
I dont want to waste my time or the time of other people. I guess I phrased it wrong? My mom is saying like certain values like me not wanting to date conservatives or people that smoke are not important bc im just dating to date not to have a serious relationship. But I want a serious relationship
Right, but I think a part of understanding compatibility comes from exploring that intimacy. Perhaps it wasn’t expressed the way you meant? You shouldn’t be pressured to date people you don’t like or date everyone you see, but your initial post (and even your comments attempting to clarify) sounds less like healthy boundaries and more like perfectionism? I’m not sure if I’m making my point well lol
Like I personally agree. I put relationships lower on my list of priorities and seem to hop from person to person a bit less than others around me. But when I want to go on a date or something, I will, even if I’m not looking for a potential marriage partner. Even if I’m not sure we’d be compatible long term (ignoring toxicity)