Love shouldn't be exhausting. It shouldn't leave you feeling stressed out, less than, and unappreciated. Love is supposed to be free, natural, and almost a complete release from the monotony and routines of life. Real love won't leave you drained, it won't leave you depressed, lost, or distraught. Love is a healer, love is a friend, and love is a protector. Loving isn't easy, it's a challenge, but when it's good, it's a treasure. Real love won't break you, it will build you and it will bring out the best in you. - mama mayhem

"I'm On My Second Marriage, and My Happiness No Longer Depends on Anyone But Myself."

Sweetheart, it's ok to quit on a man who is not even trying. You deserve effort. - Poetic style

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No relationship is ever a waste of time. If it didn't bring you what you want, it taught you what you don't want.

How someone makes you feel emotionally and mentally is way more important than what they can do for me materialistically and physically. I will always choose love, affection, and emotional support over being showered with gifts. All I want dismay energy reciporated. - unknown