me: I mean, I love living in New York, I still do all these years later. But I mean, there isn’t a week that goes by that I don’t have the itch to move away. I feel like I’m missing out on trying something new and being elsewhere by being in one place the entire time.

friend: I think you’d miss it if you left

me: I know I would, and maybe I need to miss it to appreciate it again

friend: Fair enough

me: I think I’m just constantly restless, always looking for something new

friend: Oh.

me: what

friend: You’re not good boyfriend material then, definitely not.

me: Well I don’t think that’s entirely fair.

friend: I mean, hear me out. How long was your longest relationship?

me: well… 3 months.

friend: Not that it’s a bad thing, but how come you’ve never been with someone for longer than that?

me: I guess I’ve only once really been into anyone. Every other time, I give people a chance, then don’t feel a complete spark and figure it’s not worth it.

friend: But it’s not always about that. Relationships will always require some work. Nothing is every going to be dreamy and just magically work out, and I mean, if you’re always restless and wanting something new, you’re never going to get to that point with anyone before you discard of them.

me: well…

friend: You’re going to have to get beyond that restlessness to ever have a chance at having a relationship that lasts longer than 3 months.

me: hmm…I guess

friend: …and I mean, you’re smart, so I think you’ll be able to, but it’s going to be a constant struggle for you, and it may a long time until you get there.