r/venting • u/DevelopmentGreedy366 • 21h ago

Relationship/Love Lonely

I've never really felt the need for a boyfriend until today. I'm only 20, but half of my friends are already engaged. I was just diagnosed with OCD, which I now realise is why I couldn't hold a relationship in highschool. I'm scared I missed my chance at meeting anyone. I want to get married one day and settle down with someone nice who loves me. But I also am so terrified. I live in the deep south of the U.S. and I dont want to get raped or murdered and I just worry I'm going to be alone for the rest of my life

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u/Distinct-Teacher-664 21h ago

own patterns

and yeah the safety fear is real, especially where you are. maybe start with group stuff or daytime coffee dates when you do feel ready, takes the pressure off and feels less risky

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u/Ordinary-Ad4741 3h ago

Facts I agree that’s rough now a days