The Mystery of the Chronically Single

It's a phenomenon that has taken the world by storm: the chronically single. With millions of views on TikTok, people everywhere are flocking to understand what drives this pattern of perpetual singledom. One expert, Amy Chan, a relationship and breakup coach, has spent years studying the behaviors of those who fall into this category. Her findings are both surprising and enlightening. For Chan, the chronically single don't just happen to be single – they have a specific set of patterns that keep them in this state. The first pattern she's observed is what she calls the "no-oriented" individual. These people are quick to dismiss potential partners, often due to their own high expectations or fear of intimacy. "They have an idea of what they want, and it might not be what they need," Chan explains. This can lead to a focus on imperfections and a lack of willingness to take risks. Another pattern Chan has identified is the tendency to sabotage relationships. This can take many forms, from investing in unavailable partners to blaming external circumstances for relationship failures. "It's a convenient way to avoid intimacy," Chan notes. This emotional unavailability can be a major obstacle to forming meaningful connections. Finally, there are those who don't put themselves out there. These individuals may be hesitant to take the leap and put themselves in vulnerable positions, often due to fear of rejection or past trauma. "They're not motivated to get outside their comfort zone," Chan observes.