Do not mistake step for destination
If nobody ever showed you any romantic interest — you "fall in love" with the first person who does.
On my way I encounter things that transform me. Even though they feel uncomfortable, they bring great sense of satisfaction. And more often than not, I am seduced into thinking it was my final destination (i.e. THIS is my "meaning of life").
My way will end when I am dead. Until then — "final" destination, at any moment, will turn out to be just another step.