Here's the list from the article and my thoughts on each:
- Once the excitement of first romance has passed, you get bored in most of your relationships.
Aside from my 10+ years of being married, I've never had or can imagine a relationship that would or could last more than six months. I'm eternally pessimistic, I guess.
- You have a habit of dating unavailable men (married, involved with someone else, geographically or emotionally distant, etc.).
Last guy I got involved with was both geographically and emotionally distant, and when we first met, I was married (although we didn't hook-up).
- You have a long and elaborate list of requirements for your ideal mate.
I say "no" but my friends totally disagree. I still maintain that I'm completely pragmatic.
- You consider your married friends’ relationships boring and feel that many of them have settled for too little.
This is a definite no but that's because my friends have great mates (but I wouldn't want to be with any of them).
- You cultivate larger networks of friends and acquaintances at the expense of romantic relationships.
I didn't know that having lots of friends can count against you but I do always use not having enough time to balance family, work and friends to not add another complication (such as a romantic connection).
- You date more than one man at a time to prevent becoming dependent.
I like to keep my options open and it keeps them from getting proprietary on me. Although I can't really juggle even just one guy at the moment.
- You have a difficult time getting over past boyfriends.
I get over old relationships pretty quickly but I think I allow my bad experiences to hold me back from taking another chance.
What do you think?
4 comments:
"You must remember this... a kiss is just a kiss..."
I think the word phobic is too harsh a word to use here. While we may safeguard ourselves, the word "phobic" means we would never even allow ourselves to get romantically involved. I think the word pragmatic best defines people like us as we like things simple and realistic which keeps our heads level. Don't let others try to define you. We define ourselves!
Thanks, maw. I like to think I'm level-headed instead of frantic. Words of encouragement indeed.
If we don't take care of our friends and families then we're neglectful. But, the same people who make demands on your time bug you about "putting yourself out there". Hmmm.
Hey, how can you date more than one guy at a time when you said you don't have time for any romantic connections? Wait - does that mean you just "casually" date and hang out with different guys with no hopes for a real connection?
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