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Reasons Why I Don't Date

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Reasons Why I Don't Date

Someone recently asked me why I don't date and at the time I just nonchalantly answered, "it's just too much" because I honestly wasn't sure. So, I started thinking about it, so here's what I figured out.

First of all, I haven't found anyone who is worthy of me. I know that sounds very selfish and cocky, but it's not like that at all! A lot of people don't realize that they deserve so much more than what they're getting so they let people run over them and treat them however they want, but that's NOT OKAY!!!! I've let people hurt me time and time again, so why would I want to date someone like that? I know my worth and I know what I deserve so I'm not going to settle for the guy who belittles me.

God's timing is everything!

I know that when the time is right, God will bring the man of my dreams into my life. I don't want to waste my time dating guys who I don't see myself having a future with. Instead, I want to spend my time learning to love myself & making memories with my friends.

We are too old for games.

At this point, I am 110% over "the game." I don't want someone who isn't mature enough to handle a real relationship. When I love, I give it all I've got, so I'm not willing to give that kind of love to just anyone. They have to be strong enough to handle a strong, independent, caring soul. My heart is too precious to give it to someone who won't cherish it.

Hook Up Culture

I think it's obvious that our generation is full of hookups and meaningless sex. But, there are still people out there, like me, who haven't given into societies rules on sex and relationships. TRUE LOVE WAITS! Nobody that has crossed my path so far has been willing to wait for me. I refuse to date someone who expects sex just because we're in a relationship. I want a real man who respects me and my body. Someone who wants to know who I am-- mind, heart, & soul-- before my body. I want to be loved for who I am, not what I do or don't do sexually.

Dating is great for some people, but being free while you're young is okay too!! If you're lucky enough to find that special person at a young age, then awesome! But don't rush it. Be patient and enjoy life! There's so much to learn and explore, so don't let it pass you by because you're obsessed with finding a relationship!

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