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Still, I can hear some of you saying, but looks fade, looks go away.
Why should we be so concerned with attraction and looks? Again, looks
are only physical, while attraction refers to the interest and the like of the
entire package, not just the parts.
Older couples are perfect examples.
Even though their looks may have faded as society sees, when they see
each other they still recognize the subtleties and nuances that made them
beautiful to each other. That’s what fueled the attraction to their partner.
Know that there’s a difference between aging, letting yourself go, and not
having the desire or attraction to someone from the beginning.
Saying looks fade is not an excuse to overlook it.
Money comes and goes, are you going around looking for a broke man
right now? Health fades, are you going to the ER to find a date? No!
You’re not doing any of that, so don’t give me this “looks fade” stuff. The
issue is still impactful to your situation. It doesn’t go away or allow itself
to be overlooked with the belief you’ll still be able to have this happy,
glorious, wonderful relationship, regardless of its absence. You can’t be in
denial about that. You can’t run away from that truth. You have to be
honest with yourself about what you can handle and not try to ignore it
simply to appease other people wanting you in a relationship. Or because
you feel your clock is ticking, you rush and get with a man who’s mediocre
or “safe” because you don’t believe you have time to wait for the “right”
guy.
Or …
You don’t trust being with someone you’re overly attracted to, or the
guy you consider “too good looking.” I can’t tell you how many women I
come across who fear being with a really good looking guy.
For just as many women who love being with a man other women
desire, there’s just as many who fear it. It’s clear there is a deeper issue
that needs to be addressed and not simply think the solution is, “let me get
with a guy who just doesn’t look that good.”
It’s OK if the guy doesn’t fit the profile you would’ve desired if you
made your own list; however, if you are not genuinely attracted to him,
you should not move forward, and know this is not who God sent you. He
wants your relationship to glorify Him. How does this happen if there’s a
lack of affection, respect, effort, and desire?
This doesn’t reflect well upon God.