in friendships, or children moving away and building lives of their own.
When someone new enters your life and suddenly gives you attention, affection, and companionship, it can be easy to interpret that feeling of comfort as love.
But sometimes what feels like love may actually be relief from loneliness.
A healthy relationship should add something meaningful to your life rather than become your only source of emotional support. Maintaining friendships, hobbies, routines, and personal interests can help you keep a healthy sense of independence.
When your entire emotional world becomes centered around one person, you may become more vulnerable to unhealthy dependence or manipulation.
2. The Fear That This Might Be Your Last Chance
Dating in your 60s or beyond can sometimes create a powerful fear: What if I never find someone else?
This fear can make a person feel pressured to hold on to a relationship even when
