Hi, Kathryn...It took me a lot longer to reach that point, of being content alone, but it now seems the best choice for me, and I'm NEVER lonely. Maybe that's because I spend my days with middle schoolers, and I so cherish my quiet time at home in the evenings. Also I have three cats and a pup I recently adopted from the local animal shelter. Having dated quite a bit in the past, I think of it now as requiring too much of my energy and precious time.
Love
patty