And for my single moms, PLEASE. Don't you EVER settle for someone just because you have kids. 100% better to stay alone than be with the wrong person. Your value IS based off your kids. My son is worth everything & I would NEVER give him anything less.
In my era of removing myself my presence from people who do not value me, no more excusing their disrespect, no more trying to see the best in a mf. I accept them as they are and move on.