In the last few months I have opened myself up to a couple of people and I'm beginning to believe it was a mistake. I do not like being hurt and when I keep my feelings guarded I don't get hurt. On the other hand, if we don't open up to people, we very well could miss out on a very special connection with someone.
I believe my biggest mistake is jumping in with both feet. I tend to be very passionate in everything, happiness, anger, excitement, etc. But its impossible for me not to, it's who I am. I am also very compassionate and I don't feel like it is returned to me. I just need to stop thinking and stop caring. It probably won't matter in a year anyway, it's just hard to do.