Romantic love isn’t for everyone.

Some of us tried it and found out that it didn’t match what’s in our hearts. Others are learning even in older ages what it could and should be, after years of adopting a rough system that feels love can be bought, rented, or stolen.

Love as a whole is an emotion that deserves to be treated with respect. Circumstances define it for us until we know when it should evolve for our newer, healthier comforts.

Those that are set in their beliefs will challenge it. It is expected when you wish to break any uncomfortable thoughts on a cultural and generational level.

How you approach romantic love will shake those that can’t see love any other way, and may dare you to reconsider your move.

But none of them know your heart better than you.

That’s true not just in romantic love. It’s true in your sexual and gender identity, as well as who you wish to give that side of your heart to.

Even when the world feels like it’s fashioned to be against your choices, you are not alone in this. It takes time and experience to see anyone either being a template or a primary source of who you want to spend life with.

If this is what your heart wishes the most, hold steady. Keep true to your own path outside of romance. They are either on the way, or they are closer than you think.

D.F.