Olagoke Olawepo (SIWES student, Gate Way Polytechnic)
As we approach the end of 2023, you might be wondering why you haven’t yet found a partner to share matching pyjamas with. Here are some guidelines to help you choose the right person to date, leaving behind any negative past relationships.
- Prioritize Kindness: When selecting a partner, kindness should be your top priority. It doesn’t matter if they are rich, poor, tall, short, dark, or handsome. What truly matters is their ability to show kindness in how they treat you and others. A kind person will treat everyone well, just as they treat you.
- Seek a Loveable Personality: Naturally, you’ll be drawn to someone with a friendly and attractive personality. Those who are not loveable often only care about themselves. You can’t change someone’s nature to make them loveable. If you want to experience love and be loved in return, look for a loveable person.
- Value Honesty: Honesty is a fundamental pillar of a strong relationship. Someone who values honesty will consistently choose to be truthful. Building a relationship on lies leads to distrust and negativity. Choosing to date an honest person will provide you with peace of mind.
- Emotional Intelligence Matters: Dating emotionally intelligent individuals is crucial. They tend to be thoughtful and graceful in their interactions. Avoid dating someone who is emotionally immature, as their behavior can affect you, regardless of your own intelligence.
Remember, this list serves as a primary guide to help you consider essential traits when dating. It’s never too late to make the right choices in your dating life!
