On behalf of my gender, I want to offer my sincerest apologies for the difficulty you’ve been having finding someone to have a meaningful relationship with. It pains me to know that someone of your intelligence, quality and grace is feeling alone and frustrated with the situation.

Painful as it is, your feelings are valuable and worthy of consideration. To me, it shows that, even in this world where we are supposed to be so “connected,” you are reinforcing the importance of the true human connection in your life. You are declaring that your belief in the value of that relationship, and (as if we men need to be reminded) you have so much to share in a relationship of mutual enrichment.

You are not deserving of special treatment because of your accomplishments. But you are entitled to a quality relationship of mutual respect, consideration and value. A relationship with someone who will love and support you unconditionally, be there for you when times are tough, and hold you to the higher standard that you expect of yourself.

Contrary to your past experience, there are men like us out here. We exist, though I’m beginning to feel that we are possibly part of a dying breed (I hope not.) Keep your eyes open and you’ll find us.

And if there is ever anything I can do to help, all you need to do is ask. After all, in this great game of life, it’s important to remember that we’re all in this together.

Hang in there.