Am I alone because I’m at peace with myself or because I’m afraid?
Are my standards realistic or am I striving for perfection?
Am I protecting myself or avoiding vulnerability?
If there are wounds from the past, working on them can change everything. Therapy, reading, reflection, self-knowledge.
It’s not about lowering your standards.
It’s about opening yourself up intelligently.
Trust gradually.
Observe.
Set clear boundaries.
Allow for human imperfections.