I would love to generalize and say that this list is what everyone learns, but it would be the truth. I’m only providing 10 lessons for brevity.

Here’s what I learned:

1. Relationships must complete you as a person.
2. There is a such a thing as “the one,” and when you meet this person you will know absolutely.
3. Men and women do not want the same things. Men want sex. Women want commitment.
4. Once you meet the right person, you will live happily ever after.
5. Marriage is the end-all goal. Anything else is just plain crazy.
6. True love consumes you–every thought is about the other person.
7. Bad boys can be tamed.
8. If you’re not in love, you’re miserable.
9. Prince Charming will come.
10. Love conquers all.

Nothing on this list has made my life any easier.