Guarded...

When do you let your guard down?  When we meet people, it is natural to not give all of yourself to them.  After all, you don't know if the person will be a hit or a miss.  After some time you can tell that someone might be worth letting your guard down for.  The worst feeling in the world is showing your vulnerable side to someone who couldn't appreciate it. 

The reason most people don't let their guards down is because of fear.  Fear of pain, dishonesty, deceit, infidelity, rejection, disloyalty... the list goes on.  These feelings stay with you until the person you're dating melts walls and makes it easier for you to trust them.  Ultimately, that's what it all boils down to, TRUST.  When you can see that the person is trustworthy, walls will melt. 

It is so important to take your time. Not everyone you meet should be someone you open up to.  Not everyone you meet deserves to know all of you.  Not everyone you meet is going to be the one for you. 

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