This is far from scientific, but after watching this interview (see below) I wandered into my own life as a genetic/evolutionary being.

I have a mental disability (I should look into the evolutionary principles behind mental illness) which I continually question and wonder about. I’m also unable to work in the traditional sense and it’s gotten me guff-ridden scolding from time to time.

Most everyone I know who works, has a romantic partner. Apart from being financially, sexually, emotionally and morally fast, these relationships must, almost by definition, also encourage professional development. The kind of development that’s past youthful materialism and touches on your future, your passions, your philosophies… your influence on humanity.

As for divorcées, they tend to be older and have lived a large part of their lives as married individuals; already having achieved stability in many areas.

My disability leads me to have awkward interactions with people (even if they don’t know it). Moreover, a romantic relationship would be out of the ball park for me. One of the first pieces of advice given to me by the first counsellor I ever saw was to stay away from romantic relationships (advice I ignored). Though, I’ve only ever had one “partner in crime” in my life. It was while I was in my twenties and it was short-lived.

I wonder if there is a link between relationships, romantic relationships and professional development. As I’ve said, I’m just exploring the idea. Perhaps I’m making a big deal out of nothing. But I don’t think sex is all than minor.