However, I've developed enough self-love to put myself out there. I am no expert, and I have by no means "figured it all out," so you don't have to be receptive to all of my advice.
They help me remember that it's OK to be a romantic person, but it's not OK to sacrifice boundaries. They allow me to dive into dating while simultaneously protecting my heart as best as I can. The beliefs I've come to accept here are, in a way, cautionary for me. But as corny as it sounds, I am looking for love. Even so, I hope most people may be able to relate to one or two of the five theories I've subscribed to.įull disclosure, and a bit of a spoiler alert: I don't think I have found The One, and I'm not sure that's what I'm searching for at this point in my life. So while I can't speak for everyone, I can share my encounters, which have informed my general outlook on dating in my 30s. I'm a white, straight, cisgender woman seeking monogamy. When it comes to dating - or, really, life - everyone has a unique experience.