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I'm not currently dating anyone. And many things would have to happen for that to change. There are smaller things like:

My Lifestyle - It's not (observably) destined for financial success, and I'm suffering from anxiety and other medical issues that further hinder my potential. Which of course could be overlooked or helped if I found someone in person that loves me no matter my social or financial status.

My Outcast Mindset - Built-up feelings that I'm not deserving of intimate love. Which could also be overlooked if I find someone in person that expresses that love exact for me.

Then there are big ones are:

My Selectivity - I'm picky as hell when it comes to physical attractiveness! But I'm not unrealistic. I'm just severely limited. But later down the line, what if I were to lose physical attraction to my partner? And what if I can't gain it back? All of those have happened through the years with old crushes I've had. And that kind of makes me not want to get into a relationship since physical attraction holds such a strong influence. But then again, I don't know if that will ever change.

My Views on Monogamy - I wouldn't have a problem staying physically committed if I were in a relationship with someone. That's easy. But mentally faithful? That's another story. I really like the idea of having one partner to be committed & intimate with forever. But I feel like that sounds better on paper. I don't see the gain worth the mental trauma that I'd cause someone by naively getting into a relationship with them when I don't have the core stuff for a successful relationship figured out. I'm not entirely sure, but I think I'd just want a really good friend for life. That way I'm able to (safely) be intimate with anyone I'm sexually attracted to with no strings attached and no feelings hurt.

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