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New study reveals a major perk of being single

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New research published in Aug. 2026 in the Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin suggests singlehood offers self-expansion opportunities similar to those in relationships. The study found that single people engaging in self-expanding activities reported greater life satisfaction and autonomy. However, changing perceptions of singlehood remains challenging.

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