The Importance of Being Independent in Relationships

If someone is not independent or can't form their own thoughts, then they're going to be very easily swayed by the family or the group's opinion. Someone who doesn't make you feel guilty for having boundaries is fantastic. If this person cannot give you undivided attention on the first date, I'm talking about being distracted on the phone when you're trying to tell them something. That kind of shit is absolutely important. It is a non-negotiable rule. You are either decent or you're not so it's done. Now, if we're talking in a longterm relationship, it's a little bit different because you have to be on high alert learning about someone.