Unpopular Opinion: Dating In High School Is Not A Complete Waste Of Time
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Unpopular Opinion: Dating In High School Is Not A Complete Waste Of Time

We don't have to wait until we're older.

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Unpopular Opinion: Dating In High School Is Not A Complete Waste Of Time
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It is safe to say that most of us want a significant other at some point in our lives. Though when in high school, you might hear a lot of criticism about how dating in high school is just a waste of time, especially from those who are "older and wiser."

I was always told when I was with my high school boyfriend that it wouldn't last forever. I never wanted to hear that, and it would have never changed my mind anyway.

While it may not have lasted, I still wouldn't change the past nor would I discourage others from seeking love at a young age either.

I learned so much from that relationship that helps me in the world of dating today. I know that I wouldn't have the maturity that I possess today without that experience.

If you never date just because someone says you shouldn’t waste your time, then you won't be able to figure out what you might want in a partner early on, and overall it can become hard to have good judgment when dating in the real world.

Not only can it help teach you what you want in a significant other, but it can show you how to be a good companion in future relationships.

Dating at a young age can also teach you how to deal with just the basic things like heartbreak, trust, or simply how to get past an argument. It can teach you real-life lessons without the consequences of an actual adult relationship.

Of course, dating shouldn’t be everything. You shouldn’t invest most or all of your time in finding a perfect boyfriend instead of working hard on things like grades, extracurricular activities, or whatever may benefit your plans for the future.

Most people will say to only focus on those things, but I’m here to tell you that even though it should be a major priority, it doesn't have to be the only one.

Just because someone is very young does not mean there isn't a perfect person out there for them. If it feels right, then take a chance on that person.

Ultimately, just because someone tells you it won't last just because of your age, doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t try. More importantly, you shouldn’t go into a relationship thinking it’s only temporary because you never know where true love lies.

Falling in love is fun and exciting, but only when it’s the right kind of person, and it takes time and experience to learn who the right kind of person for you is.

There is always a person who will have something negative to say about your life choices, even if you're just in high school.

Just know that if you are smart, responsible, and most importantly happy with how your life is, then what anyone else has to say is irrelevant.

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