Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! But wait… why are you still single? If you’re wondering why Cupid seems to have skipped you again this year, maybe the answer’s here.

14 Reason Why You’re Still Single

1. Namumundok ka kasi.

Akala mo makikita mo siya doon. Iiwan ka lang naman sa trail.

You love adventure, hiking, and chasing breathtaking views. But guess what? Love isn’t always waiting at the summit! Instead of finding “The One,” you end up getting left behind—or worse, ikaw ang nang-iiwan kasi mas mabilis kang maglakad!

2. Runner ka.

Ayaw mong iniiwan ka, kaya ikaw ang nang-iiwan.

You’re always ahead, chasing personal records, and sprinting towards new goals. Pero sa love life? Wala pang nakakahabol sayo. Maybe it’s time to slow down and let someone catch up?

3. Nagtatravel ka.

Di talaga kayo magkikita. Nasa Batanes ka, nasa Tawi-tawi siya.

One week you’re in Siargao, next month sa Japan. How can love find you when you’re never in one place? Kung gusto mong magkajowa, baka time na mag-chill nang kaunti at mag-stay kahit isang weekend lang sa iisang lugar? Hehe.

4. Naniniwala ka pa rin sa FLAMES.

Friendship, Love, Admiration, Marriage, Enemies, Sweetheart—hmm, are we still in elementary? Maybe it’s time to let go of this childhood game and actually talk to your crush instead of relying on fate? Malay mo, baka mag-work.

5. OT ka kasi palagi.

‘Yong totoo, ilang pamilya ba binubuhay mo?

You work hard, and that’s great! But if your only relationship is with your laptop, paano ka magkaka-love life? Maybe you can take a break from all those Zoom meetings and give love a chance? Malay natin…

6. Mas mataas pa sa Mt. Apo ang standards mo.

Tall, dark, and never mind. Kaka-K-drama at Wattpad mo ‘yan.

It’s okay to have standards, but if you’re waiting for your own K-drama oppa or billionaire CEO, baka naman medyo ibaba mo nang konti.

7. Strict parents.

Kahit 30+ na.

Still asking permission to go out? Still following a 7 PM curfew? Well, no wonder you’re single! Maybe it’s time to sit down and negotiate some new rules (or perhaps it’s about time to move out and live independently?).

8. Busy kang manood ng mga short reels.

Natapos mo na ba ‘yong Kaplan Heiress at Secret Billionaire?

Endless scrolling, binge-watching, and getting lost in fictional romance—do you even have time to notice real people? Maybe hit pause on the drama and start your own love story IRL.

9. Nag-post grad studies ka.

Di mo na nga alam paano tapusin ang research mo, sisingit pa ang lovelife?

Between deadlines, thesis revisions, and comprehensive exams, love is at the bottom of your priority list. But who knows? Maybe there’s someone in your class who’s just as stressed as you—baka pwede kayo mag-research ng “Love: A Qualitative Study.”

10. Professional third wheel ka na.

You’ve mastered taking couple pictures, holding extra bags, and pretending to be fine. But maybe, just maybe, it’s time to resign from your role and find your own plus one. Pansinin mo na rin ‘yong mga nire-reto sa’yo.

11. Naka-WFH ka.

Delivery rider lang nakakakita sa’yo. Inaaway mo pa.

If your only interaction with the outside world is with food delivery guys, we have a problem. Maybe it’s time to step outside, breathe fresh air, and, you know, talk to actual people.

Magpakita ka na sa friends mo, bhe. Try spending some time on coffee shops or other co-working spaces din. Allow yourself to breathe a different variant of air form time to time.

12. Fur parent ka.

Hindi bet ng alaga mo ‘yong nanliligaw sa’yo.

Your pet is your baby, and anyone who doesn’t pass their vibe check is instantly out.

Pero, baka naman you’re using your pet as an excuse to avoid dating? Let’s be real, your cat doesn’t hate them—baka ikaw lang talaga.

13. Di kayo parehas ng politikong sinusuportahan.

In this economy?

Nothing kills romance faster than political arguments. Need to say more?

14. Naka-block pa rin sa IG ‘yong mga may bet sayo.

You complain about being single, but you’ve already ghosted half the people interested in you. Love can’t find you if you keep blocking your chances. Mag-reply ka na sa, bhe.

Sweet Thoughts to Ponder

Don’t take everything above too seriously! Love isn’t a race or a checklist—it comes when it has to and when you’re truly ready for it. Whether you’re single, happily taken, or just vibing with your fur baby, what matters most is that your heart is happy.

So go ahead, enjoy Valentine’s Day in whatever way feels right for you—whether it’s with a romantic dinner, a self-love pamper session, or a movie night with your pets. Love comes in many forms, and every kind is worth celebrating.

Happy Valentine’s Day!