"نود و نه درصد از عاشقان جهان با اولین انتخاب خود نیستند"

The core idea here is pretty straightforward: most people don’t end up with their first love. You know, that person you first had a crush on or thought you’d be with forever? Yeah, chances are they’re not the one you’re with now. And that’s okay. It’s about how life takes us on unexpected journeys, and love is no exception.

Imagine yourself in high school, where everything feels like it's going to last forever. You probably remember that first crush—the butterflies in your stomach, the nervousness, the thrill of seeing them in the hallway. For many, that first love seems like the end-all, be-all. But life has its twists and turns. Maybe you went to different colleges. Maybe you realized you wanted different things out of life. Or maybe it just fizzled out. The point is, it’s rare for that first love to be the one that lasts a lifetime.

Take the story of my friend Sarah. She was head-over-heels for this guy named Mike during high school. They were inseparable, always talking about their future together. But then college happened. Sarah went to a university on the East Coast, Mike stayed in their hometown. They tried to make it work, but distance and new experiences got in the way. Fast-forward a few years, and Sarah met someone else—someone who shared her passions and dreams. They clicked in ways that she and Mike never did. Now, she’s happily married with kids, and Mike? They lost touch, but last she heard, he’s doing well too.

So how do you apply this bit of wisdom in your own life? First, don’t stress if your early relationships don’t last. They’re not failures—they’re stepping stones. They teach you about what you need and want in a partner. They show you what works for you and what doesn’t. The person you’re with now (or will be with) is a result of all those experiences, shaping your understanding of love and compatibility.

Now, picture this: You’re at a coffee shop, chatting with a friend who’s just gone through a breakup. They’re devastated, thinking they’ve lost "the one." You tell them about Sarah and Mike. You remind them that love isn’t about finding the perfect person right away. It’s about growing and learning. You might even say, “Hey, think of it this way—every person you date brings you one step closer to the one you’re truly meant to be with.” It’s like finding the perfect pair of jeans. Sometimes you’ve got to try on a few before you find the ones that fit just right.

In the end, this quote is a comforting reminder. Don’t worry if your first love isn’t your forever love. Most of the world is in the same boat. It’s part of what makes life—and love—so beautifully unpredictable. So embrace the journey, learn from it, and know that your heart has an incredible capacity to find love again and again.