Walking into a room, and feeling like the center of attention sounds so flattering and captivating. To feel like the bell of the ball, the prettiest, the sexiest, it all sounds so awesome. Let me ask you though, to always attract that same kind of attention, to always be looked at, to always have eyes on you; would you want that?
As I was outlining this article I realized where my trauma comes from.
As I move forward in life from a widow to a potential single person trying to move forward in life; I realize why I retreated. I have alienated myself from dating or interacting with men because of the lack of respect.
Since I had my first boyfriend until the loss of my husband I have not been by myself. I am certain that I was created to cohabitate. I am happier being with a person, I definitely know that. It has been six years since my person left this world. I have attempted to date; organically and online and I really hate it. The lack of morals and respect I have encountered has really discouraged me.
Being raised with parents happily married and who were the example of mutual love, honor, and respect they set the bar pretty high. I was also fortunate to have very good relationships. Although, I do have a high bar and am quick to form an opinion. When I form an opinion of value this disdain