He might very well be snuggled up in a relationship now, sharing one Netflix subscription and planning matching Halloween costumes—but deep down, there are things that he misses about being single. And no, not just because he gets to leave beard clippings in the sink.
From grimy independence to Saturday afternoons spent munching away without criticism, these are the 17 low-key things that secretly make men yearn for bachelor life… even if they wouldn’t dare admit it.
Bathroom Time Alone = Holy Silence
No knocking. No “Babe, can you hand me my moisturizer?” Just uninterrupted, no-pants, phone-scrolling silence. The bathroom was his kingdom—now it’s a shared territory with pastel towels and 12-step skincare rituals. Sometimes, he just wants to sit on the loo for 30 minutes without anyone asking why.
Video Game Playing Without Guilt
There were Saturdays where gaming for six hours straight in one sitting was the norm. Now? As soon as the man picks up the controller, he gets the sense that eyes are upon him. Even if his significant other does not verbally complain, there’s the unspoken “How long are you gonna play?” hanging there.
Total Control Over the TV Remote
Do you remember when you could binge-watch whatever you wanted and not be judged? No fights over “one more episode” or if Fast & Furious 11 was a good movie choice. Single guys could flip between sports, action films, and YouTube deep-dive conspiracy theory videos without compromise. Now? They know the pain of inadvertently becoming hooked on reality TV just so they can spend time with their partner.
Bedroom = His Domain
Diagonal starfish sleep. No blanket tussle. No scooting in for warmth. He used to sleep diagonally, like a king. Now he’s one butt-scoot from the edge because “someone” needs four pillows and the cuddle position every night.
Not Having to Respond to “What Are You Thinking About?”
Single men never had to justify why they were staring into the distance. Now any silence provokes “What’s on your mind?” And “Nothing” won’t work. Now they have to come up with something actual even if they were thinking about what is the biggest animal they could fight.
No “Home Decor” Wars
Single men would do things on their terms. Posters of the music bands that they loved? Black-out curtains that made the apartment the den of the vampire? That fabulous old couch that they’ve owned since school? All gone. Now? All beige, there are throw pillows for no reason whatsoever at all, and suddenly now candles matter.
Zero-Guilt Lazy Days
Sleeping till noon, pizza at 2 o’clock, and gaming until 3 am without side-eye. Great day. Now these days being “lazy” has a full-blown checklist and hidden judgment. He misses the simplicity of not having to explain why he did not change out of boxers throughout the day.
Leaving the House Without a 30-Minute Prep Time
Single guys would have already been out the door in five minutes. Now, forget about it. It takes forever. There is a strict approval of the clothes, last-minute touch-ups, and at the very least one “Wait, I forgot something” moment before even getting to the car.
Flirting Without Even Thinking About It
It was not so much about pursuing girls—it was the excitement. The teasing with a bartender, the flirtatious smile from someone he did not know, that slight ego stroke that made him walk taller. Now? He is in “taken” mode 24/7, even though his flirtation was harmless fun.
Making Dumb Purchases Without Explaining Them
Did he need a £300 gaming chair that lights up? Absolutely not. Did he buy it anyway? You bet. Back then, no one questioned his weird, impulsive spending habits. Now every “add to cart” moment is a joint committee decision with budgeting.
Not Being Judged for Dumb Injuries
Single guys could hurt themselves doing something dumb without commentary. Now? If they trip over their own feet or burn themselves in the kitchen, they’re gonna hear about it. “Are you okay” rapidly escalates into “Wow, you’re so clumsy” and “I told you that would happen.”
Living Like a Semi-Feral Human
Toilet paper littering the floor, dirty dishes stacked in the sink, laundry mountain growing by the day. It wasn’t cute— but it was his. He sometimes misses the freedom to live messily without apology or chore chart. Organized chaos had its own charm.
The Ability to Ghost Plans (and People)
Not feeling that Friday night hangout? Poof—disappeared. Did not vibe with someone on a date? Vanished. Ghosting was rude, sure—but it was easy. Now there are group chats, explanations, and the emotional responsibility of having to cancel plans with “our couple friends.”
Binge-watching Trash TV Without Judgment
He once watched four seasons of a trashy dating show in one weekend with zero shame. Now he has to pretend that he is better than that—or sit there mouthing things like, “Wait, you like this?” He misses being able to rot his brain in peace.
Spontaneous Guys’ Trips
Once upon a time, all one needed was the group message: “Pub?” and voila—lads converged. Now there are calendars to check, partners to inform, and subtle negotiations. He misses the wild spontaneity of disappearing with the boys for 48 hours and returning with a hangover and no regrets.
The Joy of Absolute Silence
All that they sometimes want to do is just exist in total silence—no small talk, no “How’s your day?” Just vibes. Silence in the single life was sacred. Now it’s taken as moodiness or “emotional distance” when all he’s truly seeking is silence.
Only Worrying About His Feelings
Relationships are beautiful, sure— but they also mean constantly considering someone else’s emotional weather. Back then, it was all about him. Nowadays even the smallest choice carries emotional weight. Growth is great. Yet sometimes he yearns for the light-hearted solo-player times.
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