If I knew then what I know now, I would have taken those pieces of advice about love I heard about when I was younger just a bit more serious.

We’ve all heard that you can’t love anyone until you truly love yourself. And while I definitely love me some me, lately my desire for a relationship has allowed me to settle.

Many times, we become delusional because we want something so bad that we allow our desires to get in the way of reality.

While it is usually recommended to take your time to get to know the person you potentially want to be with, is there such a thing as getting to know them too long before making a commitment?

Sometimes we can allow our insecurities to get the best (or worst) of us and we end up secretly putting down other women.

When I’m finally ready to settle down because I’ve matured, it seems many men I encounter have been tainted by women like I used to be or are simply no good and using that “I’m scarred” excuse to cover up their irresponsible behavior.

If a person would lie about something so insignificant, what WON’T they lie about in the future?

How do you feel about the concept?

Justin was an eternal pessimist when it came to love. In his eyes, love was meant to hurt; and usually he tried to hurt others before they hurt him.

So maybe the dates won’t end in a love connection or maybe to my pleasant surprise, one of them will. Still, what am I losing by relaxing and enjoying the company of a man?