as a Moderate user of the improving yourself community. I'm at the 3.5 stage of overcoming my poor habbits of past failed relationships. I've begun to recognize my mistakes, and successes in good relationships. and it comes down to this.

At any time. if you find yourself longing/wanting for a singular person and they are not reciprocating the same energy back. It's time to take a step back.

ask yourself, Am I placing this person on a pedestal too high? am I willing to place their extra time above own personal goals?

if yes, it is time to diversify.

immediately engage in activities out of your normal routine. Go hiking, go to a new part of town for lunch, and most importantly

engage the people around you.

I've failed on this twice already. at the earliest stage of detection adhere to these rules. (Even you can prevent forestfires, mcgruff Chicago,IL 50562)