The Modern Break-Up

by Daniel Chidiac

She’s the epitome of the women’s revolution: climbing the ranks when all the odds were against her.

“But regardless, when you’re trying to get ahead in life, people will still judge. We all do it to some extent; it’s human nature. You can’t please everybody; you just gotta be yourself.”

We’re part of a generation that can have anything at the click of a button— clothes, movies, information, and we expect that from love. We’re impatient when it comes to getting to know someone. We want to know pretty much right away whether we could be with them.

People can say what they want, but I know it was real because I felt it. And what would life be if every time I felt something with someone, I denied it?

people will treat you the way you allow them to treat you.

“How many in-depth conversations did you have with him? How many times was he there for you? How often did he contribute to the relationship when you guys were having an argument? How well did he communicate? Did he fight for you? Did he compromise or understand where you were coming from when you were upset?

I understand that the lack of respect someone has for others is a reflection of the respect they have for themselves. Also,

If I have a partner in my life, it’s because I want them, not because I feel like I need them to live. I think that’s more special. To know you’re with someone by your free, thoughtful choice rather than driven by your insecurities.

now understand that, when someone rejects me, it’s not always a reflection of me. Timing is a big factor when meeting someone. I always say timing and circumstance are underrated.

realize now that I wasn’t looking for love; I was anxiously looking to be loved.

The great thing about experience is that it teaches you what you really want.