I'm only 23. Had one relationship, most of which was through the first lockdown (was 21 then). Broke up with them as they were smothering me, never listened to me, disregarded boundaries, manipulation, guilt tripping, mamas boy etc.
I've tried the dating apps and it just feels emotionally exhausting and I find myself deactivating my account the next day or two. Constantly swiping left on people bc their profiles are blank, I don't see any common interests or I don't find them physically attractive.
The longer I'm single the more and more I enjoy my own company and, although I'd like a relationship in the future, I worry that I'll become "stuck in my ways". I'm also scared that I'll end up in a relationship like my previous one. Doesn't matter how slow you take things, some people are very good at hiding their true selves.
Thoughts?