THE ONE

FINDING “THE ONE”

1. According to a recent study, the traits that make someone most desirable on dating apps have to do with wealth, height, profession, race, religion, and more. However, researchers also found that while singles may find those traits initially attractive, they do not at all predict relationship happiness or success. Why might those traits not be all that important in the long run?

I think it is because single individuals are majorly brainwashed by shiny and attention grabbing qualities, which may not last forever. Examples include a job title or wealth. Also, you may later on realize that this love interest is not who you thought- from the way they presented themselves initially. This is likely to reverse your happiness after some time in the relationship.

2. Please list some traits that are more important to prioritize in a partner. For each, explain why it’s valuable for long-term success, and an example of how to identify it (signs to look out for) while dating

I recommend the below traits;

Respectful

A respectful partner is valuable. It is seen when this partner appreciates your actions and inspires the things you are passionate about. They make you feel secure, be yourself, and continue with plans that increase your happiness. With such a partner, you will always feel happy and want to have them every time in your life.

Physically affectionate

Physical affection is important as it connects people, making them stay together. This is a great ingredient for a couple or partners to stay intimate for a long time. Through it, partners can keep their feeling alive as they possibly express it physically and verbally.

Anastasia Filipenko

Anastasia Filipenko is a health and wellness psychologist, dermatolist and a freelance writer. She frequently covers beauty and skincare, food trends and nutrition, health and fitness and relationships. When she's not trying out new skincare products, you'll find her taking a cycling class, doing yoga, reading in the park, or trying a new recipe.

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