Not everyone on this journey needs a partner. But if you’re looking for one — a spouse, a workout buddy, or someone who just gets it — here’s something worth remembering: the right relationship doesn’t drain you. It fuels you.

The best partnerships start with friendship first. Being comfortable enough to be fully yourself, flaws and all, is what makes a connection last.

Patience matters too. Learning to love someone’s flaws — and let them love yours — is what turns a connection into something real.

Check in on each other. Celebrate the small wins. Show up, even on the hard days. And don’t be afraid to enjoy it — some of the best moments come from not taking things too seriously.

That’s what Connections is for: finding the person, or people, who make your journey feel less like something you’re doing alone.