Being a single person is excellent but there are some things that friends in relationships should take on board, writes Shahed Ezaydi.

What it feels like when you're always the single friend

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Long-standing friends are drifting further away from me

I definitely don’t need friends pitying my singlehood

Don’t tell me that I’ll find someone one day. It’s patronising

My singleness isn’t your source of gossip

I loved your hen do – but my celebrations matter too

Please remember that being single is an economic burden

If I don’t ask to be set up, please don’t play matchmaker anyway

Here are some key things for coupled-up pals to take on board.