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Written by Staff Writer
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Sunday, 19 October 2008 22:10 |
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During economic downtimes, the only people you can count on to be there through the tough times is your family and you significant other.
No matter what is happening in the world, isn’t it nice to know that there is always a shoulder to lean on when you need it most? Being single has its benefits. For those who like ultimate freedom, being single is the only way to live. However, it does come at a price. When the economy is in turmoil, when markets collapse, and when the job market is not responsive, single people suffer the most. Good friends have their own good problems and they can’t always be there for a cold one when their lives are in shambles. Your significant other will always be there. They will always keep you company and will pick up the slack of the household if you cannot contribute. Strong family ties also help balance the impact of negative socio-economic situations no matter how much of a headache those family get-togethers give you.
Online dating has come a long way since the days of “personals”. Online dating has gone main stream and if you are tired of being single and fending for yourself, you too can find a significant other to share life’s ups and downs, and create a safety net only offered through emotional ties. Even though online dating still has its fair share of problems, it’s a good way to connect with potential suitors especially for those who don’t live in a densely populated area. Match.com offers up countless profiles to sort through that will hopefully result in finding a connection whereas eHarmony uses a scientific matching formula that connects you with what they believe is your ideal partner. You also have niche websites like koivoo.com which allows users to decide whether a potential partner is looking for a quality relationship or not. All different approaches, and all very effective in their own way.
So during the tumultuous times we’re experiencing, all you have to ask yourself is; “Do I really want to go through this alone?”
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