It’s sad to look around and see the
many men and women who are in relationships with people who aren’t
fully committed, but continue to keep the relationship going for no
reason. And while it frustrates me to see people getting “played,” I’d
like to think that all of us have been at fault for this at least one
time or another. I know I have.
Dating is one of those topics that
everyone loves to read articles on, so I hope this one brings to light
something most people don’t like to talk about. It’s called “dating just
to date.”
You know, the people who aren’t looking
for anything serious, but continue getting themselves into relationships
they know aren’t going to last. It’s not fair to the other person. It’s
not fair to your own emotions.
When you date someone only for the sake
of dating, you’re going to end up hurting that person and confusing your
own heart. Not only will this bring momentary pain, but it can also
stir up future dating and marriage problems down the road. Don’t set
yourself up for failure. You need to understand that being single is not
a disease, and that it’s okay to wait until you’re actually ready for
commitment.
If you’re single:
- Stop dating just to date.
- Stop dating if you’re not ready for commitment.
- Stop dating if you’re not mature enough to be honest.
I understand that there are a plethora
of things pressuring our culture to be in relationships, but you need to
understand that it’s not worth the emotional damage to date someone
just for the sake of dating.
Show the person you respect them enough
to say “no” if you don’t think things will actually succeed. Don’t drag
them along just because you like having someone to text and talk to when
you get bored.
Stop dating just to date, and start
treating people with the respect and honor they deserve. 51% of
marriages now end in divorce! What better of a way to help change this
percentage than by first changing the way we are dating.
- Jarrid Wilson
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