Quote Originally Posted by Hamish&Andy View Post
I appreciate everyone's advice, and J-dogg, I hear you.

Half of you guys support my decision, and the other half are saying it's a big mistake. You can understand why I'm pretty confused at the moment.

The thing is, I'm not looking for another girl to jump into a relationship with in the next few years. I simply don't think a serious relationship (whether or not we are both in love) is necessary for someone my age...

At my age, I should be focusing wholly on my studies, in order to build a greater foundation for my professional/career life.

I do believe that if something is meant to be, then it shall be. We will continue to stay good friends, and see each other and hang out every now and then, because I DO see us being together in the future, at a more appropriate time.

Would you see this reasoning as mature and wise, or still a big mistake?

I am lucky to have been brought up in a successful family, with good connections, and high moral value. I look at all successful people around me, and they all made sacrifices to be where they are today. I want to take full advantage of the education I am fortunate enough to have earned (and bestowed with), and excel in my field of study, both academically and professionally. Being in a serious relationship (IMO) will only hinder my success.
i fully understand your decision. But to put success in a career and academic life, over a relationship, is very shallow and materialistic. You should of based your decision on experienceing the variety of life, and at such a young age. and not by the affection of someone toward you as a hinderence to a so called 'successful life'. i guess my idea of success differs from most.