In many cultures, in the old days, traditions dictated that the bride and groom could only see each other for the first time at the wedding – and in fact, they had very few options. Especially considering that divorces in ancient times were not welcomed, or were generally prohibited per se.
Today the situation is completely different – and each of us, when choosing a partner to date, is guided by some of our own criteria regarding appearance, behavior or everyday habits. Criteria, or prejudices – depending on how you look at it. And so, in this viral thread in the AskWomen community, women (and, I guess, men as well) answer the question: “What is the pettiest reason you won’t date anyone?”
More info: Reddit
#1
They have to be an animal lover. I can tell when someone doesn’t like animals and I couldn’t see myself with someone who doesn’t tolerate animals
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#2
Deeply religious people. Nope.
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#3
I won’t date someone who wants me to watch them play video games. They want to play video games while I read or do something else in the same room, that’s great. They want me to sit there while they play video games and I have to actually pay attention to their Fortnite kills or whatever, absolutely f*****g not. It gives strong “Mommy look at me!” energy that I find a complete turnoff from an adult man.
Image source: baby_armadillo, https://www.pexels.com/photo/a-man-playing-a-video-game-in-a-computer-9071735/
#4
Any run of the mill average Joe who thinks all women are golddiggers coming to take their $45,000 annual salary … 😆
Reeks of him watching too many podcasts from other dudes who also can’t get laid.
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#5
when a guy treats their mom or their sister(s) like s**t. i’m looking at our future boy, and you aint it.
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#6
I’ve had people give me s**t for this before, but picky eaters. And I don’t mean people who have allergies or other food issues. I can understand that. I mean grown a*s adults whose main course is chicken nuggets and French fries. Or make faces, or refuse to even taste a new dish. I have friends like that, but I don’t think I could date anyone long term.
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#7
Using “your” when they should use “you’re”. That really bothers me.
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#8
If they’re really hard into social media. I know it’s much more of a girl type of thing, but guys can be clout chasers too. Or just really into their phone in general. Put the f*****g thing down and genuinely talk to someone.
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#9
If they don’t use sheets or pillow cases on their bed. It’s just gross. If I walk into a dudes room and all I see is a yellow stained mattress and a s****y blanket with no “it’s laundry day” explanation, I’m out
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#10
People who breathe or chew or drink loudly give me the biggest ick. I have severe misophonia.
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#11
I refuse to date anyone that says I’m cute when I’m mad. They always play with my emotions for entertainment.
Image source: Legitimate_Exit_6291, Vera Arsic
#12
A beard that isn’t well-groomed. I need to see evidence that the edges are tended to, trimming is happening, whatever. Nothing turns me off like a pube-y beard.
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#13
I don’t think I could date someone with a peanut allergy, I love peanut butter and don’t think I would want to live a peanut free life for anyone
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#14
Someone who is over the age of 28 and uses the phrase “ Saturday is for the boys”
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#15
As an adult, I seriously dated THREE guys named Dave. Someone named Dave would have to be an 11/10 for me to go this route again.
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#16
I have synesthesia (letters/words/numbers have colors) and I had a hard time dating anyone whose first and last name didn’t look synesthetically aesthetic. Happily married to someone whose name has colors that harmonize lol.
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#17
Omg I feel bad for men reading these posts but of course I have my own. I get really disappointed when men have a purebred dog they bought from a breeder. Tells me they have no compassion for animals, want to boast wealth/status, and they waste money on stupid s**t. This perception is particularly heightened for having brachiocephalic breeds like bulldogs.
I am very aware I might be taking it too far on the meaning of it but my brain works in mysterious ways. Please don’t hate me.
Image source: EvolveGee, Till Daling
#18
I wouldn’t date someone who smokes pot or vapes 🤷🏼♀️ or anyone super into astrology
Image source: Prestigious_Pin_2104, Numerology Sign
#19
Anyone who listens to Jordan Peterson
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#20
If their ideal home temperature is lower than 70 degrees. I’m very cold natured and have lived with someone hot natured.
I can’t do it again. I refuse to live under a blanket in my own house or argue because they lowered the thermostat and thought I wouldn’t notice. It just makes us incompatible because it’s too big a deal to me.
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#21
No job
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#22
If we don’t have similar tastes in food. I once stopped seeing a guy because he didn’t like cheese.
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#23
If they spell my name wrong in the initial messages on the dating app. It’s right there. Immediate unmatch
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#24
Bad teeth
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#25
Socks with sandals is my pettiest, but most strictly enforced, dealbreaker. I simply can’t be seen with you.
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#26
There’s a local bar that gives out smiley face stickers. Yeah idk it’s a thing I live in the middle of no where. Anyway, A lot of guys are covered them on their dating app profiles. Instant no. I don’t like party boys.
Also, if you have a “type” and I clearly don’t fit it it’s not happening.
Image source: dumbbitchcas, Rob
#27
When I was single many years ago, I learned not to date anyone who was new to my city. I wasn’t interested in becoming someone’s personal tour guide, who would then use all the fun things I showed them to eventually woo another person.
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#28
Anyone with a solo mustache (no beard) is an immediate no. You look like such a goober, sorry.
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#29
If they’re not a cat person
I don’t necessarily dislike dogs, but the people who have them are most often very dominant and selfish in my experience
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#30
As a native of Cleveland Ohio usa, I don’t think I could ever date a Pittsburgh Steelers fan.
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