I know it’s wrong to say that feelings you may have for your significant other are kind of measured by time, because nowadays, everyone seems to fall in love quicker. Maybe it’s because of the high maturity levels of teenagers, but that’s besides my point. All I’m saying is that it takes a lot for love to actually blossom. I’m not gonna be a hypocrite and say it’s immature to say “I love you”  super early in relationships because I’ve been there. I’ve thrown those words around like I actually knew what they meant or how they felt. The only reason I did though, was because I thought those feelings were real, I never really knew for sure. Every relationship I’ve been in where I said those words, are nothing compared to when I say them now. That was because at the time, those feelings were for the moment. It honestly disappoints me, seeing much older kids move 10x faster with relationships and flaunt them around like it’ll never go away. Making promises they’d never keep, especially after being in that relationship for only a month. Don’t get me wrong, there will always be exceptions. All I’m saying is that you guys should really think about what you say before you say it, and say it when the time is right. Don’t go into 2 weeks of that relationship saying that person will be your last boyfriend/girlfriend. Wait until you know for a fact that they’re gonna stay. That you can trust them enough to guard your heart and make yourself vulnerable to the potential heartbreak. Believe me, doing that makes life so much easier. Breakups wouldn’t hurt as much if you moved slowly but surely. As cliche as it is, it really is what ends up winning the race. Another thing to keep in mind? Actions very well do speak louder and words, and the way significant others act towards each other will always determine the right time to say anything. It only makes sense. 

Don’t always let your heart speak. Your mind is what is gonna keep you from getting hurt. Always keep a guard up until that special someone manages to tear it down. Otherwise, you’re just setting yourself up. Be smart and take your time.