At what stage in the relationship is it safe to admit you never liked your partner favorite TV show?

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Salaciousrouge · Accepted Answer

You should admit this as soon as the opportunity arises.

Wearing a false flag no matter the how small is not good. The longer you hide behind it, the bigger it becomes and can grow to the size of mistrust and open the door to resentment. IE. "I've never liked that 'xxxx', anyhow! I only do it to make you happy"... UGH! Words of betrayal.

Having been married long-term and now in a very happy union, I cannot emphasize the importance of communication. My current wife has no problem telling me she does not like my hard rock music, or some TV shows but she does not deprive me of them. She gives me her opinion that I've made a poor choice purchasing something but does not insist I return it. She will inform me politely that the food I cooked needs more 'something' then will offer suggestions of her preferences or how to improve it. I, in turn tell her when her outfit makes her look fat... Not really, that was a big fat lie... But I'm sure there's been more than a few occasions I've opened my mouth and out falls a criticism.

Too many people, esp. in a new relationship think all talk needs to be happy and without conflict. Sooo wrong! That's the best time to discover faults, bad habits, stupid TV shows, political views, and what-nots. Its ok to not be 100% compatible and if you discover something unbearble, then early is the best time to walk away peacably.

Maybe_Maybe_not · Accepted Answer

Depends on disorder experienced. So I'd recommend communicating according to your profile, for consistency.

Antisocial personality disorder. Express your concerns firmly, immediately after marriage, you should say something like: "Your favorite TV show sucked ass, I never loved you fucking moron"

Autistic spectrum disorder. Since it can be difficult to register what your partner liked, you should remain silent and consider that nothing substantial ever happened around you since your birth. Then proceed with your usual activities.

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Considering that you were never able to focus on an episode for more than 2 minutes straight, your partner never thought you could like their favorite TV show in the first place. You're safe, keep twitching and stay away from sugar.

Obsessive–compulsive personality disorder. It is of utmost importance that you don't let your partner believe that their favorite TV show is well-thought. So you will explain precisely, but courteously, using 26 paragraphs based on 13 different and reputable sources the reasons why your oblivious partner should not be interested in what is a poorly made show.

Rei13 · Accepted Answer

That’s funny. My boyfriend knew I hated a lot of his favorite shows/movies prior to us dating. I’d watch them with him anyways and he’d get a kick when I made fun of some of them 🤣 (to be fair he likes comedy and we both enjoy completely different kinds of ‘funny’ movies)

DishLady · Accepted Answer

It's ok not to like EVERYTHING that your partner likes. Just kiss the top of their head, give them a hug and go about your business. There's something you probably love to do that they're not crazy about either... go do that... enjoy your lives.

Love Doctor Brad · Accepted Answer

Here to sprinkle some love and wisdom, so let's dive in! Admitting you’re not into your partner's fave TV show is all about timing and vibe. Once you've both moved past the honeymoon phase and settled into a comfy couch of trust, it’s safe. Playfully bring it up while cuddling or during a light-hearted chat. The right person will laugh it off instead of letting it be a relationship plot twist! 😄✨ Remember, love's all about accepting those quirky differences!

AviatorTom · Answer

It's okay to be honest... from the start. Two people in a relationship are still individuals, with their own likes and desires. There will always be some things that you disagree on. Let your partner watch their favorite TV show, while you do something else.

SteveSmith1985 · Answer

This made me laugh. I needed that. I don't know if there's ever a safe time. You should be secure enough that you feel you can make it through such an admission. But sooner rather than later would be best.

princeofromance · Answer

I would never admit or watch something I didn't like just to please somebody else.

Anonymous · Answer

The start. I do this with my family also. If I or they don't want to watch something we don't like we'll say. What is the point of watching a whole series of something if you're not going to like it?

12karen · Answer

From the beginning, just be honest

If you don't like then say it, but if you're willing to watch it with your partner then why not, if you don't watch it then don't, let your partner watch it alone...

There're a lot of tv show you both can like and watch together

WhiteThought · Answer

The very beginning of the relationship. I will never pretend to like a show, and I wouldn't expect her to pretend to like a show either.

SixFootSexy · Answer

Just say it,  truth hurts  but it probably won't change what they enjoy. Let them do their own hobbies and activities and find your own enjoyment out of life,  they're not your entertainment director .

Nikki1989 · Answer

That is never an issue if you both hate TV.

Iron_Man · Answer

I would just say it from day one that’s not a dealbreaker is it

MannMitAntworten · Answer

Immediately and have. Not that I care if she watches it. I am just not too is all it means.

msg321 · Answer

At any stage a person should have freedom to express his/her opinions and his/her partner should always respect him/her.

Shiprex · Answer

At the start. That way you don't have to go through the lies and deceit to disappoint someone more invested in you.

molonski2 · Answer

5 minutes into the first episode , never force yourself though something you don't like , that's simply being fake.

bddddd · Answer

I wouldn't raise it on date 1. But who even watches TV today?  If your putative partner likes a TV show, why are you wasting your time dating her?

trumpetplayerforlife · Answer

The beginning no need to lie about something like that

Godihateyou · Answer

I haven't watched TV since 1999. Thats the source of my problems. She wastes her life watching TV.

TheSpaceGnome · Answer

What kind of psychopath lies about what they like and dislike? A relationship like that would never last.

Renegade_Sailor · Answer

The right time was immediately. Don't lie to people. Don't mislead or obfuscate. You're allowed to have your own preferences

Ironic_Method · Answer

Day 1, I'm not going to lie about what I like or dislike. My partner is free to love whatever show she wants, though.

AngryCarl2 · Answer

I would tell my partner as soon as the topic came up. It's a myth that when you're dating someone you have to agree with them on everything.

RingOfFire · Answer

DAY ONE! I am NOT watching that smoochie smoochie stuff! 😠

LiamJHayden · Answer

As soon as you realize it. A relationship built on lies, even ones of omission, should fail.

BDRick · Answer

Whenever it feels right to you; for me, that’s about a month in because I’m a free spirit

exitseven · Answer

I would get it out of the way right off the bat.

WonderingManII · Answer

I never been in this situation.

Anonymous · Answer

Probably at the beginning :P

katiesmuff · Answer

Anytime as far as I am concerned.

BloodyMary6 · Answer

Depends on if watched an episode or two.

WhitneySnow · Answer

By the time you guys are a long term couple

andreasderjuengere · Answer

From day 1 of course :)

Jeff51 · Answer

Right off the bat

Ariesman81 · Answer

At the breakup

fish5505_87 · Answer

Not too early! lol

jahaims · Answer

Day one

DrPepper12 · Answer

8-12 mos minimum

MinaV · Answer

Go lose bbs

Aldan1609 · Answer

Early on

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