10 Ways To Find The Love Of Your Life
When you were young, bright-eyed and innocent, you believed that you’d accidentally bump into the love of your life outside a bookstore, laugh about it over coffee and have an adorable love story to tell your kids.
But now, after dozens of disastrous dates, failed relationships and a gradually diminishing opinion of the opposite sex, you might start giving up on your naive dreams. Don’t throw in the towel just yet though. There might be something fundamentally wrong with how you approach love which might be stopping you from finding your life partner. So stop swiping right at random and read on to know how you can improve your love life.
1. Revamp Your Online Dating Profile
The internet is a godsend in that it allows you to expand your dating pool, improving your chances of finding someone you really connect with. However, if you can’t market yourself effectively, you’re going to be doomed to only getting requests from 50-somethings still living with their moms. Steer clear from generic descriptions and hobbies, instead introspect and find out what really defines you. A ‘Marathon runner who loves trampoline parks’ is always going to be more interesting than a ‘Calm person who loves long walks on the beach’.
2. Become The Best Version Of Yourself
Forget for a while about trying to find love. Focus on your own life and try to make the most out of it. If you’re stuck in a 9-5 rut at a job you’re bored of, find a fun hobby that can take your day from average to amazing. Not only will this help you meet new people with the same interests, but it will turn you into a more exciting person other people will want to be with.
3. Don’t Settle For Ordinary
Yes, there’s comfort in familiarity, but if you don’t feel like you’re getting everything you need from an existing relationship, don’t be afraid to jump ship. Sticking around in an unsatisfying relationship just because you’re scared of being alone isn’t fair to either partner. It also takes away from the time you can spend looking for someone you want to spend your whole life with.
4. Stay True To Yourself
Just because you overheard a guy you like saying he prefers brunettes, don’t immediately jump into the nearest salon to color your hair. No one can keep up a facade forever, so even if changing yourself for someone else works right now, it can only fail in the long run. While compromise is the cornerstone of every successful relationship, don’t get this mixed up with turning yourself into someone you’re not.
5. Get Real About Your Expectations
If you’ve watched your fair share of chick flicks, chances are you picture your life partner as someone who is charmingly witty, makes over-the-top gestures of love and has dashing good looks to go with it. These expectations can often lead you on a wild goose chase to find love like that in the real world. However, looking past all of this and meeting new people with an open mind, can help you find someone who truly loves you and is perfect for you, even if he doesn’t have expertly coiffed hair!
6. Let Go Of Your Baggage
Past relationships and childhood troubles can often create deep impressions that might be difficult to shake off. Confront your issues and try to eradicate them if you want a fresh start, free from resentment. Your ex cheating on you with his/her colleague shouldn’t make you want to constantly check your new partner’s phone. Leave your problems in the past and give new people the chance they deserve.
7. Don’t Be Afraid To Take The First Step
Along with electricity and improved plumbing, the 21st century also has redefined gender expectations. If you’re a woman, you no longer need to . coy and wait for the man to call first. Be honest, say you’re interested and leave the ball in his court.
8. Pull Yourself Back Up Again
Not every relationship is going to be beautiful and not every date is going to be magical. Even if you’ve had more than your share of bad dates, don’t be disheartened about the next one. When love gets you down, get back up again, dust yourself off and have faith that it will get better soon.
9. Set Relationship Goals For Yourself
If you believe that you want a serious relationship, don’t waste your time on flings. From the start, let your partner know where you want the relationship to go, so you are both on the same page. This doesn’t mean you should talk to every person you meet about your biological clock. Just be open about what you’re searching for and see if the other person also wants the same things.
10. Don’t Make A Relationship Your Ultimate Goal
It’s alright if you’re 35, unmarried with no kids. Focus on your career and know that happiness comes in many forms. Unless you find someone you truly love and want to spend each day with, don’t jump into a relationship just for the sake of it.
