(672) Single people encounter many discouraging circumstances such as rejection and disappointment. Diane Medved also points out that as a single person you have to live with the reality that "the Mr. and Mrs. you think are waiting for you may just be a futile fantasy." (672) Living celibate, one does not have the stability, security and certainty that marriage gives. Sarareh Mirbagheri says: “Lack of support, lack of children and loneliness are some of the most common disadvantages of being single.” (Mirbagheri, Sarareh. “Disadvantages of Being Single.”) So, while single life may be tempting in the eyes of married people, there are many drawbacks that are often overlooked, such as loneliness, anxiety, and lack Of