Key points
Dating is about seeing whether you and the other person are a good fit.
The keys are having common interests, visions, and values; being able to work together to solve problems.
Most imortant of all is the ability to feel safe, to be honestly yourself, rather than walking on eggshells.
Not all dating is created equal; it can serve different purposes depending on where you are in your life. You might be just coming out of a previous relationship and know you’re not ready for anything serious yet; you’re looking for someone to go dancing with, attend concerts with, or just help you have a reason to get out of the house on weekends.
Or, maybe you’ve been in a long dry spell, and dating is a way of dipping your toes back into the pool, getting your emotional feet wet, and build

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