kind of bummed i’m (34f) always the single friend in a group of partnered folks

i’ve been very focused on my financial stability in the last years. i’ve finished my PhD, taught at a couple of unis, landed now a somewhat stable job, and currently i’m on a transition to a better place. but deep in debt and working my ass to paid them while progress with my projects

i’m attractive to be honest, charismatic, smart, kind, etc. but wasn’t able to find a partner while everyone seems to be married. it’s true i haven’t devoted much time to dating, since i’m so focused on creating a comfortable life for me - and even my mother, who’s still working hard to retire

i don’t want to throw me a pity-party, i’m just tired of fighting for survival and not having the time or energy for romance. i’m going through a rough phase now, but would love to believe in love again