Young love is powerful and unlike any other. For every young person in love, you know what I’m talking about. At a time when you are trying to figure out your future, you are also making sacrifices and putting someone else’s feelings before your own.

Becoming an adult is hard enough as it is, and it's even harder when you are always focusing on someone else. If you are with someone who treats you right, then enjoy every moment. There will be hard times, but being young and in love is a gift. It is special when you have someone there to comfort you. It does not matter if you are nervous about the future or stressed out over homework; that person is always there.

However, for those of you unsure about your relationships, here is my advice:

1. Remember that you are young and have your whole life to be in love. I know firsthand; I left a bad relationship and found something much better.

2. It is okay to leave. It is hard to see beyond tomorrow sometimes, but things will get better. You just have to let them.

3. If you are with someone who does not treat you right, it is time to realize your value. Imagine a close friend of yours and ask yourself if you would want them to be treated the same way. If the answer is no, then it’s time to think about a change.

Sometimes we fall in love with people who aren’t necessary right for us. This happens often, especially when we are young. Remind yourself that love is about enjoyment and happiness, not about constant tears and heartache. As someone who has been in good and bad relationships, I understand how both can be. I know how hard leaving is, but the longer you stay the harder it becomes. If you stay with someone who does not treat you right, you are missing your chance to be with someone who will respect you.

The power of love is overwhelming, but do not forget what relationships are about. They are about being with one person. They are about being with someone who values you. Be with someone who lifts you up when you are down and tells you how amazing you are. Love is about sacrifice. If you are sacrificing and not getting anything in return, then I am here to tell you that you deserve better. It is time to enjoy your youth and be excited about the future. If you leave heartache behind, it will eventually be replaced with love. After all, we only get this one chance to live, so spend it with people who know your worth.