Valentine’s Day 2017 is approaching whether you like it or not and since all of us over here subscribe to different schools of thought when it comes to relationships, we thought we’d take this opportunity to give you a little insight into who we are and where we stand on subject of love…not to mention some unsolicited advice while we’re at it.
Raquel Silver, Age 28
Current relationship status: Coming up on 1 year into my relationship
Your standard dating modus operandi: Serial monogamist but I took time to get to know myself between my last relationship and current one
The 3 traits you find most important in a partner: Someone who makes me laugh, responsible/ reliable, understanding
Your 3 defining relationship characteristics: I’d say I’m a good listener, motivating, supportive
Your best piece of dating advice: Whoever you’re with should make you want to be the best version of yourself and should give you the space and support to develop yourself as an individual so you can stand on your own two feet. There’s no rule book for relationships and no two relationships are the same so enjoy and appreciate the individuality of the one you’re in.
Michelle Jimenez, Age 28
Current relationship status: Engaged
Your standard dating modus operandi: Prior to my engagement I was a serious serial monogamist
The 3 traits you find most important in a partner: Honest, reliable, patient
Your 3 defining relationship characteristics: Unconditional love, loyal (ride or die), adventurous
Your best piece of dating advice: No sex before monogamy (must have boyfriend/ girlfriend status before intimacy!) Don’t ever settle or change your interests for the person you’re dating. Your significant other must love you for you (the good and bad).
Amina Brown, Age 28
Current relationship status: Newly single
Your standard dating modus operandi: Forever single
The 3 traits you find most important in a partner: Reliable, funny, honest (faithful)
Your 3 defining relationship characteristics: Reliable, good listener, loyal, willing to cook and clean!
Your best piece of dating advice: Take your time to get to know a person. Be friends first. Trust your gut always.
Alexa Rodriguez, Age 22
Current relationship status: Single-ish
Your standard dating modus operandi: Hopeless romantic
The 3 traits you find most important in a partner: Good sense of humor, creative, loyal
Your 3 defining relationship characteristics: Supportive, funny, loving
Your best piece of dating advice: Keep true to who you are. Try new things with each other, step out of your comfort zone and be open to learning and experiencing new things with one another.
Samuel Alemayhu , Age 22
Current relationship status: Single
Your standard dating modus operandi: There’s a lotta fish out there…and I’m always fishing!
The 3 traits you find most important in a partner: A sense of humor, supportive, nurturing
Your 3 defining relationship characteristics: I’ll make you laugh, support your interests, keep things fresh
Your best piece of dating advice: Don’t take things so seriously. There’s so much pressure and anxiety in our work lives, it’s important to have someone who can make you laugh and keep things light. Also, be completely honest about who you are, what you like, and what you don’t like…no surprises!
By Raquel Silver
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