If you have anxiety, depression, or if you are suicidal, you need to know that being in a relationship will not save you from yourself. Worse, you will just hurt your partner emotionally. Love yourself first before looking for someone to love you. You do not want to hurt your partner. You might have the best, most understanding, and most patient partner, but if you are broken, you will just ruin your relationship. That becomes a hurtful experience for both of you. You do not want to miss a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity because of your own doubts and lack of self-confidence. A lack of self-esteem will turn into jealousy. Late replies will turn into arguments. No one can endure a stressful environment for long.

Do not wait for a knight in shining armor or Prince Charming. Most likely, you will just tarnish his shield and turn his sword against yourself.