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I Am A Fierce, Independent Woman And Even I Can Admit My Boyfriend Makes Me Better

I am a strong, independent woman who still needs her man.

Paige Ryan

Aug 20, 2019

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I Am A Fierce, Independent Woman And Even I Can Admit My Boyfriend Makes Me Better

Paige Ryan

I am a fiercely independent woman. I value my ability to take care of myself above many other things.

During my teen years, I decided that my life goal was not just going to be about getting married and having children. When my junior year English teacher told our class about the concept of a "Mrs. Degree", I was aghast that anyone would seriously devote their college experience to finding a husband. I went stag to my senior prom because I just couldn't be bothered.

The summer before college, I had a lot of different ideas about what my college experience, and life in general, was going to be like. That all changed when I started falling for one of my best friends.

Being in a long-term relationship has been a wild ride. And even though I'm a strong, independent person on my own, I can still admit that my boyfriend helps me be a better person. Here are a few ways he does so:

1. He encourages me to try new things.

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2. He inspires me to take better care of my body and overall health.

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3. He helps me come out of my shell and make new friends.

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4. He exposes me to new cultures and traditions.

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5. He keeps me grounded when I'm being too negative.

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6. He reminds me it's OK to stand up for myself.

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7. He gives me great advice when it comes to my career and navigating the workplace.

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8. His determination and passion for helping others inspires me to be a little more selfless.

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9. We have similar aspirations and work together to have the things we want out of life.

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10. He supports me in chasing my dreams and going after my goals.

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You can still be a strong person even if you have others helping you along the way. My boyfriend is part of my support system and he's helping me become a stronger person every day.

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I Am A Fierce, Independent Woman And Even I Can Admit My Boyfriend Makes Me Better

I am a strong, independent woman who still needs her man.

1. He encourages me to try new things.

2. He inspires me to take better care of my body and overall health.

3. He helps me come out of my shell and make new friends.

4. He exposes me to new cultures and traditions.

5. He keeps me grounded when I'm being too negative.

6. He reminds me it's OK to stand up for myself.

7. He gives me great advice when it comes to my career and navigating the workplace.

8. His determination and passion for helping others inspires me to be a little more selfless.

9. We have similar aspirations and work together to have the things we want out of life.

10. He supports me in chasing my dreams and going after my goals.

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

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Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

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