It's very hard for me to find a stable relationship. I've done stuff like online/long-distance relationships, online dating, speed dating and such but I've only really had two substantial relationships arise from it.

Not that I'm complaining. I know the decision begins with my own willingness to put all the insecurities aside and make an attempt to put myself out there.

I've been having a bout of loneliness lately so I'm going to give it another chance. If I don't end up dating/entering a relationship in the next few months, I'm going to try to meet someone at Anime North since it's a huge, weekend-long social event. We'll see how that goes, but I've met some really nice people at conventions that I've since drifted apart from, so hopefully this gives me another opportunity.

Why at a convention? I think bonding over similar interests or commonalities is a much better way to begin a relationship than a simple first impression. Plus, I'm not into the bar scene or club atmosphere as any positive way to begin dating. Anyway, we'll see what happens. I'm not going to go overboard with a desire for a relationship, but I'm also not going to remain isolated about it, either.