We’re all searching for love and companionship in some form or another.

Some of us may want to skip the tedious dating scene altogether and go straight to the honeymoon phase.

Dating can feel like a lot of pressure.

woman stands in front of couple

When will I find the person who is right for me?

But, you have to take off those rose-tinted glasses and let the nostalgia go at some point.

This is especially true if you are looking for a new partner altogether.

Couple on a date

Taking lessons from your past relationship and constantly comparing people to your ex are two very different things.

You just have to ensure you don’t go too far.

This can be especially complicated if your ex is still in your life.

Woman looking at boyfriend

You don’t have to burn every memory of your ex to find your person.

But be sure to practice living in the present rather than conjuring up comparisons from the past.

Doing so will make your date know that you’re more focused on them and not your ex.