Why am I still single?
I'm in my late 20s and have never been in a serious relationship. I'm just tired and frustrated. I don't know where to meet people and I'm not good at talking to new people. Should I just give up even trying?
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Being single doesn't mean you're doing anything wrong! Being single gives you a chance to really love yourself so that, when you're ultimately in a relationship, you're not dependent on the other person to make you happy. It's of prime importance that you really be happy with yourself. That might look like embracing the things that you've wanted to do, going back to some hobbies, or writing a gratitude list every day about what you love about yourself. All the things that go into loving yourself and being happy with yourself are really key.
However, there are two sides to every coin. A lot of people who are single don't want to be single. And that's fine. It's just where you are now, so how can you embrace it? Think about how there are things that you can do as a single person that you can't do as part of a couple, and embrace those types of things. For example, if you'd like to travel alone, do it! Look at all the positives, and enjoy the single life while you can. You'll get into a relationship when the right person comes along!
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However, there are two sides to every coin. A lot of people who are single don't want to be single. And that's fine. It's just where you are now, so how can you embrace it? Think about how there are things that you can do as a single person that you can't do as part of a couple, and embrace those types of things. For example, if you'd like to travel alone, do it! Look at all the positives, and enjoy the single life while you can. You'll get into a relationship when the right person comes along!
Just a question how can one love them self if they don't know what love is I mean being 46 years old and still single neve even being intamit with a woman is is not right I mean at that age youthful have a lot of experience in relationships clearly ot says I am either faulty or doing something seriously wrong
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It sounds like you’re grappling with some really deep feelings about love and self-worth. It’s understandable to feel out of place, especially when comparing yourself to others who may seem to have more experience. The journey of self-love can be complex, and it often involves understanding your value and what love truly means to you.
Being 46 and single doesn’t mean you’re faulty or wrong; everyone’s life path is unique. Sometimes, it’s about timing, personal growth, or simply finding the right circumstances. Maybe it would help to reflect on what love means to you, what you want from a relationship, and even what holds you back from pursuing intimacy and connection.
Consider exploring your feelings more—perhaps through journaling, therapy, or talking to trusted friends. This could provide insight into your experiences and help you build a healthier relationship with yourself. Remember, it's never too late to learn about love, both for yourself and others.
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Being 46 and single doesn’t mean you’re faulty or wrong; everyone’s life path is unique. Sometimes, it’s about timing, personal growth, or simply finding the right circumstances. Maybe it would help to reflect on what love means to you, what you want from a relationship, and even what holds you back from pursuing intimacy and connection.
Consider exploring your feelings more—perhaps through journaling, therapy, or talking to trusted friends. This could provide insight into your experiences and help you build a healthier relationship with yourself. Remember, it's never too late to learn about love, both for yourself and others.
The number one reason is that there are more distractions than ever. There are apps like TikTok, Instagram, Twitter...there's a lot of nonstop distractions pulling people's energy in a million directions. Also, these apps make you feel like you're doing something for your social and dating life. They make you feel like you're being social when swiping or messaging, but you may never meet up with that person. It just doesn't come together.
Also, there are unrealistic and over-sexualized videos that give us the wrong idea of how life should be when we should really just focus on enjoying the simple things, like meeting someone who understands you, having a good conversation, taking a walk and having a coffee together, planning your future, and just doing things that aren't as involved now as they used to be.
I think society has shifted in many ways where a lot of people don't have to live a traditional life. For example, you don't need to live in only one location. But if you can travel the world and make money, relationships can be harder to manage with that nomadic lifestyle. One of the biggest issues, though, is the amount of distraction and the feeling that there are just so many options out there. A very beautiful girl could be getting many offers to go travel the world just because of the pictures she has up online. So then once she meets a real guy in a real situation, it's a lot less likely to come together because she has so many options pulling her attention away from having that kind of a relationship. And also, that kind of relationship may not even appeal to her anymore because now she has a lot of different options to have many different kinds of experiences.
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Also, there are unrealistic and over-sexualized videos that give us the wrong idea of how life should be when we should really just focus on enjoying the simple things, like meeting someone who understands you, having a good conversation, taking a walk and having a coffee together, planning your future, and just doing things that aren't as involved now as they used to be.
I think society has shifted in many ways where a lot of people don't have to live a traditional life. For example, you don't need to live in only one location. But if you can travel the world and make money, relationships can be harder to manage with that nomadic lifestyle. One of the biggest issues, though, is the amount of distraction and the feeling that there are just so many options out there. A very beautiful girl could be getting many offers to go travel the world just because of the pictures she has up online. So then once she meets a real guy in a real situation, it's a lot less likely to come together because she has so many options pulling her attention away from having that kind of a relationship. And also, that kind of relationship may not even appeal to her anymore because now she has a lot of different options to have many different kinds of experiences.
As someone who is young, I don’t know that much about dating. But, I couldn’t agree more.
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Do not give up! I would imagine that some of what you're feeling is societal pressure saying, “You're in your late 20s. You haven't met your person. What's wrong with you? What are you not doing? What are you doing wrong?” There can be this pressure in our society like we have to always be on the "escalator" of relationships. First of all, you just have to recognize that that timeline may not be yours. That may be somebody else's. And if you're disillusioned with the dating scene, I really try to just take that ‘dating’ word out of it like “I am just making friends and having conversations, making connections,” because as soon as we put that ‘dating’ label on it, that's when the stakes get ratcheted up and where the expectations start to unravel for us. And that always leads to disappointment.
I would quote Anne Lamott who said, “Expectations are resentments under construction.” Especially for daters who sort of came of age with online dating and with social media, I do hear a lot of disillusionment because there's this fantasy that dating was easier before. It wasn't. We are now demanding more from our partners. We don't just want a relationship of convenience. In the 1920s, the census data showed that people met and married someone who lived within five blocks of their house. We don't want that. We want someone who's going to travel with us. We want somebody who's going to be our business partner, our confidant, our best friend, our lover, our co-parent, our everything. And our expectations for what a successful relationship looks like have gotten higher. That is really what has led to more disillusionment in dating.
To be clear, I certainly think you can have it all. You should have a partner who has all of those things, but just give yourself a little bit of grace in knowing that it may take a little bit more time and it may take a little bit more effort to find someone who has all of those qualities! Just remember that everyone's timeline is different and try to see meeting people as making connections in a way that's fun and low-pressure.
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I would quote Anne Lamott who said, “Expectations are resentments under construction.” Especially for daters who sort of came of age with online dating and with social media, I do hear a lot of disillusionment because there's this fantasy that dating was easier before. It wasn't. We are now demanding more from our partners. We don't just want a relationship of convenience. In the 1920s, the census data showed that people met and married someone who lived within five blocks of their house. We don't want that. We want someone who's going to travel with us. We want somebody who's going to be our business partner, our confidant, our best friend, our lover, our co-parent, our everything. And our expectations for what a successful relationship looks like have gotten higher. That is really what has led to more disillusionment in dating.
To be clear, I certainly think you can have it all. You should have a partner who has all of those things, but just give yourself a little bit of grace in knowing that it may take a little bit more time and it may take a little bit more effort to find someone who has all of those qualities! Just remember that everyone's timeline is different and try to see meeting people as making connections in a way that's fun and low-pressure.
You have to love yourself first! Why does there have to be something wrong with you? Maybe you just haven’t met the right people or the right place to do so. People are making major life transitions much later in life and it’s not uncommon to be in your late 20s and single. Don’t put so much pressure on yourself. Go out, have fun, practice, flirting, put yourself out there and let’s see what happens. Best of luck!
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Dating apps are a hellscape. I was on Tinder for a whole year and can count the number of matches I got on one hand. And of the few matches I got, only two responded. One was a bot and the other girl ghosted me when I tried to set up a date. I also tried Hinge, Bumble, OkCupid, Match.com, Coffee Meets Bagel, Eharmony...everything... If you're a straight guy dating apps are a waste of time.
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I second that dating apps are not the vibe. I'm also a straight guy and tried dating apps for a while without much success. I met my current girlfriend through a local Meetup group. We're both musicians and happened to end up at the same jam one evening. During a break I complimented her on her improvising and we hit it off. Went on a date a few days later and now we've been dating for 10 months.
I'd recommend getting off the dating apps and spending your time going to places and events where you're likely to meet new people. Find local hobby groups for things you're interested in or have always wanted to try and show up with the intention to make new friends, not just to find a girlfriend. People are going to pick up on if you're just there to hit on girls. Make an effort to make genuine connections with people and if one of them happens to develop into a romantic relationship, that's awesome! Even if you don't find a girlfriend right away, you'll incorporate more socializing into your life and that will boost your happiness and confidence, which will help make you more attractive to potential partners. Good luck!
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I'd recommend getting off the dating apps and spending your time going to places and events where you're likely to meet new people. Find local hobby groups for things you're interested in or have always wanted to try and show up with the intention to make new friends, not just to find a girlfriend. People are going to pick up on if you're just there to hit on girls. Make an effort to make genuine connections with people and if one of them happens to develop into a romantic relationship, that's awesome! Even if you don't find a girlfriend right away, you'll incorporate more socializing into your life and that will boost your happiness and confidence, which will help make you more attractive to potential partners. Good luck!
Thanks, that's good advice. But I feel like it's not just me, all my friends are single too :( Why are we ALL single?
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I really think you're lucky because I am ALWAYS the only single person in my friend group, I literally have nothing to talk to them about because they're always talking about the person they are dating, or someone related to that person so I'm just there unable to follow the conversation or add anything. It's really no fun if you all don't have the same status.
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One of my friends is really flirty and moves on to a different boy each day, another has so many boys head over heels for her, and the 3rd has a bf, so I feel really left out. I know how you feel
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Bro thats so real! My friends are always talking about their Bf's and Gf's but since I broke up with my ex-gf, I have had no love at all, and we broke up almost 2 YEARS ago
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One of my friends is in a relationship. She is back with this guy for the 4th time. I don't know why she keeps trying. They're called an EX for a reason. A few other of my friends have tried to get something started but it hasn't worked out between them and the crush.
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That is just evil. Your ex sounds like a terrible person. You should ask yourself what you liked about that person and what you didn't like. Once you are done, if the dislikes outweigh the likes, that should give you a good idea of how to move on.
I hope this helps you.
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I hope this helps you.
Back in 2010 I entered the name of my first girlfriend, who I hadn't seen since going into the service in 1962. I found her, and she wasn't married, no kids, etc. We hooked up and wow, I was, for the first time in my life, in love.
We bought a home in Florida and left California in 2011. Soon after, she started her change to her real person, A narcissist. She would start arguments with me every day. All we did was fight. Then I learned she was hitting the sheets with the guy nextdoor.
I moved back to California in 2019 and never spoke to her again.
My problem is that I'm now eighty, and lets face it, there arn't a lot for me to chose from.
Just as well, I now have Leukemia.
Go to youtube and enter narcissist. They are the worst/meanest people you can imagine.
Anyway, I hope this will help those who are in a relationship with one.
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We bought a home in Florida and left California in 2011. Soon after, she started her change to her real person, A narcissist. She would start arguments with me every day. All we did was fight. Then I learned she was hitting the sheets with the guy nextdoor.
I moved back to California in 2019 and never spoke to her again.
My problem is that I'm now eighty, and lets face it, there arn't a lot for me to chose from.
Just as well, I now have Leukemia.
Go to youtube and enter narcissist. They are the worst/meanest people you can imagine.
Anyway, I hope this will help those who are in a relationship with one.
I would like to add to my post. I grew up with a number of relations. Never had a problem, and was spoiled because girls would ask me out. I can't really count the amount of girls I've, well how do I say "hit the sheets with". Life was good and bad. I have 4 exes and had 1 son. He passed away in 2001. But I never really loved any of them, so when I hooked up with my old girlfriend I finally found what love, real love was like. It's a feeling that I can't really discribe. I just never knew what a narcissist was. They are probably the worst people on this earth. I would encourage everyone to go to YouTube and enter the word narcissist. educate yourself on what is out there.
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I have this crush we always make eye contact and we smile at each other but I don't even know if he's gay I'm in highschool right now he's an upper classmen but I really don't know its scary to talk to him and I feel he's gay people tell me he's gay but is he?
i don't know any advice please?...
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i don't know any advice please?...
Just ask him if he's gay. My friend was at a restaurant with her family and she saw a cute guy and literally asked him if he was gay. He was, but hey, she tried.
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Talk to him. Have friendly conversations with him. You will find out if there's sexual chemistry between the two of you soon enough.
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idk if ull read lol but note that teenagers nowdays have these "gay" jokes and so they might be joking. I would try to get a bit closer, (note that you shouldn't exactly freak out, but instead act calm,) see what he does ;)
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If it’s the same as fifth grade, just be who you want to be. Don’t overthink it. That’s how I got a girlfriend.
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I agree, many times people cant say no and It sucks for the person who you ask out, but eventually they will learn to love you, you can tell that happens when they kiss you for the first time, or say they love you or just act in love with you
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I'm very much the same. I'm currently 41 years old have had a few relationships in the past that didn't work out. I've been single for years now and I've just given up hope that there is someone out there for me. I only have a few friends. And dating apps are horrible. I have no clue how to start my life over looking for someone anymore. I get very lonely and it makes me saf
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i know what you mean. i don't know where to go or what i should be doing to meet people. dating apps for me are good for finding old friends but not for finding a steady thing with a true flame.
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Honey,
Finding love is a personal choice, and it's completely up to you. If it's what you want, go for it! Put yourself out there, be open to new experiences, and see what happens. If you think it's worth the wait, take your time. Focus on yourself, your passions, and your growth. You can explore new hobbies, try new things, and learn more about what makes you happy. Remember, the perfect match takes time, and it's worth waiting for someone who truly connects with you.
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Finding love is a personal choice, and it's completely up to you. If it's what you want, go for it! Put yourself out there, be open to new experiences, and see what happens. If you think it's worth the wait, take your time. Focus on yourself, your passions, and your growth. You can explore new hobbies, try new things, and learn more about what makes you happy. Remember, the perfect match takes time, and it's worth waiting for someone who truly connects with you.
Me and my boyfriend just broke up :( :( :( BUT I'M PREGNANT... what do i do...help.
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wowwwwww.... ummm...find someone better... like me ;P... but seriously ...You need to make make more friends. When ur friends invite u go somewhere u normally wouldnt go do not say no because thats where ur going to meet more people. Eventually ur going to meet someone who u like thats single. if your shy dont be scared to say you are shy, and be honest about your feelings.(Keep the baby:))
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all i do all day is stay on my computer and Watch tv b/c i can't Have Friends in Real Life..:(
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bro if you be hating on ppl spell right geez. also its not blud its bud get it right, don't be hating on ppl online that's rude to do respect your elders!
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I'm 18 I'm a senior in high school I just made my English teacher give my crush a note and now I'm scared because we sit together in class and his friend asked him if he liked me he gestured no to his friend so I'm scared
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I have a bf he is called Spencer I am 23 and we have had sex he said I am so sexy!
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STAY DETERMINED! YOU'LL FIND SOMEONE WOMBAT! I'm honestly still lookin, but I'm sure you'll find someone for ya!
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No! You will find the person for yourself eventually, you just have to keep searching! <3
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I have a bug fat crush on someone but idk if he likes me he's giving mixed signals but he does stare at me a lot..idk he's all nervous around me. should I make the first move or just not?
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Yes. Definitely. Girl, if he don’t like you, then I dunno, maybe you read the signs wrong.
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I'm trying to focus on school at the moment but I really want a gf or a. Bf (I'm bi) there's this girl I like but she's with someone else (she's not sure on her orientation so she's dating a girl) and i had a. Chance to ask her out. But I was too scared to do it BC I've been rejected by all people I've asked out.
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Guys, i met a guy after me and my bf broke up. I feel like I like this guy, but i don't know how to approach him and tell him.. Any suggestions?
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It's great that you're noticing feelings for someone new. It shows you're open to connection. Since your recent breakup is still on your mind, it might be helpful to check in with yourself and make sure you’re truly over your ex. Take some time to understand the reasons for the breakup and ensure you feel ready to move forward emotionally. In my book, Dr. Chloe’s 10 Commandments of Dating, I talk about the importance of dating from a place of confidence rather than just filling a void. When you do decide to approach this new person, keep it light and natural; you don’t have to make a big declaration. Try starting with casual conversations, showing interest in his life, and giving him space to reciprocate. If you want to be a bit more direct, a simple 'I enjoy spending time with you. Would you like to grab coffee sometime?' keeps things low-pressure while signaling interest.
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Im in 7th grade and have a crush on an 8th grader. We're going to a school trip together. Should I ask him out?
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Ohhh yeahhhhhhh... school trips are the best places for these...adventures... ;0
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Just a question how can one love them self if they don't know what love is I mean being 46 years old and still single neve even being intamit with a woman is is not right I mean at that age youthful have a lot of experience in relationships clearly ot says I am either faulty or doing something seriously wrong
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I can't I can't believe that I really like being around people I mean like I am very close to anyone who's my friend or best friend my family all sorts of stuff so I really like being around people
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This test is so right, and even though i don't think i am brave enough to do what this thing is telling me to do it's good advice
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I am single should I meet up with my friend {not like that] me and my friend has a situationship. but I don't want to date her I just want to be a close friend
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Never give up if it helps I have never been in a relationship before ever so you’re even lucky I wonder how it feels to be in love
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So the other day a was wt some my friends overheard my ex talking to some his friends and I heard he still likes me! lol u guys know wut to do
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I have three exes and none of them were in a serious relationship with me. I'm currently dating this one guy, but I'm going to break up with them because I don't have any romantic feelings for them anymore. I was planning on asking out a different person, but I don't know if they have feelings for me, can anybody help me?
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Some people are aromatic or arrowace or even asexual and that's ok, but if you do want a bf/gf try expanding your social circle
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No! Infact try to find some of your ex’s and date them when you go back you are always happy infact I am married to my first boyfriend and we have been happily in love for 75 years
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The hardest thing in life is to undertake action to combat the things u are afraid of.
Rejection is a feable plot when u take the fear out of it. 'says gf-less guy'
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Rejection is a feable plot when u take the fear out of it. 'says gf-less guy'
I rarely fall in love but when I do I fall hard. I am 58 years old, straight dominant and kinky, but romantic and generous male. I’ve had only two serious relationships in my life. My first lasted almost 4 years but she broke my heart at the age of 24. In hindsight, she may not have been “the one”, despite my believing so at the time. Nevertheless, I did not have another serious relationship - someone I truly head over heels in love with - until I was 50! Now, after 8 years, she broke up with me. Once again, I am completely destroyed. But instead of being in my 20’s, I’m now close to 60. I don’t know how to accept the fact that the type of woman I’m looking for is never going to happen again. I’m 58 and my romantic/sexual life is over. That’s a bitter pill to swallow. Knowing from here on out I’ll be alone.
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That´s so sad! Just because your sexual life is over, it doesn´t mean you can´t still find someone. There are many couples at this age unmarried and without children. Even though you may never be serious with someone, you can still love them as a friend! There are lots of people struggling with the feeling that they will always be alone but there are about 8 billion people in this world and there is definitely someone out there for you. Pets are also are reported to be very therapetic and will be there for you and will fill your life with joy. Many say that their pet helped them see positive things they never would have seen with them. Also a dating coach or therapist might help. One more thing, there are many apps and programs for seniors for dating.
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Dude, I feel totally the same! I'm kid of young for a relationship and it's not like I haven't tried though. I don't think anyone cares about my whole life story so I'll spare the details.
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No! Being single gives you opportunities to explore your options and really think about what you want in a person. If you aren't good at talking to people try going somewhere buying a couple of cheap things and talking to the cashier. The more you do it, the better you get! I'm rooting for you! :)
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Love is something that doesn't need itself to be rushed, just be yourself, and wait for the right moment. And most importantly take care of yourself, give yourself a break from all this drama, so just calm down a bit and focus on yourself for the moment.
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I'm in my mid twenties and I've met a guy that I really enjoy spending time with, but he's older, so it's complicated. He has a lot to sort out before we can actually get together (kids, an ex wife, etc), but we both want it to work. I'm just worried that in the time it takes to get all of that sorted out, he'll lose interest or decide that it's not worth the effort.
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I am a bachelor who is content with focusing on my career and avoiding relationship drama at this point and time
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no you can find someone I thought that for a long time but I ended up finding my wife
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I like this boy and Idk if he likes me back, we did go bowling with 2 other friends, and when he got there he said to only me, "Idk why I wore this chain from Christmas" and it was a really random comment. He also was like arguing with one of my friends saying like "Somebody's got a real yapping problem" to her and like glancing over to me trying to impress me or something. And he was like "I'm the best bowler, i'm going to beat you" (i'm Type 1 diabetic) When I had to stop and check my blood sugar, he came over and was like, "What are you doing? R U okay?" SOMEBODY PLEASE HELP ME!! DOES HE LIKE ME?!
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Yes you are better off alone!!! They don't deserve you queenie!!!! Stay cute slay all day 🥰🥰🥰🥰
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im in high school and do not have a boyfriend I have a crush on a boy named Brayden at my school we are in three classes together and I need help.
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Don't give up yet! There could still be people you don't know who like you. I haven't found anyone who likes me, though. I tell me parents I don't want to deal with the drama and things like that, but I secretly want to have a boyfriend who will really love me.
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I've been with one guy in my entire life. A few weeks after we broke up, he asked me and my friend where he should take his new girlfriend for valentines day! I wanna find love but I feel like most guys hate me or think that I hate them!
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I got that I'm too shy and i think that's true. I'm always thinking stuff like, "Should I ask him out? It'll be so embarrissing if he says no!"
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Don't give Up! Your not lucky before in your past, u have a chance to find your happiness and find a good serious relationship,it's not the end of world.. Don't think where your find she/him God give u in a good timing maybe Tom or nextday or nextmonth.U find ur 👸👑
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You need to make make more friends. When ur friends invite u go somewhere u normally wouldnt go do not say no because thats where ur going to meet more people. Eventually ur going to meet someone who u like thats single. if your shy dont be scared to say you are shy, and be honest about your feelings.
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Theres this boy that i like and hes really cute but immature and I am not sure if I like him or not, or even if I should tell him i like him because im scared of his reaction. What do you think i should do?
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I get your frustration, but don’t give up. Meeting people takes time, and the right connection will come. Try new social activities, work on confidence, and stay open to opportunities. Focus on enjoying life, and things will fall into place.
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I feel like this literally all the time! I swear nobody has ever liked me. Like ever. The only guy I though was crushing on me(because he gave me a secret heart necklace)liked my friend.
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I think it would be helpful to take a deep breath and be patient...relationships just take time. Focus on self-renewal and self-improvement while you're single and wait for that relationship to come.
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Don't give up! My friends and I range from mid-20s to mid-30s and a lot of us have also never been in a serious relationship before. It sucks, but try not to get too bummed out about it. When you're miserable, your chances of someone being attracted to you go down even more. Instead, try your best to not focus on how you wish you were in a relationship and take advantage of the freedom that being single gives you.
You can meet people and work on creating a happy life while single in these ways:
- joining clubs, classes, teams, hobby and interest groups
- going to social events or regularly going to a place you can get to know people
- eating and drinking things that help your body feel good and healthy
- making time for things that bring you joy
- spending time outside (walking, gardening, reading, anything!)
- organizing socials and hangouts with friends
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You can meet people and work on creating a happy life while single in these ways:
- joining clubs, classes, teams, hobby and interest groups
- going to social events or regularly going to a place you can get to know people
- eating and drinking things that help your body feel good and healthy
- making time for things that bring you joy
- spending time outside (walking, gardening, reading, anything!)
- organizing socials and hangouts with friends
am in your shoes currently.yeah it's somehow frustrating but am doing ok by playing games, watching my favorite movies,listening to music and trying to improve my financial status.am not good in making friends at all but this might help try smiling and saying Hi to people you want to be friends with and start a conversation about the day or the weather or something like that.please note take it slowly especially with trust.you don't want to end up being friends with toxic people and regretting befriending people because of them and ending up where you currently are.
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Reader Tips from Why Can’t I Find Love? 12 Common Reasons & How to Turn Things Around
In my experience, love often finds you when you aren't actively looking for it. If you feel like you're getting burned out by all the dating apps, bad first dates, and lack of compatible partners, just take a break. You'll feel much more comfortable navigating new relationships and looking for love if you aren't completely tired of the whole journey.
If you're looking for Mr. or Ms. Right and you're really digging for that deep connection, don't waste your time continuing to date people who are sort of obviously not long-term material. Just cut your losses and keep looking for the one!
Reader Tips from How to Lead a Happy Life Without Romantic Relationships
It's a bit of a dark solution, but I find it really comforting to look at the statistics around cheating. It's a lot easier to feel comfortable being alone if you've got a bit of a reminder that a lot of relationships just end really brutally over infidelity.
Go for morning or evening walk every day. I know it sounds silly, but having a little productive habit that you engage in, just for you, is a big deal when it comes to feeling fulfilled by yourself.
If you do eventually want a relationship, don't sweat it. You don't need to permanently write off love forever if you think you just need a break from this kind of stuff.
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