12/01/2025
Nowadays, it seems increasingly difficult to find genuine love or to attract someone who truly wants to enter our lives when we have nothing to offer materially. However, remember this: if you have someone who loves you despite your circumstances, someone who chooses to stay by your side and takes care of you even when you have nothing, you are incredibly fortunate. That person truly loves you with honesty and without doubts.
In today’s world, people often choose their partners based on what they can gain whether it’s beauty, money, fame, or status. This has become a common culture, especially in parts of Asia, where many prioritize material benefits when selecting a partner. Of course, some may disagree with this perspective, and that’s perfectly fine. Everyone is entitled to their own opinions. I’m simply sharing advice and observations I’ve gathered over the years.
If you are lucky enough to have someone who genuinely loves you and doesn’t abandon you despite your lack of material possessions, cherish them. Love them back because their feelings are honest and pure. However, it’s also important to take a step back and reflect on why they want to be with you. Is it because of genuine love, or could there be ulterior motives? Sometimes, what seems like love might be a trap to take advantage of you. Be mindful, and trust your instincts. If you discover that their love is truly sincere, hold on to them. But if you sense they are with you for their own benefit, make a decision based on what feels right for you.
In my experience, most people form relationships based on mutual benefits. It has become normal in our society for love to be intertwined with what each partner can offer the other. For example, if a woman is wealthy and owns a fancy car, why would she choose a man who is poor? She would likely seek someone whose status and lifestyle match her own. Similarly, men often choose their partners based on what aligns with their preferences and ambitions. This doesn’t mean I’m looking down on those who have less it’s simply a reflection of reality in society.
If you’ve faced heartbreak because you lacked the “benefits” your exes were looking for, don’t let it weigh you down. Accept this reality, but don’t take it too seriously. There is always someone out there for everyone. Sometimes, you may need to look beyond your own standards. Perhaps someone who seems “less qualified” or “lower” in social standing than you might actually be the perfect match. If you’re unlucky enough not to find someone who loves you while you have nothing, then focus on being the person someone else would be lucky to have. Don’t just wait for luck to come—create your own luck with the right person.
And if, like me, you haven’t found that special someone yet, don’t despair. Love yourself first and foremost. Maybe some of us are simply meant to stay single for life and that’s okay too. Laugh about it, embrace it, and keep moving forward.
-SotPhanit_writer