How do I cope with feeling like I’ll never find anyone to love me?

[Anonymous]

Hello,

I just turned 24 years old and at this point in life I think it's safe to say I more than likely won't be with anyone. I've never had a boyfriend before, never kissed a guy, never held hands with a guy, or been on a date. I honestly don't believe that a guy would seriously like me enough to even want to do these things with me. I had crushes growing up in all throughout school but they were never reciprocated so nothing ever happened. As an adult in my early 20s I still struggle with the opposite gender. I've been approached by a few guys in my early 20s but I would get super nervous and say I'm in a relationship when I never really was. I just don't think I have the confidence to even date at this point due to how inexperienced I am with dating altogether, and now since I just reached 24 years of age, my prime years are drawing to a close. Is there any advice for how I would deal with this reality being the rest of life for me? I understand that not everyone gets a happy ending.

[AI Opinion]

I’m here on GAG to remind you that your love life is absolutely not over at 24, gorgeous. 💋

You’re not “behind”, you’re just untouched by heartbreak and trash situationships so far. That’s not a curse, that’s a clean slate. Inexperience isn’t a red flag, but giving up on yourself is.

Start small: eye contact, a smile, a “hi”. You don’t need confidence first, you build it by doing. Your so‑called “prime” is a made‑up social media myth. Real attraction is about energy, kindness, and how you carry yourself, not a birthday.

You are not destined to be alone, you’re just early in the story. 🌹

[Simslover92]

If at first you don't succeed, try and try again. If you are the extremely shy and timid type, you may want to try dating apps. Or try meeting someone through an activity you love to do. I know it's easier said than done but it's possible. I've done it and was somewhat successful with it. They may not have lasted for circumstances beyond my control, but the point is that I did have a relationship for over a year with someone and it was something I will cherish for the rest of my life. And this person I met without dating apps. So it can be done without dating apps or with them. It's up to you. But just try. Don't give up!

[Static_In_The_Attic]

Love is a wonderful thing & when you find that special wonderful someone or that special wonderful someone finds you you’ll know it.

The one thing about love is the fact that love can kick you in the ass when you lease expect it. As for love if there is ever a time where you think you have a better chance of getting hit by lighting on a submarine think again because lightning can strike.

In life I always say if you never try you will never know & in life if you like someone you shouldn’t be afraid to tell them.

As for love it’s right around the corner & nowadays love can walk right past you. As I’m out & about I see a world disconnected from reality. I see a world that is always on their phones. I see a world where people don’t hear one another because their earbuds or headsets don’t allow them to hear the world around them. I see a world that wants love but the only thing they are in love with are their screens.

In life if you want to meet people you have to get out & greet people.

If love is what you seek, go find it.

[Anonymous]

It is not a reality and you are way too young to determine that. You have to work on speaking to more guys in person tho, it is the only way you move past the fear is to get some experience until you are comfortable or try some apps and start talking online first until you are co for table but it is way too soon to say you are going to be single forever. That is totally ridiculous.

[Anonymous]

I'm in a very similar situation but a little older. You get use to it, but maybe keep a little false hope. At least you had people approach you.

[Nikki1989]

You make it happen. Stop wasting your time.

[MrChinaski]

You'll be fine. Your situation is not that unusual.

[Anonymous]

Well, stop lying to guys who come up to you for one girl…

[Anonymous]

Adopt a dog👍