Dating can be rough.

Things like social media and DMs have tainted tons of relationships, and at the same time, there are numerous apps that have helped people find love.

Finding the “right one” isn’t an easy task, but there are definitely some valuable lessons that I’ve learned along the way.

While I’ve dated outside my race, my heart (and eyes) are constantly returning to the black man.

And in my search for the “right one,” here’s what I learned about black men along the way.