Is it normal to never want to settle down??

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is it wrong to never want to settle down? not because i want to be with many people, in fact after a few bad relationships i have no interst in going through it again. is it normal to have once had the "i want to get married and have babies" attitude, then years after a terrible relationship, have NO interest in dating, having children, marriage? and does anyone think this feeling will ever come back?

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Based on 56 votes (50 yes)
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  • streetmach
    10 years ago

    To those people who settle down it's not normal. To those who have not... yes, it's normal.

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  • Golden
    13 years ago

    Perhaps it's because you've had such rough relationships, you emotionally need a break. Maybe that's why your inner voice is telling you you don't want a relationship. Take a break, allow yourself to think of other things besides partners and kids. I too use to really want a family but after a long relationship I found out I was giving way too much of myself with nothing in return from my boyfriend. I don't date or think about kids right now because I'm working on doing my own thing and taking good care of myself emotionally. I have contemplated living a single life forever and the career I'm after allows me to choose how much time I devote to it so I have the option to see what happens in life. I've also wanted to do adoption and foster care so the child aspect is not a stressor for me. I know my response is really long but I hope it has helped.

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    • neon
      13 years ago

      I agree with you entirely! your words are exactly like my own feelings. Now I know I am not the only one feeling the way I do! So, that being said, thank you so very much for your comment :)

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  • omaclean
    13 years ago

    I lose interest too.. maybe your not meant to settle down.. or haven't found anyone worth settling down with..

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    • neon
      13 years ago

      thank you for your comment!

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  • Caps90
    13 years ago

    I think it's fine! It's your life and what ever makes you happy! What you are feeling is totally normal! The only thing is if you meet someone who loves you for who you are and has proven you can trust them don't be too afraid to fall in love again! Just don't be so stuck on never getting into a serious relationship again that you never let anyone in again. Keep your guards up, live life to the fullest, and know it's ok. to not want to get into a relationship again.

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