WASHINGTON D.C. – A comprehensive, multi-year study released today by the Institute for Marital Reconfiguration (IMR) has unveiled a startling correlation: individuals who undergo a divorce frequently find themselves living without a spouse. This revolutionary finding, dubbed the 'Singularity Effect' by researchers, is reportedly leading millions to confront the novel concept of 'being alone.'

“Our data indicates a strong, almost undeniable link between signing divorce papers and the subsequent absence of a live-in romantic partner,” stated Dr. Eleanor Vance, lead researcher at IMR. “Many participants reported a period of intense introspection, often involving the realization that they were now solely responsible for their own dinner choices and television remote control.”

The study, which tracked thousands of post-divorce individuals, noted a significant increase in activities previously deemed impossible or inconvenient, such as eating cereal for dinner or watching an entire season of a niche documentary series without negotiation. “It’s a profound shift,” commented one study participant, Chad Peterson, 47, who recently discovered he could leave his socks on the floor without immediate consequence. “I’m really getting to know myself.”

Experts caution that while this newfound 'alone-ness' can be life-changing, it also presents challenges, such as having to open jars without assistance. The IMR plans further research into the long-term effects of this phenomenon, including its impact on grocery shopping habits and the strategic placement of decorative throw pillows.