My Solo Nights Aren't Sad, They're Empowering

Hey there, I'm in my early twenties and finishing up grad school. I've been happily single for a while now, mostly because the dating scene feels more like a chore than an adventure right now. But that doesn't mean I don't enjoy a little intimacy for myself. Last month, I got this new toy, it's kind of silly, really, but it does wonders for taking my mind off things and just letting go. There was one night where I got so into it that I had to sneak out of the library early because I couldn't focus at all afterward. It felt liberating in a way, not feeling guilty about needing some alone time to feel good. And you know what? If someone's going to judge me for enjoying my own company and body, well, they can just take their judgment elsewhere. It’s not sad or lonely, it’s empowering.