Scared of falling in-love? Save yourself by making these 9 commitments

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July 15, 2015 3:34 PM

But a time will come when you'll have to face that fear alone, so you can live a fulfilled and happy life with someone whom you truly love rather than settling for less

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Relationship expert, Dr. Karen Sherman of YourTango, some people get scared when they think of entering into a committed relationship with someone they deeply care about.

Sherman says the major factor that drives people away and pull budding relationships apart is fear. But a time will come when you'll have to face that fear alone, so you can live a fulfilled and happy life with someone whom you truly love rather than settling for less.

What kind of commitment do you need to make to overcome your fears? Sherman lists 9 of those things you need do:

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