Why Falling in Love Feels Like an Impossible Mission

You can stop worrying about ending up alone if you do these.

Jessey Anthony
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4 Ways You May Be Holding Yourself Back In Relationships
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I don’t think anyone in their twenties, regardless of gender, can bet they’ve ever thought of spending the rest of their life alone. It’s difficult to confront the truth, but I’m learning to live by mine.

I know it sounds crazy!

Even when I want something or find someone with most qualities I seek in a partner, I still don’t have the courage to let them in.

I was 17 when I had my first crush. We dated for a while until we got bored of each other. My first love taught me strength and prowess, but then it burned my self-esteem along the way.

Since then, I have stuck with a strict rule never to love again. But our human heart can be fickle.

Despite my walls, my fragile heart cracks up when I meet a handsome and intelligent man.

How we hold back from falling in love

When I first got heartbroken at age 23, I was a mess. I remember lying in bed feeling like the world was over or maybe I was going to die. Despite being emotionally abused, It wasn’t easy letting go of the happy memories.

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