Having a partner doesn’t mark the beginning of security; it just changes the work you have to do… Remember, as you’re trying to work on yourself, being single is a blessing in disguise. You can consolidate all of your energy on yourself, without having to take anyone else into consideration. Now just take the next step: build up yourself enough that you can lead with “I’m great and you should get to know me,” rather than “I’m feeling left out and want somebody to fix it.
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Nerve’s “Miss Information” advice column
I don’t normally post shit like this… but this is pretty intelligent. I like this right here.