In an interview with People, Lawson revealed that her brother's warning about Brayden came from a place of love and concern, but ultimately, she had to trust her own instincts. "My brother has always been protective of me, and he just didn't want to see me get hurt," she said. "But I had to follow my heart and make the decision that felt right for me."
Lawson went on to explain that she had a strong connection with Brayden from the moment they met, and she didn't want to let him go just because of her brother's concerns. "Brayden and I have a really special connection, and I didn't want to let that go without giving it a chance," she said. "I knew that there was something there, and I wanted to explore that further."
Of course, viewers of the show have seen plenty of instances where contestants have ignored warnings from family members, only to regret it later. But Lawson insists that she was fully aware of the risks she was taking. "I knew that Brayden had some baggage and some things in his past that might make things difficult for us," she said. "But I was willing to take that risk because I felt like he was worth it."
Lawson's decision to keep Brayden has certainly caused some tension with her family, but she says that they have since come around to understanding her point of view. "At the end of the day, they just want me to be happy, and they trust that I'm capable of making my own decisions," she said. "We've had some tough conversations, but we're all on the same page now."
It remains to be seen how things will turn out for Lawson and Brayden, but she says that she has no regrets about her decision. "I followed my heart, and I'm proud of myself for that," she said. "Whatever happens, I know that I made the choice that felt right for me."
Lawson's story is a reminder that sometimes, the people closest to us may not always know what's best for us. While it's important to listen to the advice of those we love, ultimately, we have to trust our own instincts and make the decisions that feel right for us. It's a difficult balancing act, but when we're true to ourselves, we're more likely to find happiness in our relationships and in our lives as a whole.