I have always found myself in relationships starting at a young age. The first time I had a boyfriend was actually in third grade. And I know what you are thinking, a third grade boyfriend doesn’t count, or it wasn’t a real relationship. Actually, it was a real relationship where we went on dates, held hands, and shared hugs. I actually am still in contact with this guy to this day, which I think is pretty special.

Anyways, I have never really found a time in my life where I was truly single. I went from one relationship to the next pretty quickly throughout the end of middle school, all through high school, and now the beginning of college. There were maybe a month to three months in between relationships, but there was never a huge gap of time. And you know what? It is OK to go from relationship to relationship, just as it is OK to never be in a relationship and remain single. Everyone is different and desire different things in their lives. Some people go through phases where they want to just focus on themselves and not have to worry about a relationship. Others constantly crave that connection with another human being and find themselves in relationships. Both decisions are personal preference and your decision is fine either way.

If you are the girl who goes from relationship to relationship, just know you are not alone. There are so many other women out there who never have had ‘the single life’ and they are OK with it. You should be OK with it too. People may judge you because of this decision but what I have learned is people are going to judge you no matter what you do in life. You need to enjoy yourself and live your life how you want to live it. I have learned that I do not regret my decision on going from relationship to relationship throughout my life. I have enjoyed all of my relationships. Well, some more than others. They have all taught me valuable lessons about life, people, and also myself. Without these decisions, mistakes, and memories, I wouldn’t be the person that I am today.