And yet there are some things that I need to experience for myself to learn the lesson. I'm not saying i don't listen to my parents, or dont take their opinions into account, but they wouldnt tell me to break up with anyone. It's not like I have been out with everyone anyway, and I know the kiond of person who I want to go out with. So far i have only had one relationship, and no amount of anyone telling me what to do would have changed what happened in the end, and the fact remains that they were one of the best people i have ever met.