Freeing Love: Why Healthy Relationships Rely on Individual Freedom

Love thrives when people are free to be themselves.

Kateria Wynn
6 min readSep 10, 2024
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Ah, love in the modern age — where the male species seems to be dwindling in quality faster than a dollar store knock-off.

Let’s be real, ladies: the pickings are slim, and not in that “he’s so fit” kind of way.

Society has twisted the narrative, spoon-feeding us the idea that we’re the problem. We don’t “know how to pick them,” they say.

But let’s flip that script, shall we? Because I’m not buying into that bull, and neither should you.

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Here’s the thing: they’ve sold us a lie, a big, shiny, carefully packaged lie that’s as empty as the promises of a bad Tinder date.

They’ve convinced us to focus our entire mind, body, and soul on catching a man’s attention, making him the prize of our lives.

Meanwhile, they’ve slipped into our subconscious minds, planting the idea that we should be grateful — hell, downright ecstatic — to be chosen.

And God forbid you’re single!

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The whispers start: “Oh, those women? They’re going to snatch your man right out from under you. Better hold him tighter, kiss him longer, and — let’s be honest — perform whatever sexual gymnastics necessary to keep him happy.”

But here’s the kicker, and brace yourself because it might sting: they’ve got their own narrative running in the background, one that’s not about pleasing you.

Oh no, it’s about making sure they stay comfortable, in control, and unchallenged.

They’ve been sold a story too, and it’s all about them being the king of the castle while we’re supposed to keep everything running smoothly below the throne.

But why are we playing along? Stop selling yourselves short, ladies.

It’s time to wake up and smell the coffee — strong, black, and bitter if that’s what it takes to snap out of this trance.

The truth is, if he can’t love you as a free woman, he doesn’t love you.

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It’s just control, all dressed up in honeymoon vibes and romantic clichés.

And let’s be real: marriage in today’s world? That’s just another institution trying to bind us, and not in the fun, consensual way.

The real talk? There aren’t enough high-quality men to go around, and they know it too.

Case in point: I had an encounter with a guy this week, one who confessed he’s got a lot of mirror work to do.

Kudos to Mr. Cautious (Yes, that’s his actual screen name, and he gave me to go-ahead to share his words.)

Honestly, vulnerability, and guts — let’s be real, diving into real talk isn’t exactly a stroll through the roses.

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But here’s the juicy scoop: he’s out there soaking up women’s divorce advice and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with them.

And get this — he’s actually crafting thoughtful responses.

I know, right? Deep waters.

You, sir, have just been entered to snag the grand prize in Season 1 of Sagittarius Savage, my brand-new show — a sleek, entry-level sports car!

And what’s waiting for you?

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None other than the fierce Ford Mustang EgoBoost! EcoBoost!

Trust me, it’s a 5/5 experience. And that turbocharged engine? Well, I’ve already said too much.

Drawings will happen on random days — just not Mondays.

I won’t plan them, and I definitely won’t keep track, but stay tuned — the chaos is half the fun!

Good luck.

In a wold full of mimes, you’re an inspiration.

Author’s image.

Alright, time to unleash some Sagittarius truth arrows — this one’s gonna hit the mark!

He’s aware of his shortcomings but still feels secure in the knowledge that she can’t afford to leave him.

Classic.

This is the world we’re navigating — a world where even the so-called “good” men are caught up in a cycle of mediocrity, relying on the fact that women have been conditioned to stay, to fix, to endure.

But love, real love, is free.

It’s an energy that doesn’t come with a price tag or a set of shackles. We don’t have to buy into the old-school nonsense of ownership and control.

Remember, there was a time when society literally had people on sale — hello, U.S. slavery — and thank the cosmos we’ve ditched that ridiculous sideshow.

So why on earth are we still shopping for the idea that marriage is the grand prize in the womanhood sweepstakes?

Now, don’t get me wrong — if marriage is your thing, go for it.

No shade, no hate. But please, please, do it with your eyes wide open.

Understand that it’s an institution, a contract, something you’re legally binding yourself to. And know what you’re getting into before you say “I do.”

Because love isn’t about control. It’s not about needing someone to prove something. Love is free, open, and fluid.

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Stop calling things love when they’re not. Know what love is, and more importantly, know what it’s not.

Get clear on that, and then make your choices.

The most attractive man to me? The one who says, “Be free.” Because I want to be free too.

I want the man I entertain to be free as well. I don’t want to be the only thing that captures his attention, mind, or soul.

That’s not love, that’s possession, and it’s as unhealthy as a diet of deep-fried Twinkies.

We need to have these conversations. We need to be open and honest with each other.

And we need to push for diverse perspectives on relationships, or people will never be free to choose what actually fits them best.

They won’t be thinking for themselves anymore.

My authentic path might help others reevaluate their own lives based on new information, and that’s what we should be doing — spreading awareness, sharing truth, and above all, loving freely.

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Kateria Wynn
Kateria Wynn

Written by Kateria Wynn

Magnetic dialogue with tension, dangerous allure, and electric chemistry, crafting moments that seduce, provoke, and leave a lasting mark.

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