>putting work, self, etc ahead of companionship could also be
>some of the reasons people haven't found love.

that could very well be.

still - there are ppl who do all of that and STILL find love.

>I think being in love involves settling and a lot of people
>aren't willing to do that.

yeah - b/c there are ppl who didn't settle and found love.

>I do agree that I feel lucky to be with my wife but I fought,
>fumbled, tripped and stumbled to get where I am. We also
>prolly settled in our careers instead of jumping at
>opportunities due to love.
>
>There is a sacrifice/compromise that comes with it and some
>aren't willing to make it.

some don't make that compromise and stay single forever. some don't make that compromise and still find love.