By Princess Crystal of
For years, I chased the idea of “the one.” I looked in all the wrong places—seeking validation in fleeting romances, settling for crumbs of affection, and believing love would heal my brokenness. But every failed relationship only amplified the cracks in my heart, reminding me I wasn’t whole enough to share my life with someone else.
1. Discovering Wholeness First
It began the day I decided to stop searching for approval outside myself. I withdrew from toxic patterns, carved out moments of silence, and leaned into prayer. I journaled about my fears, read words of truth that reminded me of my worth, and surrounded myself with supportive friends who celebrated my progress instead of echoing my doubts. For the first time, I learned to say:
“I am enough—right here, right now.”
2. The Beauty of Slow Healing
Healing wasn’t a sprint; it was a series of gentle steps forward. Some days I took two steps back—old wounds flared up, insecurities whispered their familiar lies, and loneliness knocked on my door. But each time, I chose compassion over criticism. I forgave myself for mistakes, reclaimed my passions, and spoke affirmations that felt awkward at first but soon became lifelines. With every small victory, my heart grew steadier, more open to the possibility of love that wasn’t about filling a void, but about enhancing a joy I’d already found.
3. When Love Came Knocking
It was in the midst of this healing season that I met him. Not at a grand event or swiping right—it was a simple, ordinary moment: a shared laugh over coffee, a conversation about hopes and fears, a gentle encouragement when I doubted myself. He didn’t try to “fix” me. He celebrated my progress, held space for my scars, and inspired me to keep growing. His love was the kind I’d always read about but never believed I deserved.
4. Building a Future on Firm Ground
Together, we’ve learned that true partnership isn’t about escaping our pasts, but walking forward side by side—each bringing our stories, our strengths, and yes, our imperfections. We pray together, cheer each other on, and set boundaries that nurture both of us. Our relationship isn’t perfect, but it’s rooted in mutual respect and the shared commitment to keep healing, keep communicating, and keep loving deeper every day.
5. Your Invitation
If you find yourself still searching for love before you feel ready, pause. Turn inward. Begin your own healing journey—because the most lasting loves come when two whole hearts choose each other, rather than two halves trying to fill a gap.
Your soulmate isn’t just “out there”—sometimes, they find you in the most beautiful season of all: the season when you finally learn to love yourself.
Copyright 2025
Crystal Amon
Princess Crystal Says 
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