8 Signs You Finally Found Your Person

And self-love affirmations to remind you you’re worth it.

Ashley Broadwater
Hello, Love

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I’ve spent way too much time in unhealthy relationships. Men have “breadcrumbed” and “paperclipped” me, and possibly worse than that, those behaviors negatively affected my self-worth and self-image.

If you’ve felt lonely or desperate for a relationship, you’re far from alone, especially while we’re having to practice social distancing. Research shows that over 60 percent of Americans feel lonely and 50 percent of people who are single are interested in dating.

But I want to tell you, from personal experience, that you can find your soulmate. You can find the person who’s meant to be “your person,” who will love you well and make you happy. Here are eight signs to look out for in a potential (or current) partner that I’ve noticed. Please keep in mind that every person, experience and relationship is different, however.

1. You want to share everything with them — the good and the bad.

In a sense, you and your partner should be best friends. You want to hang out often and share your life with them. You can have deep conversations about your past, share recent personal excitements and more. You feel comfortable saying what you want and being…

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Ashley Broadwater
Hello, Love

Freelance writer on multiple platforms. On Medium: writing tips + relationships. UNC-CH Journalism + Media. Newsletter + more: www.linktr.ee/ashleybroadwater