Last night, I felt insanely stressed from work. My to-do list grew exponentially, while my energy was lower with every box I checked. When I got home, I had no brain cells left. So I opened a bottle of wine and unlocked my phone screen.

Except, instead of going for Instagram, I opened my photos app.

I always find it comforting to look back at my experiences and remember the good times. It’s an interesting comparison to see how much I’ve changed over the years.

I scrolled until I found a picture of my first date with my boyfriend, Jonathan.

That night was unforgettable. Jonathan and I had a tangible connection — our conversation happened very naturally, and we couldn’t keep our hands off each other. The night was perfect: a warm summer night with a nice breeze.

But what I remember the most is how attracted I felt to Jonathan.

It got me thinking: why was I so attracted to him? Comparing to my previous dates, I don’t remember feeling so connected to another guy. So I reflected on all the things that made Jonathan attractive.

Here’s my conclusion: