How to Choose a Romantic Partner
experts: You will have a better chance at marriage if your partner values the same things in life that you do.
Karl Pillemer • 30 Lessons for Loving: Advice from the Wisest Americans on Love, Relationships, and Marriage
Jacob Falkovich says that single people often seek out similarity when complementarity is what makes relationships cohere long-term. It’s a great observation. But how to operationalize it? Maybe: look for someone you can’t initially understand, but also don’t feel like walking away from.
Sasha Chapin • Getting married soon
In summary, my advice to those seeking a philosophy of life parallels my advice to those seeking a mate. They should realize that which mate is best for them depends on their personality and circumstances. This means that no one is the ideal mate for everyone and that some people are a suitable mate for no one at all. Furthermore, they should reali
... See moreWilliam B. Irvine • A Guide to the Good Life: The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy
It simply involves a few key bits of practical knowledge concerning: The invisible forces that steer men in the wrong direction The subtle signs of maturity, sanity, and stability in women The most common mistakes men make in choosing a partner
Shawn T. Smith • The Tactical Guide to Women: How Men Can Manage Risk in Dating and Marriage
What are the consequences of such a mind-set? For starters, researchers have found that those who subscribe to a destiny belief system of love are more likely to end relationships when the first hint of conflict occurs; in essence, they decide, This person must not be the one, and move on in search of someone who is the one.2 That’s because under a
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