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NEW YORK, February 13, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Rom-coms, Hallmark movies and even Valentine's cards may need a rewrite: Most single people say they don't need a mate for their life story to have a happy ending. That's according to "Singles in America Survey," the latest research from The Harris Poll, Thought Leadership Practice, released today.
Among other findings: Whether to expect a man to pick up the check on Valentine's Day; what Americans have in common with penguins, dogs and cats; what singles prefer: cleaning toilets or going on online dates.
The poll was conducted in late January 2023 using a nationally representative sample of 2,004 U.S. adults. Its central finding is that most single people actually like being single - they're happy to be pursuing their own passions, they feel more in control of their finances, and they're tired of society and media saying otherwise.
"Our perceptions of single Americans need to be reexamined," says Libby Rodney, futurist and chief strategy officer at The Harris Poll. "We need to shift the dialogue from something society needs to fix, like in your standard rom-com, to something many people are finding fulfilling and are doing by choice."
Census data shows that roughly half of Americans are single. The Harris Poll research found that 56% of single respondents don't want to change that status, saying that the statement "I am not looking for a relationship" best describes them. That result is strong across generations, selected by 35% of Gen Z and 30% of Boomer respondents.
Why do they feel that way? The Harris Poll survey suggests that singles are happier and more fulfilled. Nearly half of American singles (48%) agreed that "Singlehood is the most meaningful, authentic and fulfilling way of life." And when asked for details, they provided many reasons why:
- Having more time to pursue my interests and passions (cited by 86% of singles)
- Focusing more on my personal growth (84%)
- Having more time and energy to devote to friendships (82%)
- Not worrying about a partner's debt or financial obligations (81%)
- Having more time to grow and develop my career (79%)
Single life fosters financial independence - but costs more
Indeed, financial and career issues played a large role in singles' preferences. American singles strongly agreed that flying solo helps them financially - but that government policies also hurt them.
Seven out of 10 (71%) singles agreed "being single taught me how to work with my money really well," and nearly as many (68%) say that they "feel financially empowered and more in control by being single." Six out of 10 (59%) say they don't plan to ever merge their finances with a partner.
However, people recognize that the single life can be more expensive - and they're not happy about it. Strong majorities of singles "dislike paying more taxes than married couples" (74%) and "paying more for healthcare and social benefits than married couples" (68%).
And all Americans, single and in relationships, see that as a problem: Three-quarters (76%) recognize that it "can be more affordable to be in a relationship" because of cost-sharing and tax policies, and just as many (79%) say the government should "offer more tax breaks for single people."
That may be a sign of a growing realization by all Americans, both single and those in relationships, that the single life can be a rewarding one - and that single life gets a raw deal from the media.
- Eight in 10 Americans (79%) say "You don't need to get married to have a happy and fulfilling life."
- Two-thirds (68%) say they believe "the stigma of being single is gradually diminishing."
- Two-thirds (68%) also say "I'm tired of media and advertising showing a false idealistic image that being in a relationship is the only way to live a happy life."
Not only are most singles uninterested in finding a partner, they're being more cost-conscious about dating, saying they've made or would be open to making changes due to rising inflation:
- 69%: choosing an activity, like going for a hike, over going out for dinner or drinks
- 55%: hosting a first date at home
- 50%: cutting back or eliminating gift-giving
- 50%: filtering their potential dates to "only financially secure candidates"
While 44% say they've tried or would be willing to go on a virtual date in order to reduce expenses, many singles would do almost anything other than an online date:
- 44% of Gen Z "would rather clean the toilet than go another online date"
- 30% of Gen Z "would rather walk across hot coals than go on another online date"
- 22% of Millennials "would rather have their tooth pulled than go on another online date."
For Gen Z and Millennial singles wondering if they need to buy a gift for a Valentine's Day date, the poll results offer guidance on how to tell if you're in a relationship. For example, both groups say attending a party together is just dating, while attending a family holiday event is being in a relationship.
But the groups differ on the significance of "middle ground" activities: For Gen Z, meeting friends, parents, or posting a couple's picture on social media is just dating - but to Millennials, all of those are relationship territory.
Preferred relationship style varies by generation
Finally, the poll examines just what types of relationships singles may seek and found generational differences there as well. About half of all people see themselves as penguins - one mate for life. Roughly equal shares saw themselves as birds (19% want a partner but are free to explore) and dogs (16% want to experience as many partners as possible), while 11% saw themselves as cats, indifferent to partners, who may come and go.
Some differences, as expected, appear age-related - two-thirds (66%) of Boomers choose "penguin" (one mate for life), compared to 40% of Gen Z. Others, though, are more surprising: One in five Gen Zs went with "cat" (indifferent, allow partners to come and go), almost twice as many as the other four groups (9% to 11%). And one in four Millennials (24%) prefers a dog's life, wanting to experience as many partners as possible, far more often than the other groups (9% to 18%).
One possible reason: it's just hard to find the right person. Nearly eight in 10 of all respondents said that "finding the right partner is harder than finding the right job."
Rodney says single people are showing us the need to rethink how society sees and values personal relationships.
"It's worth noting that being single isn't void of anything," she said. "There is a spectrum of deep and meaningful relationships single people are involved in, and it's important to recognize the richness of their relationship choices."
To learn more about The Harris Poll for Thought Leadership and the Singles in America poll, visit this link.
About the Singles in America Survey
This survey was conducted online within the U.S. by The Harris Poll from Jan. 20 to 22, 2023, among a nationally representative sample of 2,004 U.S. adults. This research includes 700 singles and 1,262 of those who are not, as well as 181 Gen Z (ages 18-25), 611 Millennials (ages 26-41), 522 Gen X (ages 42-57), and 655 Boomers (ages 58 and older).
About Harris Poll Thought Leadership Practice
Building on 50+ years of experience pulsing societal opinion, we design research that is credible, creative, and culturally relevant. Our practice drives thought leadership and unearths trends for today's biggest brands. We are focused on helping our clients get ahead of what's next.
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Break the Love Partners With Lilly Pulitzer for Charitable Giving for Women’s History Month
NEW YORK, February 13, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Break the Love, the next-gen social sports app for racquet sports, is partnering with Lilly Pulitzer to give Break the Love users exclusive first-look access to the new Lilly Pulitzer Women's Month Collection. The capsule collection will be available on the Break the Love online platform starting Monday, Feb. 13, 2023. It will also be available through Lilly Pulitzer online starting March 1, 2023. To celebrate Women's History Month, Lilly Pulitzer will make donations totaling $50,000 to WTA Charities. In addition, proceeds from the collection's sales on Break the Love will also be donated to WTA Charities.
In honor of Women's History Month (March), the Women's Month Collection will introduce Holding Court, a new Lilly Pulitzer Print with Purpose. Celebrating 50 trailblazing years of the Women's Tennis Association, this print will support WTA Charities in their work to empower girls and women.
"We are excited to partner with Lilly Pulitzer to enable our community to give back through their Women's Month collection to WTA Charities and support their mission to empower girls and women to access sports, community, and education," said Trisha Goyal, Founder of Break the Love.
The partnership will include several special events, starting with a panel and community tennis rally in Indian Wells during the BNP Paribas Open on March 5, 2023, at La Quinta Resort and Club. This event will feature WTA President Micky Lawler and WTA players spanning the history of professional women's tennis, including Original 9 member and Tennis Hall of Famer Rosie Casals, former Top 20 player Peanut Harper and a current WTA player.
Break the Love will also return to Miami this year, where the partnership will include a women's rally and the opportunity to shop the collection with Lilly Pulitzer on March 26, 2023, in Key Biscayne.
For the first time, Break the Love will expand to the South Carolina market, hosting events with Lilly Pulitzer on April 1, 2023.
"We're proud to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the WTA with a partnership that honors their empowerment of girls and women. Our Holding Court Print with Purpose was designed so that everyone, from casual players to pros, can support WTA Charities by hitting the court in style and with confidence. We're thrilled to shine a spotlight on their work as we launch this collection and to team up with the WTA and Break the Love for special events throughout Women's History Month," said Mira Fain, EVP of Design and Development for Lilly Pulitzer.
For more information, visit https://www.breakthelove.com/clubs/lillypulitzer.
Fans of the WTA and its charitable efforts can learn more by visiting www.wtacharities.wtatennis.com.
About Break the Love :
Break the Love was founded in 2019 and has since grown into one of the most comprehensive online resources and communities for discovering and booking group-based tennis & racquet sports activities to learn, train, or compete. Break the Love is powered by passionate organizers, pros, and athletes. Visit www.breakthelove.com.
About Lilly Pulitzer:
In 1959-ish, Lilly Pulitzer set out to create her own happiness, opening a juice stand in Palm Beach. In need of an everyday uniform, she asked her dressmaker for something to camouflage splashes of citrus juice. The result? A comfortable, sleeveless shift dress made of colorful printed cotton. Since those early days, Lilly designs have been beloved for their casual glamour, vibrant optimism, and endlessly joyful spirit. Lilly was an original with the confidence to break all the rules, the humility to pull it off, and the vision to make women feel as good as they look. Today, her spirit is reflected in the brand's imaginative prints and lively colors, which inspire everyone to shine bright and stand out. The Lilly Pulitzer mission is to inspire confidence and optimism, inviting everyone to shine bright and stand out. www.lillypulitzer.com
About WTA Charities:
WTA Charities is the WTA's global philanthropic organization dedicated to making a positive impact across the globe. Our mission is to empower girls and women to live fully and support WTA communities worldwide through initiatives promoting equality, education, leadership, and health and wellness.
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Monique Soltani Returns to Television After Heartbreaking Loss as Wine Oh! TV Debuts...
SAN FRANCISCO, February 13, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Thinque Media announced today the new season of Wine Oh! TV will release on February 14, 2023. The brand new season will be founder and host Monique Soltani's first since losing her husband to Colon Cancer, the first as a single mom, and her first post-pandemic production.
"When Mark got sick, my show felt so small and when we lost Mark, we lost everything. Then Covid came and we lost community. I was drowning but I had our four year-old twins to save from sinking," remembers Soltani.
I rise again reborn with a new sense of purpose yet my intention remains the same. Life is meant to be shared. We come together around the table, life's most meaningful moments made with a meal. Human connection isn't just essential, it is everything, and as always, my through-line to connecting with the world is wine."
Wine Oh! TV invites audiences to join Soltani on her journey from trauma to triumph as she travels to wine regions around the world with the purpose of bringing people together by connecting through community and culture.
The new season of Wine Oh! TV debuts on Valentine's Day 2023 and made available to watch directly on wineoh.tv. The first episode features Umbria, Italy, the home of Saint Valentine, where he used a wine from the region to marry star-crossed lovers. Each additional new episode is set to be released throughout the winter and spring months and made available for audiences around the world to watch on wineoh.tv while distribution deals are in the works.
"As I think about Wine Oh! TV this season, the word joy always comes to mind," said Soltani. "After experiencing tremendous loss in my own life and learning to navigate a new normal with two small children, my focus now is to bring joy to the world. Wine Oh! TV is a family-friendly show you can turn on while you are making dinner and your children are running around the house or helping you in the kitchen. Wine is the through-line but at its heart it's about people, places, how we come together, and what connects us."
Every episode also answers three essential questions most asked by Wine Oh! TV's audience over the last decade: What is there to drink, what is there to do, and what is there to eat in each wine region. This season Wine Oh! TV shines the spotlight on smaller wine regions with Umbria, Walla Walla, Mendocino, Paso Robles, and Lodi taking center stage.
New this season, Wine Oh! TV brought on the best team in the business. The domestic episodes were shot by DuPont, Peabody, SPJ, Murrow, Scripts Howard, and Emmy award-winning Cinematographer Michael Horn and assisted by James Beard and Emmy award-winning journalist Mary Orlin. With power house Emmy award-winning Anaconda Street Productions making magic in the post production department. Wine Oh! TV is now shot in the half-hour format for legacy television and online distribution.
"I am so grateful to have found my way back after all I have been through and so thankful to all of you for seeing me through. We are all on a journey and I hope you will join me on mine as I travel to wine regions around the world with the purpose of bringing people together by breaking bread, opening a bottle, and connecting through culture," said Soltani.
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COSRX Rounded Up Valentine’s Day Snail Mucin Skincare Gifts on Amazon for Last-Minute Shoppers
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LOS ANGELES, February 12, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Getting a late start on Valentine's Day gift shopping? To help last-minute shoppers delight a partner, close friend, or even oneself in half the time, derm-backed skincare brand, COSRX has rounded up the best last-minute Valentine's Day skincare gifts just about anyone on the list will be thrilled to receive - and they're all available on Amazon.
- Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence I 36% OFF 12.50 USD
- Advanced Snail 92 Mucin Cream 100g I 29% OFF 17.99 USD
- Advanced Snail 92 Mucin Cream 200g I 34% OFF 22.99 USD
- Advanced Snail Mucin Power Sheet Mask 10 Sheets I 20% OFF 19.90 USD
- Advanced Snail Radiance Dual Essence I 32% OFF 23.80 USD
Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence
This highly concentrated essence, Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence, protects the skin from moisture loss while promoting a smooth and healthy skin barrier. The lightweight texture absorbs into the skin fast, giving a natural glow.
One user raved about the essence's effects on Amazon writing: "This is my first amazon review, but I just had to get on here and write it because this product completely exceeded my expectations. The idea of putting some random snail goop on your face was weird to me, but I must say I am SOLD. This product is clear, light, and very thin and absorbs quickly after putting on. It also is completely odorless! If the label didn't say snail, you wouldn't know it's from a snail. I suffer from rosacea and have some acne scarring, and this stuff has evened out my skin tone so well. It works as a stand-alone moisturizer or something you put on underneath moisturizer. SO WORTH THE MONEY!."
The Advanced Snail 92 Mucin Cream is known for being "legit" for highly reactive skin. It helps strengthen the skin's protective barrier and soothe irritation, which is probably why it has a fan base of more than 15,500 Amazon shoppers.
One reviewer wrote how it is amazing for rosacea: "I have severely reactive rosacea that breaks out for almost anything. Combo skin but sensitive. I was afraid to use some snail thing, but I popped this product name into the ingredient checker and it said everything was non irritating so I decided to try. This stuff is amazing. Moisturizing and non-irritating exactly what I need. […] The texture of the product is extremely stretchy but not sticky after it dries."
Advanced Snail Mucin Power Sheet Mask 10 Sheets
Sheet masks can be a lot of fun to incorporate into the skincare routine. In fact, they're great to share with a loved one, giving the chance to lie back, slow down and savor the moment. In addition to that, sheet masks increase absorption of active ingredients into the skin leaving both relaxed and glowing with plump, hydrated skin.
One consumer reviewed on Amazon: "The slimy liquid is gooey and messy and moisturizes very well. After 30 minutes, the majority of the goop has been absorbed, the sheet feels dry, and your skin feels wonderful! The concept is a little off-putting, to be honest, but it works well enough to get over it."
Advanced Snail Radiance Dual Essence
We love a product that is a multi-tasker, which is why we love the many skin benefits of snail mucin. No one can deny that the moisturizing and healing properties of snail mucin make it great for dry, irritated skin. The Advanced Snail Radiance Dual Essence contains 2 different essences that are dispensed simultaneously when pressed upon. The clear essence offers elasticity and moisturizing benefits while the cream essence improves the skin's barrier and radiance.
One reviewer left an honest review on Amazon: "I love this product, I use it every night before my retinol and my skin is just overall better! Tone, texture, acne, pores, I'm not saying alone it did this but as an add on very happy. It does take about 1-2 months to really notice a difference but be patient!"
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With its powerful yet affordable skincare solutions, COSRX has quickly become one of America's favorite skincare brands. Using a minimal number of highly effective natural extracts in concentrated doses, COSRX products deliver visible results by treating skin with only the essentials it needs and nothing it doesn't. Find its best-selling skincare solutions at retailers nationwide, including Ulta, Revolve, Dermstore and Amazon.
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Maui Matcha Celebrates First Anniversary With a VIP Wellness Hour Experience With Matcha MCENTEA...
LAHAINA, Hawaii, February 11, 2023 (Newswire.com) - As we prepare to spring into a new season, come celebrate Maui Matcha's first anniversary at Whaler's Village.
Maui Matcha, in partnership with Matcha MCENTEA, has joined forces with The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kāʻanapali to assemble a "VIP Westin Wellness" hour filled with views, vibes, vinyasa, and a first glimpse of Matcha MCENTEA's plant-based skincare line.
"We are so excited to team up with The Westin Maui, which is committed to supporting small businesses and giving back to the community, by curating a one-of-a-kind mood-boosting experience highlighting ceremonial-grade matcha and its deep-rooted rich antioxidants benefits," said Michelle Nayebkhil, founder and owner of Maui Matcha.
The March 1 event will kick off with an exclusive morning yoga and sound bath healing session designed to elevate and rejuvenate the mind, body, and soul across the luxurious grounds of the Westin, allowing locals and guests to inhale the waves of wellness. Each ticket will include mindfulness moments and tastefully made swag bags, including Matcha MCENTEA's ceremonial facial serum, a specially crafted beauty-infused matcha refreshment, and more.
"Our collaboration with Maui Matcha and Matcha MCENTEA aligns well with Westin's focus on fostering deeper connections with visitors by bringing unique and local elements to the table while breathing in a more balanced and revitalized you, all from our state-of-the-art spa and luscious green grounds," shared Kym Forkner, Director of Spa of The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kāʻanapali.
"This strategic alliance encompasses everything Matcha MCENTEA as a clean and luxury skincare brand and retailer Maui Matcha stand for as companies. As female business owners who are trailblazing their path across the holistic and matcha community, we wanted to create a bespoke opportunity that gives the people a flavor of matcha; its nutritional and topical benefits while promoting self-care rituals," expressed Ashley McEntee, CEO of Matcha MCENTEA.
The "VIP Westin Wellness hour" is a limited-seated event that calls upon all matcha enthusiasts and Maui tourists whose focus is maintaining healthy lifestyles while traveling. Please sign up by Feb. 24 through Eventbrite to secure a spot.
Maui Matcha and Matcha MCENTEA will also extend their good vibrations and activation across Maui Matcha's storefront with an interactive pop-up event with sips of matcha, skincare, and selfie-ops that afternoon from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., open to the public.
Eventbrite link: https://tinyurl.com/ypwv6v8f
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Financial Steps to Take Once You’re Married in 2023
NEW YORK, February 10, 2023 (Newswire.com) - iQuanti: Getting married is an exciting time, but it also means taking on new financial responsibilities. Here are seven important steps to take once you're married in 2023:
1. Discuss personal finances first
The most critical piece to ensuring your marriage is successful is to start with open communication about your finances. Talk with your partner about your current financial situation and your finance-related goals for the future. Ask them to do the same and ensure you're both on the same page.
Some questions to consider:
- Do we want kids? How will we pay for their education?
- Do we want to own a home or rent for the foreseeable future?
- How much debt do we each have? How critical is it for us to get out of debt quickly?
- How much savings do we feel we need? Is there an amount we'd consider "too low" to be comfortable? How will we each contribute to the savings?
- What are our retirement goals?
- What investments do we have, and how comfortable are we with taking risks in the stock market?
- What are our credit scores? Do we need to make it a priority for one or both of us to improve it? (This is especially critical as your goals for marriage and credit scores can either work in harmony or make your home life stressful very quickly.)
2. Decide if you'll open joint accounts or keep your finances separate
Traditionally married couples would combine their finances into joint accounts. This is changing as more couples earn dual incomes to save for their individual and combined goals. Joint accounts can be beneficial, but only if both partners are comfortable with the arrangement. If you're one of these couples, it's important to have open and honest conversations about the arrangement.
If you choose to separate your finances, create a budget for each person and discuss spending regularly. This way, you'll stay accountable and avoid any financial surprises down the road.
3. Change over your beneficiary information
If you have any life insurance, retirement plans, or other assets that will benefit your partner after you die, it's important to change these beneficiary designations as soon as possible. By doing this, your partner will be the primary beneficiary of these assets, and they'll be able to access them without legal complications.
4. Create a budget and stick to it
A budget is essential for anyone looking to live a financially successful life. Whether married or not, creating and sticking to a budget is vital for your short-term and long-term goals. Creating a budget can be simple - just take a look at your expenses over the past three months and divide them into categories (food, housing, transportation, etc.). Once you have a good idea of where your money is going each month, you can start making adjustments to ensure you're always spending within your means.
5. Discuss asset ownership and make the necessary changes
If you and your spouse own assets, such as a home or car, you should consider how ownership will be handled once you're legally married. Some couples will add their spouse as a co-owner, while others opt to keep assets separate. Whichever you decide to do, it's essential you and your spouse are on the same page so that there aren't any feelings of resentment that come up later.
6. Update your tax withholding
If you're a W-2 employee, consider updating your tax withholding status with your payroll department now that you'll be filing jointly.
7. Get a financial review
Sitting down together and getting a thorough financial review will help you identify areas where you may be overspending or under-investing and make necessary changes so you two are on track for your long-term goals. A financial advisor can also help you create a budget and assess your credit score, so you know where you and your partner stand.
The bottom line
By following these simple tips, you and your spouse will be better positioned to achieve your goals together and ensure your marriage is long and happy.
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