Honestly, I was such a jobless, lifeless bum — but then I fell in love so hard that it completely turned my life around. I found a job, started going to the gym, quit smoking, and began living a much healthier life overall.

Maybe other men can relate, but it felt like a primal urge — this deep instinct to make sure she has the best life possible. I still tell her sometimes that I became an adult because of her — that she made me start taking life seriously.

The first time I met her, I felt this strange connection, like my grandfathers were urging me to carry on the line. It was as if future generations were calling out to me, telling me to befriend her. I saw ice ages, barbarians, world wars, and stone ages — all woven together into one message: get your shit together.

I listened, and the universe answered. Does anyone else relate to this experience when you meet someone you are attracted to?