The OneSample

Dating can be the worst. Maybe we feel pressure to be in a relationship--pressure from our friends and everyone around us who all seem to be dating. When we feel this pressure, we will often stick with a partner who may not be right for us or pursue people who might not be a healthy partner. It might feel uncomfortable, unfamiliar, or scary to think about what it might be like without a relationship. It might feel weird or lonely not pursuing anyone at all.

No matter what our friends might say, being single is not the end of the world, and even a healthy relationship doesn’t have to be your whole world! It can be terrifying to step out of a relationship that does not help you grow or not spend all of your energy pursuing relationships.

But, bringing a new perspective into dating can allow you to grow and enjoy the rest of your life more. And, the good news is you don’t have to do it alone. Jesus is with you and can give you the strength to change your perspective. 

Are you dating in a way that allows you to grow? If not, what is one way you can pick a healthier perspective?

Written by Chapman, age 21, From Marietta, GA, USA