“Love yourself first.”.
“Move on and try again.”
“You have to put yourself out there.”
These tips oversimplify what’s really happening. They act like the problem is your confidence, your effort, or your readiness. But if you’re honest, you’ve already tried. Many times.
People rush. Conversations stay shallow. Everyone is distracted, burned out, guarded, or performing.
So you end up in the wrong rooms, with the wrong people, repeating the same emotional loops… not because you’re doing something wrong, but because the environment works against depth.
In a world that isn’t built for genuine connection, showing up with authenticity, courage, and presence can feel like a losing battle. Unless you know how to navigate differently.