I feel lost and defeated. I had a late start in my life because of issues with a development disorder. I'm 26 and have never had a boyfriend. Now I'm ready but it feels like its too late. I tried getting onto an online dating app and people just want to hook up. I want something meaningful but I'm feeling now that maybe I'll never have that, that I'll always be alone. It's hard for me to mentally open up to people. Sure I can tell someone all about my past no problem, but actually feeling comfortable with someone is hard for me. And when I do feel comfortable talking to someone on these apps, they turn around and then its all about them wanting to hook up. I'm not into that. I just want something meaningful, and the more I try and the more this happens, the more lonely I feel...
Please don’t lose hope……I too had a similar experience until I found that someone special. They are out there unfortunately you have to go through all the Trouble in finding them. Online dating was extremely tough for me and I thought I was the only one with an honest profile, pictures and expectations and that everyone else did too. Boy was I wrong it’s like looking for a needle in a haystack….but they are out there. Stay true to yourself and don’t let anyone deter you from what you’re looking for. You will learn to filter out the “hook ups” fast and get to those who truly are looking for something meaningful, just don’t give up. Focus on the positive that you are a great person that one day will make someone really happy, you will find him or he will find you. Enjoy the journey sometimes it can be bumpy but the destination is really worth it.
hey there, ummm, i was thinking to have a meaningful relationship but then thought no its a no, I’m certainly not doing it , but I need someone to talk to. yes I’m disordered tooo
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