Being single is perfectly normal and can actually be fun. You can flirt with anyone you want, you can go anywhere you want and not worry about getting home at a certain time, you can buy anything your heart desires, and you never have to worry about forgetting all of the stupid little anniversaries.

But, being single for too long can actually be detrimental to some guys. You won't die from loneliness or hand chaffing, but you can find that you have changed for the worst and have picked up some bad habits.

Signs you have been lonely too long:

• You start being attracted to anything that walks. Just because your lonely, it doesn't mean you're blind.



• You begin feeling really insecure. You used to love getting flirty smiles from girls, but now you wonder if those smiles are somehow masking some kind of criticism towards you.



• Your best friend has become a dog, a hot talking icon on the computer, or a plant. Don't forget your guy friends, just because you have a girl doesn't mean you can't hang with the guys.



• You consider calling your ex who stabbed you once. There is a reason you have a restraining order on her--don't forget that.



• Video games have become your only means of "human" interaction. When you start talking to the wall, you might need to consider professional help.

If you recognize any of these patterns in your daily life, you may want to reconsider getting back into the dating scene. While it might seem scary out there, we can bet it is a hell of a lot scarier in your apartment.



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