“Sigh, let's just get by and muddle through this life.” Perhaps you've said this before? I often hear people say it. Many believe that settling once in a while doesn't matter and things will pass. But is a settled love truly what you want? Can a compromise in marriage bring happiness? I once saw a quote on Weibo that said it perfectly: “The worst thing in the world is not dying alone, but growing old with someone who makes you feel lonely.” In this fast-paced society, even love has become rushed, and it's hard to meet the right person at the start. It's like learning to cook for the first time; when buying seasonings at the supermarket, there are so many brands that we can't tell which tastes best, so we pick one randomly and only discover if we like it after trying. Life is long, people come and go, and we are bound to meet a few wrong ones before understanding what kind of person we truly seek. So, promise me, no matter what you've been through, remember that Life is long and it's never too late to start. For the rest of your life, do not settle, do not compromise, do not give up. Life only happens once; it is not meant to be lived by settling or compromising.