I'm 36 and never dating again because I can't afford a partner or a family. I prefer my drama-free, single life.

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• Most of my friends are married and starting families, but I want none of that.
• I want to remain single because I love my drama-free, single life.
• I don't have the money for a wedding or for kids, and I already have a great sex life.

I'm at the stage in life where many of my friends are settling down and starting families.

First, it was the wedding phase. Every weekend seemed...