a
set timeline. And the reality is is life doesn't work
that way. Because some people they find their person at
twenty five, and some find their people or their person
(06:09):
at forty five, and some never find their person. And
that's okay, because all of those paths that people are
taking are valid. I remember I used to compare myself
to my friends who were married or engaged, and I
(06:29):
thought that they were somehow ahead of me in life.
And one thing that I've learned is that marriage and
relationships don't equate to happiness. Some people in relationships wish
that they had the freedom that you have being single.
(06:50):
And there are some people who rushed into marriage and
they now wish that they had taken their time. And
that lets you know that the grass it isn't always greener.
It's just different, and it's different for you. So when
I was like in my early twenties, I genuinely thought
(07:12):
that by thirty, you know, I'd be living this picture
perfect life. And I don't know why I thought that,
because that is what society conditions us to believe, because
we see thirty when we're growing up, as some type
of deadline, and that is the age where we need
(07:33):
to have it all together, where we should have met
the one and we need to be living some type
of fairy tale version of adulthood. And again that is
not the case, because some people genuinely love being single
(07:53):
and they don't want a traditional relationship at all. So
why is it that there is still this lingering pressure
for you to have your relationship status all figured out
by thirty? Because I'm thirty one. I'm about to be
thirty two, and let me tell you something that is
(08:17):
very outdated thinking, and still some people, many people feel
that way. You know, family pressure again is real. You
show up to Thanksgiving and your auntie she's looking at
you like, hey, are you dating anyone? And when you
say no, there's this awkward pause that follows talking about oh,
(08:42):
you know, don't worry, you'll find someone soon, or you know,
you'll be scrolling on like social media like Instagram or
TikTok and suddenly everybody is engaged, or everybody is married,
or everyone is having a baby. And even if you
are happy on your own, sometimes it can sting a
(09:02):
little bit. So if you've ever felt like you're behind,
I want to stop you right there. You're not behind.
You are exactly where you need to be. Your life
is happening right now, and it is not on pause
just because you don't have a partner. Okay, we need
(09:22):
to do some myth busting, okay, because there are so
many misconceptions about being single in your thirties, and we're
I have a few and we're gonna break it down.
Number one for me is that you must be too picky,
and I want to tell anybody who's ever heard that
(09:45):
said to them that you are not picky. You have standards,
and your standards are not unrealistic expectations, because let's be real,
there is a big difference between being picked and knowing
what you deserve. And at this age, especially at my
big age, I know myself better than anyone, and I
(10:10):
at this age know myself very well because I know
what I want, I know what I won't tolerate, and
I would honestly rather be single than settle. Number two,
you must be lonely. I want to address this because
loneliness is a part of life for everyone, single or not.
(10:36):
I have a beautiful, full life. I have strong friendships,
I have deep connections, and I have a sense of
self worth that isn't dependent on a relationship. Now, do
I get lonely sometimes, Yes, that is a reality. But
(10:58):
I also know Mayora people who feel lonely too. And
number three, and this is my last one, is that
you'll regret it later, because who says so honestly? Who
says I'm gonna regret this? Because I feel like a
lot of the time society thinks that women's self worth
(11:23):
expires after thirty, and that again is very outdated thinking
because more and more people are finding love later in life.
They are prioritizing their own happiness over some fake timeline
that people have been creating. And truthfully, I'd rather be
(11:44):
single and thriving than be in a relationship just because
I felt the pressure to. So one thing that I
do want to talk about are the good parts of
being seen in your thirties, because I do think that
there are plenty of them. So one thing that comes
(12:07):
to mind for me is freedom. You get to live
life completely on your own terms. You don't have to
consider anyone else's schedule, anyone else's preferences, or their needs.
When you're making a decision, like if you want to
move to a new city, go for it. You want
(12:28):
to solo travel, book the trip, want to change careers,
go ahead and apply for the job and do it.
There is no one else's life that you have to
factor into your choices. And I feel like that is
such a huge advantage because if we even want to
be even more real, our thirties are a very transformative time.
(12:55):
We know ourselves so much better than we did in
our twenties. You've outgrown certain mindsets and relationships and situations
that no longer serve us, and we've learned from past
mistakes and we have a much clearer sense of what
we actually want in a partner, or if we even
want one at all. And I feel like another major
(13:18):
perk that a lot of people don't talk about is
the emotional and financial independence, because in your thirties, I
always say, your thirties are like your twenties, but better.
You're more stable in your career. You've kind of laid
the foundation and built a good life for yourself, and
you don't need someone else to provide for you. And
(13:39):
this is powerful because it means that when you do
actually choose a partner, it is not out of a need,
but it is out of want. And that makes such
a difference. And there are even small joys that are
attached to it. I get to watch my TV show
(14:00):
when I want, I decorate my space how I want.
I don't have to compromise on meal choices. I get
to be selfish with my time. And for a lot
of people that might seem like it's something so minor,
but they add up, and being single in your thirties
(14:22):
doesn't mean that you're missing out. It just means that
you get to experience life in a way that is
completely your own. Now. Of course, it wouldn't be fair
just to highlight the perks, because being single in your
thirties does come with its challenges too, And one of
the biggest struggles again is loneliness. You know, I will
(14:47):
sugarcoat it. There are moments when it can feel isolating.
It's you know, you come home after a long day
of work, you're tired, or you're stressed, and sometimes you
wish that there was someone there to talk to, to
share a little moment with. And then there's that societal
pressure where people start looking at you crazy, like there
(15:08):
must be something wrong with you, or sometimes they assume
that you're unhappy and that it's because you haven't found
your person yet. And even if we even speak a
little bit on another aspect that I want to talk
about is the finances. With the state of the economy
as it is, being a single person is expensive. It
(15:33):
is very expensive. And I think a lot about how
my friends who are in relationships are married and they
live in a two person household where both people are
generating income and they can rely on the other person
for some of their financial needs. I cannot do that
(15:53):
in today's economy. It is a lot to be a
single person with no dependence. It is expensive and even
if we want to even take a step further, when
we talk about actually going out there and dating, dating
in your thirties can be exhausting because the pool of
(16:14):
available people becomes smaller, and a lot of them come
with more things attached to them. They might have expouses,
they might have kids. Some of them even might have
some unresolved emotional wounds, which that's a whole nother discussion,
but it can be hard to find people who are
(16:35):
truly ready for a serious relationship. And if I even
want to be more honest with you, the dating apps
they can be draining. Okay, But here's the truth. Being
single isn't the problem because at the end of the day,
it's just a relationship status. It's not a measure of
your worth. It's not a measure of your success or
(16:57):
of your happiness. And the real challenge isn't about being single.
It's about learning how to be fulfilled whether you're single
or you're not. So how can we embrace being single
in our thirties without feeling like we're just waiting for
something to happen. I want you to, number one, reframe
(17:18):
your mindset because instead of thinking of singleness as some
type of waiting period, I want you to see it
as a time to build the best version of your life.
And I love my life right now. I love doing
the things that I do because my life is still
happening right now and it's not gonna happen when I
meet my person or when I get married. No, it's
(17:42):
happening despite all of that. Number two, I want you
to find joy in your own company. I want you
to take yourself on solo dates, go and travel by yourself,
learn a new hobby, do all of the things that
truly bring you joy. If you can enjoy what your
(18:04):
own company brings, you won't settle for just anyone to
fill the silence. Okay, And I also number three, I
want you to nurture those other relationships that you have,
because I really have to speak about this, especially to
my ladies. Romantic love isn't the only love that matters.
(18:25):
The love that also matters is when you have beautiful
relationships and friendships with the people in your life. When
you're able to build strong family bonds and connections, and
community overall plays a very huge role in you living
(18:45):
a fulfilling life. Okay, number four, let go of the
timelines because at the end of the day, love has
no deadline. Just because you haven't met your person yet
doesn't mean that you won't. It just means that your
story is still continuing to happen and it is unfolding
in a way that is meant for you. And last
(19:09):
but not at least, I'm gonna say number five, just
stay open, don't force it. That is one thing that
I've had to learn because I feel like there's such
a difference when you're actively dating with an open mind
and an open heart and when you're forcing a connection
out of fear of being alone. Because a lot of
(19:32):
the best relationships come naturally when they come from a
place of being authentic and not being desperate. So the
bottom line, you are a whole on your own and
a relationship can be a beautiful addition to your life,
(19:53):
but it is not the thing that completes you. You
are already complete. So if you're single in your thirties,
hear me out, hear me loud and clear. You are
not behind you are not missing out. You are building
a life that is yours and on your own terms.
(20:13):
And there is no shame in being single. There is
no shame in even wanting love or desiring it, because
both can coexist at the same time. But as we
come to the end of today's episode, as always, I
want to leave y'all with a quote, and this is
a quote for me. You alone are enough. Okay. As always,
(20:38):
God bless have an amazing day and thank you for
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(21:01):
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next time, be blessed.
Hey, and welcome to Alison's Corner. This is my little
corner of the Internet where we dive into wellness, personal growth, relationships,
and just other topics best suited for you. I'm your host, Alison,
bringing you fresh perspectives, inspiring conversations, and a little something
(00:29):
to spark your day. Be sure to follow along with
Alison's Corner on Instagram, subscribe to our newsletter, and watch
us on YouTube at Allison's Corner Pod. Here you'll find
more insights in community updates of what we have going
on on Allison's Corner. Now, without further ado, here is
(00:50):
today's episode. Hey everyone, welcome or welcome back back to
another episode of Alison's Corner. So today I want to
have a very real, just unfiltered conversation about something that
(01:16):
so many of us experience but we don't always talk
about openly, and that is being single in your thirties.
So I had this bright idea. Since it's February and
February is the month when we celebrate all things love,
I kind of wanted to speak about something that deals
(01:39):
with that in a different way, just with a twist. Okay,
this isn't how to get a man. Episode This isn't
about fixing your singleness. No, we are not going to
be talking about all of that. This is about the
reality of being single in your thirties. It's about all
(02:02):
the expectations, all the joys, the struggles, and how to
truly embrace this season of your life instead of like
just feeling as though you're waiting for your next chapter.
You know, for me, I've been single for a while now,
and let me tell you, this journey has been something okay.
(02:27):
It's been freeing, it's been fun, it's been lonely, it's
been frustrating, it's been empowering, you name it. Every emotion
I have felt okay, And depending on the day, my
feelings about it can shift. So some days I really
(02:48):
love my independence right, and then other days I see
a cute couple at a coffee shop and I'm like,
will that ever be me? And you know, that loneliness
factor it starts to creep in because the what if
they start playing around in my mind, like what if
I never meet my person? What if I'm doing something wrong?
(03:11):
What if you know, I end up alone? And I
know I'm not the only one who's had these thoughts,
So if you're also like me and you're single in
your thirties. You know that the world they have a
lot to say about it, Okay, from your family members
(03:32):
who want to drop hints at every family holiday gathering,
to social media constantly reminding us that yet another couple
just got engaged. You know all of it. It can
it can sometimes feel like you're behind in life. And
I really want to break down the truth about being single,
(03:56):
especially if you're in your thirties, the expectations versus the reality,
the perks, the challenges, and most importantly, how we can
truly embrace and enjoy the season of our lives without
feeling like we're just waiting for something to happen. Okay,
(04:18):
And if you're single in your thirties or not, and
if you feel left behind, if you're a little discouraged
or maybe even feeling the pressure, this episode is for
you and we're gonna break it all down the midst
the the perks, the hard parts, and most importantly, why
(04:38):
being single does not mean that you're missing out on life.
So go ahead, grab your coffee, tea, wine, I got
my water right here, and we're gonna talk about it.
So firstly, I just want to talk about the expectations
and the reality, right, So the expectations that we had
(05:01):
growing up, you know, we were all fed pretty much
the same story. You're supposed to be married at thirty,
have a house, maybe even a kid or two. It
was pretty much presented in a way that felt as
though thirty that was the milestone of adulthood, that was
the beginning, because I remember being eighteen, y'all and thinking,
(05:26):
by thirty, I'll have it all figured out. Spoil alert,
spoiler alert. I do not, and quite frankly, a lot
of people in their thirties don't a lot of people don't.
And that is more than okay. But because this expectation
(05:48):
has been so deeply ingrained in us, it can sometimes
feel like we're off track if we don't follow a
set timeline. And the reality is is life doesn't work
that way. Because some people they find their person at
twenty five, and some find their people or their person
(06:09):
at forty five, and some never find their person. And
that's okay, because all of those paths that people are
taking are valid. I remember I used to compare myself
to my friends who were married or engaged, and I
(06:29):
thought that they were somehow ahead of me in life.
And one thing that I've learned is that marriage and
relationships don't equate to happiness. Some people in relationships wish
that they had the freedom that you have being single.
(06:50):
And there are some people who rushed into marriage and
they now wish that they had taken their time. And
that lets you know that the grass it isn't always greener.
It's just different, and it's different for you. So when
I was like in my early twenties, I genuinely thought
(07:12):
that by thirty, you know, I'd be living this picture
perfect life. And I don't know why I thought that,
because that is what society conditions us to believe, because
we see thirty when we're growing up, as some type
of deadline, and that is the age where we need
(07:33):
to have it all together, where we should have met
the one and we need to be living some type
of fairy tale version of adulthood. And again that is
not the case, because some people genuinely love being single
(07:53):
and they don't want a traditional relationship at all. So
why is it that there is still this lingering pressure
for you to have your relationship status all figured out
by thirty? Because I'm thirty one. I'm about to be
thirty two, and let me tell you something that is
(08:17):
very outdated thinking, and still some people, many people feel
that way. You know, family pressure again is real. You
show up to Thanksgiving and your auntie she's looking at
you like, hey, are you dating anyone? And when you
say no, there's this awkward pause that follows talking about oh,
(08:42):
you know, don't worry, you'll find someone soon, or you know,
you'll be scrolling on like social media like Instagram or
TikTok and suddenly everybody is engaged, or everybody is married,
or everyone is having a baby. And even if you
are happy on your own, sometimes it can sting a
(09:02):
little bit. So if you've ever felt like you're behind,
I want to stop you right there. You're not behind.
You are exactly where you need to be. Your life
is happening right now, and it is not on pause
just because you don't have a partner. Okay, we need
(09:22):
to do some myth busting, okay, because there are so
many misconceptions about being single in your thirties, and we're
I have a few and we're gonna break it down.
Number one for me is that you must be too picky,
and I want to tell anybody who's ever heard that
(09:45):
said to them that you are not picky. You have standards,
and your standards are not unrealistic expectations, because let's be real,
there is a big difference between being picked and knowing
what you deserve. And at this age, especially at my
big age, I know myself better than anyone, and I
(10:10):
at this age know myself very well because I know
what I want, I know what I won't tolerate, and
I would honestly rather be single than settle. Number two,
you must be lonely. I want to address this because
loneliness is a part of life for everyone, single or not.
(10:36):
I have a beautiful, full life. I have strong friendships,
I have deep connections, and I have a sense of
self worth that isn't dependent on a relationship. Now, do
I get lonely sometimes, Yes, that is a reality. But
(10:58):
I also know Mayora people who feel lonely too. And
number three, and this is my last one, is that
you'll regret it later, because who says so honestly? Who
says I'm gonna regret this? Because I feel like a
lot of the time society thinks that women's self worth
(11:23):
expires after thirty, and that again is very outdated thinking
because more and more people are finding love later in life.
They are prioritizing their own happiness over some fake timeline
that people have been creating. And truthfully, I'd rather be
(11:44):
single and thriving than be in a relationship just because
I felt the pressure to. So one thing that I
do want to talk about are the good parts of
being seen in your thirties, because I do think that
there are plenty of them. So one thing that comes
(12:07):
to mind for me is freedom. You get to live
life completely on your own terms. You don't have to
consider anyone else's schedule, anyone else's preferences, or their needs.
When you're making a decision, like if you want to
move to a new city, go for it. You want
(12:28):
to solo travel, book the trip, want to change careers,
go ahead and apply for the job and do it.
There is no one else's life that you have to
factor into your choices. And I feel like that is
such a huge advantage because if we even want to
be even more real, our thirties are a very transformative time.
(12:55):
We know ourselves so much better than we did in
our twenties. You've outgrown certain mindsets and relationships and situations
that no longer serve us, and we've learned from past
mistakes and we have a much clearer sense of what
we actually want in a partner, or if we even
want one at all. And I feel like another major
(13:18):
perk that a lot of people don't talk about is
the emotional and financial independence, because in your thirties, I
always say, your thirties are like your twenties, but better.
You're more stable in your career. You've kind of laid
the foundation and built a good life for yourself, and
you don't need someone else to provide for you. And
(13:39):
this is powerful because it means that when you do
actually choose a partner, it is not out of a need,
but it is out of want. And that makes such
a difference. And there are even small joys that are
attached to it. I get to watch my TV show
(14:00):
when I want, I decorate my space how I want.
I don't have to compromise on meal choices. I get
to be selfish with my time. And for a lot
of people that might seem like it's something so minor,
but they add up, and being single in your thirties
(14:22):
doesn't mean that you're missing out. It just means that
you get to experience life in a way that is
completely your own. Now. Of course, it wouldn't be fair
just to highlight the perks, because being single in your
thirties does come with its challenges too, And one of
the biggest struggles again is loneliness. You know, I will
(14:47):
sugarcoat it. There are moments when it can feel isolating.
It's you know, you come home after a long day
of work, you're tired, or you're stressed, and sometimes you
wish that there was someone there to talk to, to
share a little moment with. And then there's that societal
pressure where people start looking at you crazy, like there
(15:08):
must be something wrong with you, or sometimes they assume
that you're unhappy and that it's because you haven't found
your person yet. And even if we even speak a
little bit on another aspect that I want to talk
about is the finances. With the state of the economy
as it is, being a single person is expensive. It
(15:33):
is very expensive. And I think a lot about how
my friends who are in relationships are married and they
live in a two person household where both people are
generating income and they can rely on the other person
for some of their financial needs. I cannot do that
(15:53):
in today's economy. It is a lot to be a
single person with no dependence. It is expensive and even
if we want to even take a step further, when
we talk about actually going out there and dating, dating
in your thirties can be exhausting because the pool of
(16:14):
available people becomes smaller, and a lot of them come
with more things attached to them. They might have expouses,
they might have kids. Some of them even might have
some unresolved emotional wounds, which that's a whole nother discussion,
but it can be hard to find people who are
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truly ready for a serious relationship. And if I even
want to be more honest with you, the dating apps
they can be draining. Okay, But here's the truth. Being
single isn't the problem because at the end of the day,
it's just a relationship status. It's not a measure of
your worth. It's not a measure of your success or
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of your happiness. And the real challenge isn't about being single.
It's about learning how to be fulfilled whether you're single
or you're not. So how can we embrace being single
in our thirties without feeling like we're just waiting for
something to happen. I want you to, number one, reframe
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your mindset because instead of thinking of singleness as some
type of waiting period, I want you to see it
as a time to build the best version of your life.
And I love my life right now. I love doing
the things that I do because my life is still
happening right now and it's not gonna happen when I
meet my person or when I get married. No, it's
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happening despite all of that. Number two, I want you
to find joy in your own company. I want you
to take yourself on solo dates, go and travel by yourself,
learn a new hobby, do all of the things that
truly bring you joy. If you can enjoy what your
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own company brings, you won't settle for just anyone to
fill the silence. Okay, And I also number three, I
want you to nurture those other relationships that you have,
because I really have to speak about this, especially to
my ladies. Romantic love isn't the only love that matters.
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The love that also matters is when you have beautiful
relationships and friendships with the people in your life. When
you're able to build strong family bonds and connections, and
community overall plays a very huge role in you living
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a fulfilling life. Okay, number four, let go of the
timelines because at the end of the day, love has
no deadline. Just because you haven't met your person yet
doesn't mean that you won't. It just means that your
story is still continuing to happen and it is unfolding
in a way that is meant for you. And last
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but not at least, I'm gonna say number five, just
stay open, don't force it. That is one thing that
I've had to learn because I feel like there's such
a difference when you're actively dating with an open mind
and an open heart and when you're forcing a connection
out of fear of being alone. Because a lot of
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the best relationships come naturally when they come from a
place of being authentic and not being desperate. So the
bottom line, you are a whole on your own and
a relationship can be a beautiful addition to your life,
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but it is not the thing that completes you. You
are already complete. So if you're single in your thirties,
hear me out, hear me loud and clear. You are
not behind you are not missing out. You are building
a life that is yours and on your own terms.
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And there is no shame in being single. There is
no shame in even wanting love or desiring it, because
both can coexist at the same time. But as we
come to the end of today's episode, as always, I
want to leave y'all with a quote, and this is
a quote for me. You alone are enough. Okay. As always,
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God bless have an amazing day and thank you for
listening to Alison's Corner. Thanks for tuning in to Alison's Corner.
If you enjoy today's episode, don't forget to subscribe, leave
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next time, be blessed.
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