I’m 28 this year and the thought of me approaching 30 without a life partner to settle down has become a source of mounting anxiety. The pressures of societal expectations, coupled with my own desires for companionship and a meaningful connection, intensify the struggle. As friends begin to pair off and start families, I find myself wondering if I’ll meet someone special before hitting that milestone.
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Are there anyone who feels the same and how do you overcome it?
Here are what netizens think:
- Sometimes, it’s better to feel anxiety than ending up in the wrong relationship. Be patient.
- When I was your age, I was engaged, but he called it quits 5 days before the ROM. We broke up for good when I was 29. Turning 34 this year, I no longer feel the pressure of marriage. It dawned on me at 30; my perspective on life changed, and I began to see things differently. I’m glad I dodged ‘that’ bullet. By the way, married people have their struggles too. You’re still young. My advice: live in the present and stop worrying about something that hasn’t happened. Marriage isn’t the sole key to happiness; find that within yourself first. Maybe try to explore new hobbies? The right one will come to you when you least expect it. Oh, and I’m still happily single!
- I was like you before. I went on several dates over a period of time and couldn’t find the right one. Either they liked me and I didn’t, or I liked them and they didn’t, or simply dated for a while and decided there was no chemistry and ended things. It was too tiring after some time.. I found myself hung up over some because of my insecurities due to my background. I realised I needed inner work. Don’t be pressurised by anything or anyone. Being single has its own perks when you have laser focus and plenty of time on building and improving yourself. By that I don’t mean necessarily having to do actual things like exercise or running a side hustle, it includes understanding your inner self better eg. your weaknesses, your strengths and how to become a better person or partner. That is very important for your growth and in finding your partner. To find a partner, it’s still necessary to put yourself out there, whether through apps or networking sessions. I know, not easy, but I hope you will find someone for you one day. If it is of any comfort, I met my partner eventually on the dating app again! All the best
- I’m 30 and I’m getting jaded by dating apps. I am not good looking neither am I earning a lot. Getting passed like salt on a dining table