For survivors, waiting often became a way of life. You may have spent years waiting for an abuser to change, waiting for apologies that never came, waiting for the day things “got better.” That pattern can linger even when the relationship ends. You find yourself falling back into limbo—waiting for someone new to decide what they want, waiting for their intentions to match yours, waiting for love to feel safe and real.

But here’s the truth: the real question isn’t “What do their actions mean?” It’s “Do their intentions actually align with mine?”

If you’re seeking stability, trust, and a relationship where you feel cherished, then you must be fiercely protective of your time and your heart. Every month spent in limbo with someone whose goals don’t match yours is a month stolen from your future. It’s a month you could be moving toward someone who shares your values, your vision, and your desire for lasting love.

This isn’t about impatience—it’s about dignity. Survivors already gave away years to someone who thrived on keeping them uncertain. Choosing not to wait anymore is a radical act of self-respect. It’s saying: My life is too valuable, and I will no longer live in the shadows of someone else’s indecision.

Reclaiming your time is reclaiming your power. When you stop investing in people who can’t or won’t give you what you need, you create space for something different—for someone who sees you clearly, loves you fully, and meets you in the middle.

So ask yourself gently but firmly: Do our intentions align? If the answer is no, then walking away isn’t loss—it’s liberation. It’s stepping back into your own life and refusing to waste another day in a place that leaves you waiting.

Because you’ve already done enough waiting. Now, it’s your time.