I Have Been Single For Way Too Long
I hated being single for so long, just wanting some kind of affection and knowing someone outside of my parents actually cares about my well being and it's been a challenge finding my self worth and value while being single but you know what? I realized something while being single for so many years now. It's made me realize that the only person who will have my back is myself especially noticing everyone my age who were in relationships before all didn't last. This generation doesn't know how to maintain a relationship. I just sit back and watch people get into these fake relationships because they see it on their favorite netflix show or just simply for physical reasons and look what happens. I'm not here to pass judgement. All I'm saying is I used to literally feel worthless and shatter my own self confidence by telling myself not being in a relationship means nobody wants me. Even if that were true, I have to want me as corny as that sounds. I realized if I love myself and I mean truly love myself why would I put myself through these things? Why would I make myself feel completely miserable just because I'm single. I won't lie, it can get pretty lonely but at the same time I've been able to find some clarity, self awareness and understanding the real meaning of self love and fulfillment. It's a very liberating feeling. Maybe I'll find someone down the road but I'm not searching anymore. Even if I do get into a relationship I'm not convinced it will last anyways. Women and men these days are too immature and cheat way too often, I see it all the time. A lot of people gain confidence through others but when you gain confidence through your own means that's when it's real and not a facade or a front for other people's perception.