20 Twenty-Somethings On The Best Love Advice They’ve Ever Received

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1. “You only have one chance at life. Don’t miss the opportunity for real love because you are afraid of what other people will think.” – Vanessa, 26

2. “I came across a quote online by the writer Courtney A. Walsh and it really put things into perspective for me. It says, “ Dear Human: You’ve got it all wrong. You didn’t come here to master unconditional love. That is where you came from and that is where you will return. You came here to learn personal love. Universal love. Messy love. Sweaty love. Crazy love. Broken love. Whole love. Infused with divinity. Lived through the grace of stumbling. Demonstrated through the beauty of messing up. Often. You didn’t come here to be perfect. You already are. You are here to be gloriously human. Flawed and fabulous. And then to rise again into remembering.” I read her words every day.” – Cayla, 24

3. “Don’t get discouraged because you haven’t met ‘the one’. These connections are rare because they’re supposed to be.” – Taylor, 28

4. “Never chase. It’s important to know your worth and if someone else can’t see it, then too bad. You can’t waste your time trying to be what they want. You have to be you.” – Allie, 24

5. “Do him or somebody else will.” – Alexa, 25

6. “In order to be open to the truest of love you have to put your guard down and show your vulnerable self. If you don’t show your true and vulnerable self, you won’t be available to the accept the love your soul needs.” – Jaclyn, 27

7. “Relationships invariably require compromise on both sides. It’s okay to compromise, but don’t lose sight of what makes you – you.” – Christian, 28

8. “Be bold. Be honest. Be vulnerable. Be authentic. It’s a risk, but if it works out, it is worth the reward. If not, keep your head up and keep living a life you love. With over 1 billion men (or women) between the ages of 25 and 54 in the world, it’s more than likely someone special will be attracted to your energy, your spark and your fearless sense of self love.” – Crista, 25

9. “Never overlook love just because it didn’t present itself to you wrapped in a shiny red bow. It is easier said than done, but when two people have an undeniable bond, you will know it, and it will always be worth fighting for.” – Alyssa, 24

10. “Remember that one way or another, a break always leads to a breakthrough. So trust your gut and where it takes you.” – Jess, 27

11. “How he treats his mother is a good indication of how he’ll treat you.” – Kacie, 26

12. “ In the end, what’s meant to be will always work itself out.” – Erin, 23

13. “The right person will give you enough space to be your whole self and love you for exactly who you are.” – Chelsie, 28

14. “My mom always used to say to me, “Would you rather be happy or be right?” When it comes to relationships and love, I couldn’t think of a question more true.” – Michele, 25

15. “It’s not about how much time you spend together but quality time. To keep things fresh, keep exploring together. It’s easy to get into a routine, get bored and check out. But relationships are work so you have to stay engaged if you want it to work.” – Morgan, 27

16. “Don’t underestimate the power of small gestures to show someone you love them. Simple things like hugs, small thoughtful gifts, or telling someone you love them spontaneously could brighten their day.” – Elizabeth, 29

17. “Learn to say you’re sorry, and never stop dating.” – Veronica, 29

18. “Love can be the scariest, most confusing, but the most amazing feeling. If you let yourself be completely open and honest with the one you love, that love will never fail.” – Deanna, 25

19. “Friendship is the start of true love romance. Your feelings are your friend, so don’t fight them. Fall deep, because that’s where you are meant to be. Friendship sparks the fire, and there’s nothing better than falling in love with your best friend.” – Erika, 25

20. “Relationships aren’t meant to be perfect. You will inevitably hit bumps in the road. That’s life. But if it’s meant to be, you will both find a way to work it out.” – Kaia, 25