April 28, 2025
by Jess Carter
I’m 22, and I’ve never had a boyfriend. It’s not for lack of trying — I’ve gone on dates, put myself out there, but lately, it feels like it’s just never going to happen.
It’s like a never-ending cycle of disappointment. The guys I meet, especially recently, always want to be friends with benefits but can’t even be bothered to act like real friends. They say they’re “not ready for a relationship” but still want me to be around, texting them, giving them attention. They can’t take no for an answer and either ghost me or stand me up, and it’s honestly so demoralizing.
At this point, I’ve started to question if I’ll ever find someone who actually wants something real. It’s exhausting talking to guys who seem to think of me as some kind of option to pass time rather than a person who deserves respect. And it’s hard not to feel like I’m doing something wrong, even though I know deep down I’m not.
I just don’t know anymore. Maybe this is it. Maybe I’m just meant to be single.
