Oh the dreaded s word….settling. We’re all so afraid to “settle” yet how do we know when we are being so picky that no one can meet our standards vs being smart to hold out for the right person? On this week’s installment of brunch talk we’re dissecting it all: the core differences of being selective vs picky, the settling paradox, and the only 7 things to look for in a partner.
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