If you like something, set it free. If it comes back, it’s yours. If not, it wasn’t meant to be.
–Richard Bach
When someone kisses you, you don’t want it to feel like they’re trying to suck the life out of you. When someone hugs you, you don’t want to feel like they’re trying to crush your rib. When someone tells you they love you, you don’t want it to feel like handcuffing them.
But who decides if a lover is “too clingy”? Obviously, it’s someone they’re sticking to. If you end up feeling trapped instead of protected, annoyed instead of flattered, and drawn closer than desired, you probably have someone who is too attached to you.
Here are four birthdays that could end up being a Stage 5 Clinger.
1. July
On the first day, those born in July bring flowers. The second day, they brought the U-Haul. They stick as fast and as hard as a river leech—and you may have to make a big effort to get them off your side if it all seems too big. Emotionally, those born in July expect everyone to fall in love with them, obsess over them, and can’t get them out of your head at all, just like you. They will wake you up and tell you that they love you. They will come into the bathroom and hug you while you shower. If you like that, you will love dating someone born in July. But if it doesn’t sound good to you, you may need to end up getting a restraining order.
2. May
There’s a Seinfeld episode where George tells a woman he’s breaking up with her, and she comes back with a firm and firm, “NO.” I’ll bet this woman was a stubborn May native. A fixed Earth sign ruled by Venus, the planet of love, those born in May have trouble taking “no” for an answer. When they cross you, they start bombing you like it’s World War III. If they like you enough, they might even suggest implanting a GPS chip in you so they can track your whereabouts at all times. They’ll say it’s to make sure you’re okay, but you’ll feel like they’re checking you out.
3. March
Those born in March love to be loved and fear the thought of ever losing someone who has pierced the veil of intimacy and entered the dark, forbidden place of their heart. They are ruled by Jupiter, which makes them very loyal—perhaps too loyal. They know they are needy people, they are painfully aware that it can be a turnoff, but in most cases they cannot help themselves from seeking constant reassurance. You may end up confirming them every five minutes. You can end up feeling like the most active person in the parking lot who has to make sure every time. The saddest part is that in their desperate attempts to hold on to you, they may end up pushing you away.
4. September
It’s nice to feel wanted. It’s bad to feel pressured. Of all the zodiac signs, those born in September are the ones who fear rejection the most. That’s why when they fall in love, they cling to you as if you are the protector of life. They feel that if they don’t hold it tight, it will slip through their fingers. They may end up being extremely jealous, even admitting to being constantly accused of cheating, no matter how honest you are. They may start to panic when they hear that you are withdrawing. They may even try to alienate you from family and friends just so they can be with you all.