If you've ever found yourself spiralling after missing red flags in dating (especially after all the therapy, solo healing and personal growth work you’ve done) this one's for you. Maybe you’re thinking, “How the fuck did I fall for that?” or “I should’ve known better.” 

I used to wonder if the kind of man I wanted to date even existed, or if I was just asking for too much. Whilst I very much believe my dream relationship exists, I’d never actually had my own proof that that was the case. But a recent Hinge match proved something powerful: it’s not about lowering your standards, it’s about holding them—and trusting that the right person will meet you there.