When a single person keeps a "situationship" alive purely to avoid being truly alone, they block the possibility of a real partner. The secret relationship acts as a dam, preventing the river of new love from flowing.

This series is a classic millennial drama centered on the fallout of teen pregnancy and the intricate web of high school romances. Amy Juergens

The single character’s secret life is consumed by one person. The drama comes from —what the character feels internally vs. what they show.

: After discovering her husband's affair, she enters the world of singlehood and explores various power-dynamic-driven relationships.

The 2014 TV movie "The Secret Sex Life of a Single Mom" (based on the true-life story of author Delaine Moore) follows Delaine, a mother of two who explores the world of online dating and sexual liberation after divorcing her emotionally abusive husband. Where to Watch (US)

On a mission to reclaim her identity, Delaine enters the world of online dating. She eventually meets a man known as "The Duke," who introduces her to a dominant/submissive relationship. Through these new experiences, Delaine seeks to find the assertiveness and sexual desire she had missing for years. The Secret Sex Life of a Single Mom (TV Movie 2014) - IMDb