Timing is everything…or is it?

Sure, that may be because you weren’t a match for the long-term.

It’s heteronormative, pretty sexist, and steeped strongly inmisogyny.

Couple going on a date with their hands separated.

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Turner tells us, “theres plenty of pressure on both men and women to settle down.”

Maintain confidence in your journey and expectations for your relationship."

The taxi cab theory doesn’t have the ability to make for a successful relationship.

Afton suggests we don’t take this idea too seriously.

Additionally, she says that “some may feel this theory oversimplifies relationship dynamics.

“Women also commit based on timing,” says Nelson.

“I call it the musical chairs theory.

Turner recommends taking time for personal reflection.

“Explore dating each other again.

Build new experiences, write down long and short term goals together.

Take intentional steps and time to bond and rebuild your foundation,” she says.

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