Being independent is impossible.
Something most people will never understand is how HARD it is to be aroace and independent (specifically as someone who doesn’t date and has no intention to) in our current economy and society. It genuinely makes me feel insane. I’m 26, no one my age is moving out of their family home and if they are it’s with a romantic partner. On the off chance I find another single woman/enby (I’m way too scared to live with a cis man) looking for a roommate, I can’t trust them not to bring men into the house. So right now I live alone and have to support myself 100%, and society straight up isn’t built for that. Not to mention I’m out of a job right now. All my friends who are also struggling to find work are supported by their partner. It’s just really hard.