A man free life is practically bliss... except
I'm a long time single by choice woman. Over 2 decades ago I decided men were not worth my time & energy ( I'm in late 40's now). Great choice that I'm very happy with. But there's always exceptions.
It's the social expectation, especially from other women. That has been the biggest drawback. Trying to make friends with other women, and their either competing with you for all the male attention (which I happily give them that & then they feel superior), or them being suspicious or distrustful that you're gonna steal their man. With other women it's always about male approval. It's a shame because the other side of the river that I'm on is so happy & peaceful, except it's hard to make friends.
Or I start a nice friendship with a single lady and before long she's on the dating carosoul and bringing all her drama in with the escapades. We're fine but as soon as a man/men come into picture her behavior changes.
The other social aspect is that you're looked down upon & not treated as an equal because they can't understand how someone would actively choose not to pair. Coworkers etc judging you.
Anyway I'm not gay or anything. I just call myself a non practicing hetero. Because I do find some men attractive... Until I get to know them.