Being single in Massachusetts comes with its own set of unspoken realities. People around you expect that you should be with someone — like it’s the natural order of things. And if you’re alone, you often end up comparing yourself to couples who seem like they’ve got it all figured out. They walk around like they’ve got more than you, like their relationship is the ultimate success.

But here’s the real talk: being single can actually level you up in ways that some couples don’t even realize. It gives you the space to focus on yourself, your growth, your dreams — without needing to compromise or co-depend. You get to build your life on your own terms, and that kind of freedom is powerful.

Sure, the outside world loves to push the idea that you need a partner to “make it” in Massachusetts, whether that’s socially, professionally, or emotionally. But the truth is, being alone doesn’t mean you’re missing out. In fact, it might be the key to surpassing any progress some couples make together.

So if you’re single in Massachusetts, don’t buy into the pressure or the assumptions. Embrace your journey, because sometimes the strongest growth comes from standing on your own two feet — and that’s something they won’t tell you, but I will.