i (M, 26) have had quite an interesting life since turning 18, between a highly demanding field of study, clinical depression, switching careers, crazy nights and painful mornings, etc. so at some point i thought like i should get my shit together, became hyperfocused on getting the degree, graduated a year ago and now i have two jobs, one that pays the rent, the other is entry level in my field, i have two days off, during which i find my time with friends to be highly energizing and stress-free, i have quite a sizeable group of friends as u can see and we have been together through good and bad, now i had one serious gf before for a couple of yrs, the rest of the time was more about back and forth and games, etc. either i didn't have the time nor responsibility for someone else or i was always pushing for sth to get done or add new activities to improve my health, mental and physical, now am still in the same place, i actually do like staying single and during the worst times i ...