Yes it is a hard way to live. I have been divorced for 13 years. Had several boyfriends over the years. But they just didn't seem to be what I really wanted. Now I know a man who is the most wonderful, handsome , sexy , kind man I have ever known. And he will never be mine. That is worse than not knowing anyone in particular that you think you would want. Is it better to know, and see someone you wish you could have, or just not know.
I don't know. It just is not good.