Date as much as you can (Part 2)

As I mentioned previously in Part 1...

Date as much as you can  

I began to look at dating as me playing the role of an employer and the guy being the interviewer applying for the role at my company or me playing the role of a judge and the guy being the competitor for the prize.

Dating taught me to pay attention to the different mannerisms these guys had, how they carried themselves, how they spoke, their goals, and their beliefs. Everything!

The more I encountered different personalities, the more it became easier to check my list of what I wanted and didn't want.

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Dating has taught me:

1. To set boundaries and stand firm on them

2. Pay attention to everything (the way they speak, their habits, the type of people they hang out with, hobbies etc.)

3. If its not working, communicate it, remove yourself gracefully and cordially

4. To speak up on what you want and don’t want, it’s ok to want different things than the other person

5. If it ended, don’t go back and try again - it didn’t work out for a reason

6. The importance of finding someone with the same mindset and similar goals as you

I’m now able to articulate & define more of what I’m looking for as I encounter new connections.

Read more on signs to watch for in relationships: (14 unhealthy signs)

Despite how dreadful dating is and how cutthroat this generation has become. Past experiences shouldn’t hold us back from new opportunities. Dating should be a healthy consistent growth between two people filling each other's cups (if that’s what they both want with each other).

Closing Message: 

Dating is trial and error but don't give up on yourself and stay open minded. It’s ok to do what works for you. Take your time.

𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞,

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