Celebrity Women Reveal The Power Of Being Single
"When I'm single, I end up having so much more time to do a lot of other stuff… I think you learn so much more about yourself," said Dua Lipa. She's not the only one who feels that way in Hollywood.
Many celebrity women spoke up about the power that lies in staying single, and it's some good stuff. Continue reading to find out more.
"Some women choose to follow men..." —Lady Gaga
Lady Gaga put the pressure on women who think they need a man and challenges them to follow their dreams instead. She says that your career won't wake up and call you to break up one day.
"I'm strong, I'm my own keeper..." —Jennifer Lopez
Jennifer Lopez might be in a relationship with Alex Rodriguez as of 2020, but that doesn't mean she doesn't know what independence means. She realized that she didn't need a man to come and be her Prince Charming.
"I don't feel a lack of something not being in a relationship." —Jennifer Lawrence
Jennifer Lawrence explains how she doesn't feel empty when not in a relationship. Lawrence doesn't need a partner to fill an emotional void, so she chooses to date because it's what she wants.
"Guys need attention..." —Rihanna
From Rihanna's perspective, she says guys need that ego stroke to get them going. The platinum artist will give that attention to her family and work, but not to a man when she has other responsibilities.
"I don't need the Prince Charming to have a happy ending." —Katy Perry
Superstar Katy Perry acknowledges that her life is something like a fairytale. Still, she knows that a man is the last thing she needs to secure happiness or self-worth, so kudos to her.
"What do I want to be saved from? My life's great!" —Rashida Jones
Rashida Jones has also had the fairytale experience, but she realized she doesn't need that to have a happy life. She did admit that it took some time for her to accept certain things about the single life, but she's okay now.
"See it as a chance to have fun by yourself..." —Taylor Swift
For Taylor Swift, being single isn't anything to stress over. She wants others to know that if you don't sulk about it, you can turn it into a favorable situation by buying candles and spending Friday nights listening to good tunes.
"I love being by myself." —Mindy Kaling
Mindy Kaling lets her professional success take the lead, so she doesn't worry about missing out on love. She also thinks that getting into the wrong relationship will hurt you more than being on your own.
"Don't like girls whining about wanting a man!" —Jennifer Aniston
Jennifer Aniston never liked the idea that women only feel empowered when they have a man by their side. She also wasn't a fan of Sex and the City either.
"You find yourself." —Keke Palmer
Keke Palmer is a strong advocate of staying single. Not only does she feel you can find yourself better, but you will also understand "what it means to love yourself."
"A life is good if it's the life that you want..." —Charlize Theron
Charlize Theron is a little older than some people on this list and feels most women her age wouldn't enjoy the single life. For Theron, it's more about how you live your life that matters, not who's in it.
"I'm figuring out a lot of stuff right now." —Emilia Clarke
Emilia Clarke feels how a few others on this list do. When she's single, she can focus on figuring herself out without having someone there to weigh her down in a relationship.
"You learn to rely on yourself in a different way." —Dua Lipa
Pop sensation Dua Lipa has a ton of fun when she's single. As of 2020, she's still with Anwar Hadid, but her single life taught her how to depend on herself.
"I feel like I'm not missing anything yet." —Sandra Bullock
Actress Sandra Bullock doesn't feel the need to rush into something intimate. She' appreciates all that she has now, which helps her feel like she isn't missing out on anything.
"Becoming single made me feel strong..." —Nicki Minaj
Nicki Minaj has a man as of 2020, but it was her single moments that helped her reach a new pinnacle. She had peace knowing she could accomplish things without having a man.
"Society needs to embrace singlehood..." —Chelsea Handler
Chelsea Handler wants men and women to know that there is nothing wrong with being single. She says being on your own is better than "it's cracked up to be."
"The man for me is the cherry on the pie." —Halle Berry
Halle Berry is a complete pie by herself. She doesn't need the cherry on top and believes she's fine without ever having one. That's a concept she would like other woman to absorb.
"Life is bigger than just Prince Charming." —Kristen Bell
With or without a man, Kristen Bell doesn't give a care in the world if she has one or not. She asks "who cares" if you have a partner, anyway?
"You are not alone." —Shonda Rhimes
Shonda Rhimes wants everyone who watches her shows to know that they are not alone. Even if you're in a dark time in your life as a single person, you aren't alone.
"I don't need anybody to feel complete." —Shay Mitchell
If you're a positive partner, then that's okay with Shay Mitchell. Still, she doesn't need that for completion. Mitchell can do bad all on her own, so a relationship isn't needed.