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In 2023, Stop Being Impressed By The Bare Minimum

In 2023, stop falling in love with ideas. Stop investing in potential. Stop relying on the hope that “one day” they’ll become the person you need. Stop pretending they are someone they have shown time and time again they are most definitely not. Stop believing that a relationship can survive on what-ifs and maybes.

In 2023, stop being flattered by half-assed effort. Stop acting like inconsistency isn’t a turn-off. Stop telling yourself that having a little bit of someone’s heart is better than having no one at all.

In 2023, stop making excuses for people who never asked you to do so in the first place. Stop accepting insincere apologies after being disrespected. Stop listening to fake promises that they’ll “do better next time.” Stop lowering your standards for those who will never be able to meet you at your level.

In 2023, stop being impressed by the bare minimum. Stop giving second chances when you’ve already given three. Stop tolerating getting next to nothing from someone you’d give everything and more to. Stop settling for less than you deserve.

In 2023, find someone who truly shows they care about you. Find somesone who goes above and beyond to make you feel cherished. Find someone who is a partner, not a project. Find someone who is worthy of your time, your heart, and your love.