LILI wrote:
I am not saying that meaningful relationships should not occur in college, its just that a girl straight out of high school may need to live a bit in order to know herself, experience life and define what she needs (same applies to guys). some acquire that maturity quite fast and may be ready for a meaningful relationship faster. I just find that 18 or 19 is a bit young.
when i say partying, its true that its an easy way to qualify 'experiencing things'. it could also be by traveling, getting involved in special projects, sports, etc.....
i am not the type to get drunk at uni parties or clubs either. alcohol gives me nasty side effects, and i don't like crowds of drunk people acting stupid and groping me on a dance floor....
Okay, that makes more sense. I am not one to go for shallow relationships or FWB-type things, and I interpreted your statement as one that I should remain single until I graduated.. While there is merit in focusing on studies while in college, the fact that I haven't had anything meaningful since the start of college is starting to weigh heavily on me, possibly having more of an effect than merely being in a relationship would produce...