The Deal With “Self-Partnering”
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Julia Austin
What is the difference between single and self-partnered?
In addressing how being single and being self-partnered differ, Dr. Louis says it’s “There’s the difference between alone versus lonely. With being self-partnered, you’re making the choice – having some level of autonomy – over ‘this is what I want for myself.’
As a self-partnered individual, you aren’t feeling any deficit in your decision. And it is a decision. It’s ‘I’m lacking nothing. I’m full and complete and enjoying this life. Maybe it would be enjoyable to have it with somebody else, but I’m enjoying it right now.’ Singleness can be attached to loneliness but it doesn’t have to be.”
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