Oh, young love. It’s a beautiful thing, isn’t it? It’s shiny, new and full of attraction that can, at times, feel magnetic.
But, if you’re in a new relationship and feeling any of the aforementioned feelings, then this is a loving reminder to take your time with it. Go as fast or as slow as you want with things, but the key is to make sure that you’re comfortable with the speed at which things are moving. Don’t jump into anything that you aren’t ready for, and don’t be afraid to voice feelings of uncertainty to your significant other to let them know if you aren’t ready for something and want to move a little slower.
Love is beautiful, but it’s also full of hurdles, so take things slow. Don’t forget to appreciate the little moments that often lead into the bigger ones. Don’t forget why you’re falling for this person in the first place. Treasure the things that make your heart skip a beat—be it their sense of humor, the way they make you smile or the sparkle in their eye when they talk about something they’re passionate about.
Make the most of the moments that come with falling in love with someone. When you’re ready for more, you’ll know. Going into a new relationship, you might have already known how you wanted it progress, and that’s OK. Just make sure that your partner understands that as well.
My point is that you should never feel like certain aspects of a stereotypical relationship need to dominate yours. You set your own pace, and you set the tone for your own newfound sense of love. Take your time with things, if you want, and be confident in yourself, before you jump into anything with anyone else. This may sound like stuff you’ve heard a million times before, but I think it’s something that is in need of constant reiteration.
Love is a wild, magical and wonderful thing, and it should be treated as such. If you’re lucky enough to find it, then you should treasure it, and part of treasuring love requires taking your time with it. If you’re in a new relationship, falling in love with someone that you’re growing closer and closer to, then don’t jump into anything for which you aren’t ready. Take your time, make the moments last and create a relationship that moves at your own pace.