That's the idea. Actually I see it as a positive thing myself, as it adds that extra bit of realism when it comes to how leading a life like this would normally work out. It leans towards the realism of constant mixed emotions, never knowing what you've got yourself into, if you should back out, or if you should just keep on with it and see how far you can go just going with the flow of it all, as overwhelming as it can be, rather than to go full on fantasy like most want and do, and throw away all of the issues that in reality come alongside this lifestyle.
It's also a key sign of quality writing and character development. Keeping it overall short and simple, yet still managing to pull you in, and really feel like you are the main character you play as.