They're in their late 20s and above, have never had boyfriends and are perfectly cool with it.

Four ladies share why singlehood is no longer a sad state of affairs.

Many single women I know fear "dying alone and getting found three weeks later, half eaten by wild dogs", as Bridget Jones so blatantly put it.

And for women approaching their 30s, that fear is multiplied, thanks to the sobering fact that their mates are getting hitched and popping cute babies one after the other.

But not these women, who are dealing with singlehood just fine.

Don't get me wrong, they still harbour hopes of getting married, face enormous pressure from family and friends (think endless streams of advice and matchmaking sessions) and yes, they do have occasional bouts of loneliness.

But unlike many, they're not hung up about dating and don't feel the need to go on a "manhunt", be it going for regular dating events or going out with as many men as they possibly can. Here's why.

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