Another reason someone may be afraid to fall in love? They’re just not over their ex yet. Though the reasons for the relationship ending may vary – they couldn’t handle long distance, their families and friends disapproved, or in the worst case scenario, their partner tragically passed away – it doesn’t change the fact that they might not be over their ex.
7. They’ve seen too many relationships around them fail.
Maybe it’s their best friends who broke up after being together for 5 years, or their parents who divorced after 20 years, but having seen too many relationships not work out may be another reason.