Now that I have been single for almost half a year, and now that I look at relationships through a different set of eyes – I realized that when it comes to “The Dating Game” – I don’t wanna play anymore.

There are a number of factors that have made me come to this decision. The first and most prevalent being the fact that I have simply lost my love for romance and companionship. In the past, I loved buying cards and little gifts for my girlfriend, dancing with her, cooking her dinner and waking up next to her. But now, even if I had the opportunity to date someone – I would immediately say no. In a way, I find it very sad that I have lost that feeling, because when I had romance in my life, it was wonderful – but now – the thought of it literally sickens me.

Another factor that has made me decide to quit “The Dating Game” is realizing the type of man that women want. Most of the women I have met recently have told me that women do not want a man that is, “too nice” or “not tough.” They want someone who is, “a challenge” or “jealous.” I am not a man that is prone to fighting, drama or jealousy. I do not want a relationship that involves fighting – and I am definitely not someone who is an arrogant punk. So if that is what women want these days – then I guess that my choice of quitting “The Dating Game” was a very good one.

I have also seen many couples fighting lately, both on television and in my own circles, which have also helped me make this decision. I have had relationships in the past that have made me yell, scream and cry – and that is the absolute last thing I want in my life. Love is supposed to be something that makes you happy and brings you joy – not cause you to fight tooth and nail with the woman you are with. Being single, I have no one to fight with and nothing to fight about – and that is a great feeling.

The last but most important reason I chose not to play “The Dating Game” anymore is a woman’s lack of honesty. Everyone lies – including me. But I have seen more and more that women are just as sly and cunning as men. Even when I was completely honest in a relationship – I was being lied to – and I even blatantly caught a recent ex-girlfriend of mine in a lie. It just goes to show that even when you are “Mr. Nice Guy” – you still get the short end of the stick.

So why would I want to once again get into a relationship? So I can fight? Be lied to? Argue? Change who I am and become a jealous tough guy? No thanks. I would rather be single and remain the person I am rather than change who and what I am just so I can “enjoy” a relationship. To be honest, for the first time in my life – I really don’t miss having a significant other in my life. In the past, I would long for a new girlfriend when I would become single – but not anymore. Now, I would rather enjoy life on my own and not have to impede my existence with a relationship that will add unnecessary issues and drama to my life. Instead, I will live my life alone – and be very happy doing it.

“Game” over.