Kelsey, 26
3.Dont come up with excuses for people who treat you poorly.
Darren, 32
4.Be upfront about what you want and dont apologize for it.
Alysa, 24
5.When youre with someone new, focus on justbeingwith them.
Ben White
Then youll be able to know if youre really into them.
Karla, 31
6.Remember that being shy and a little more reserved doesnt make you boring.
You are just as fascinating and interesting and deserving of love as everyone else.
It just takes you a little longer to open up.
If youre freaking out or feeling lost or overwhelmed by a relationship, dont bottle it up.
Open up, take a stab at let them in, take the risk.
Ben White
A lot of times youll end up getting hurt, but sometimes it really, really pays off.
And with either outcome, you never have to wonder what could have happened.
Barry, 34
9.Remember that youre lovable.
Stop letting your negative thoughts make a run at convince you otherwise.
Annie, 30
10.Remind yourself what youre looking for when youre dating.
Jack, 25
12.Dont be afraid of change.
The right person issupposedto change your life a little bit.
