Ideal partner is the exact opposite of the one your dating.
@bewitchingmelody (366)
Philippines
November 14, 2011 8:03am CST
I have this friend who had really high standards when it comes to guys. She likes guys who are tall, fair skinned, well groomed and with glasses for a smart guy effect. She also prefers them to have a car and have a good social status with refined manners and all. In short, she is looking for Mr. Perfect.
Now, the last time I checked on her. She is currently dating this guy who is well kind of a bit not on what I expected her to be with. Sure he is a gentleman according to her but there are times that the guy is really annoying and always teases her. Her, being hot headed and very emotional would tend to rant on me about why on Earth does she like this guy and all. He's not even near to her ideal partner. Surely, the guy makes her laugh and she enjoy the his company but according to her, he is very confusing. Sometimes, he is sweet and seems interested in her and then sometime, it seems as if he is just playing around. I actually told her to find another one and she told me that she is trying to but I think she has fallen for the guy. o_O
If you were in my position, how would I advise my friend? Have you had a similar experience where in you fall in love with someone who is the complete opposite of your ideal? If you had then please do share. Thank you. Happy Mylotting and GOD BLESS you ^_^
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@SIMPLYD (90721)
• Philippines
15 Nov 11
An ideal partner is just an image we have in mind for a partner. But because it is an ideal, it seems unrealistic, because no person is born perfect. In one way or another he/she will have his/her flaw.
So, as long as your partner has some qualities that will endear him to you, then you can try to start cultivating a nice relationship.
@SIMPLYD (90721)
• Philippines
21 Nov 11
I used not to like my husband. But because of his constant teasing of me, i suddenly took notice of him one day.
@bewitchingmelody (366)
• Philippines
21 Nov 11
I see. I guess the saying is true. When a guy teases you, it is his own way of catching the attention of the girl he likes. That's so cute of your husband. ^_^
@bewitchingmelody (366)
• Philippines
18 Nov 11
Gee... Your reply to the post is short yet it makes a lot of sense. Physically he is not the ideal type of guy that she wants but personality wise, I think that was his weapon which made her like him. Actually it is confusing. They are both confusing! They have this sort of "love-hate relationship." They used to be enemies before but friends now because the guy keeps on teasing her since elementary upto now. ^_^
@bewitchingmelody (366)
• Philippines
17 Nov 11
Indeed! There are things that you can't explain when it comes to love and it's insane but you can't do anything about it because it's love. LOL You remind me of a quote from a blind man, "Love is blind so love me!" ^_^
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@bewitchingmelody (366)
• Philippines
18 Nov 11
Lol. I am not in love with a blind man. I was just stating a quote from a movie where in the blind man said, "Love is blind so love me." Get the joke? I didn't know cupid was blind.. Thanks for the information. ^_^
@kharlav (1669)
• Philippines
15 Nov 11
I can relate with this because this is what's happening to me right now. Maybe we just seem to be attracted to the opposite us, which we hate.. And love (psychologically) those who are like us. Maybe opposites do attract. Like me, my ideal guy was a person who had no vices, handsome and doesn't go out a lot. But all my previews and recent boyfriend was exactly the opposite . My 2 ex's were chain smokers, drunkards and party people. And now, my current boyfriend was a rock star when we met. but happily he changed right now.. He doesn't smoke nor drink anymore, which i loved.
@bewitchingmelody (366)
• Philippines
18 Nov 11
Maybe opposites do attract. Come to think of it, they are quite opposite. The girl seems to be fragile, careful, afraid of a lot of things or in short, she is a Rapunzel trapped in a tower because mother forbids her to go out.. On the other hand, the guy is a carefree person, goes out a lot with friend, drinks and smokes occasionally or in short, the bad boy type. She did told me that physically, he is not soo good but he has a great personality and she enjoys his company a lot.
Awwww.... That is very sweet of your boyfriend. I'm happy that he does not smoke or drink anymore. He has to take care of his health because if he doesn't, then he would not be able to take care of you. ^_^
@boyuancy (1708)
• India
17 Nov 11
I'm sorry bewitchingmelody but you cannot really generalize things like the ideal partner is the opposite. You may have an image of the ideal person in mind and someone just not so perfect comes along and sweeps you off your feet. As irritating and as annoying the person maybe, you still tend to like him/her for some of his/her qualities.
Then what do you know, you end up being with that person forever.
@bewitchingmelody (366)
• Philippines
18 Nov 11
Actually, my friend asked me that "Why on earth is he not near to my ideal guy? He is the exact opposite." That was why I used that in this discussion. It is confusing. Love is very complicated but you're right! There are qualities that she likes in him. He is not the most good looking guy but he makes her laugh and mad at the same time. Weird isn't it? They have a love-hate relationship. Well, if they are meant for each other, then they really are meant to be. ^_^
@Aja103654 (5644)
• Philippines
15 Nov 11
Interesting discussion, hehe.
Women nowadays would prefer to be with a man who can offer love and stability. Someone who will always care for them and love them truly and faithfully. Practically, women would rather have men who have the dough/cash/money/riches. Your friend is no exception to this. Some would even regard women who marry poor men as foolish.
In life, we can't always have what we want. Our ideals rarely coincide with reality. The same goes for the type of man we want to spend our lives with. What we want, isn't always what is best for us. I've read this somewhere but i can't remember. Somehow, it managed to stick to my brain until now.
This guy your friend is dating seems okay. How old is your friend exactly? If she's young, then it's to be expected that she's undecided about this man/guy. I bet this guy is still too young for anything serious, which might explain his 'happy-go-lucky' attitude. It's not a bad thing and certainly not enough reason to break up with a guy. In other words, it's a shallow reason to break up the relationship.
I don't think looking for another guy would be the best course of action here. Get to know the guy first. Discuss this openly with the guy and listen to what he has got to say. It seems to me that the guy is kept in the dark and then you and your friend are already discussing this matter which greatly involves him.
I have fallen in love with a guy who is not exactly my ideal man. Though i can say that he met most of the qualities that really matter. Physically, he wasn't the type of man I want, but i was taken in by his personality.
Anyway, don't let your friend break up over it. He probably and might be the man who was meant for her.
@bewitchingmelody (366)
• Philippines
18 Nov 11
I agree Aja! In this world, it is all about Practicality. Everyone especially women wants to be secured. Security and Belongingness is a need after all, as stated in Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs.
Indeed in life we can't have what we want but we could get what is best for us if we are ready to receive it wholeheartedly. I learned that from a book written by Bo Sanchez.
Both of them are in the Young Adult Stage. Yes, she is undecided and he is a "happy go lucky" type of guy. They are not in a relationship yet by the way. I don't know if the guy is courting her because according to her, he is complicated to read.
I'm still observing them and it is best not to meddle with their affair. Personality really does play a huge part when it comes to this. I'm glad you found your guy. He is one lucky dude for having you and likewise, it goes the same to him too. ^_^
@areskya (398)
• Indonesia
15 Nov 11
Nobody is perfect, so does that guy and your friend. They are two persons who are trying to be connected each other. It is complicated process and so difficult to be done, as they are not the dreaming soulmate expected. Moreover, there are some couple which are truly matched by God, they have the same hearth and vision, but they have different characters at all.
On this case, I think your best thing to do is keep a silent for a while about her relation cos she will not hear what you say at this time, she is being deeply in love with him. But, it doesn't mean that you ignore him at all, just be in her side and give her your best advise whenever she told you about her relation or whenever she has problem with it.
Time will answer anything, let's time goes by and see what will happen the next. If they are created for each other, they will be couple forever and able to solve all of their differences and problems. If they are not, they break up once day.
@bewitchingmelody (366)
• Philippines
18 Nov 11
I am just being observant for now and as a good friend, I keep listening to her unending rants. I told her already to stay cool about it but she is too hyped that sometimes, she hates the guy and sometimes she likes him. Love is indeed complicated. But if they are meant for each other, then they really are meant to be. ^_^
@zandi458 (28102)
• Malaysia
14 Nov 11
Looking for an ideal partner is like looking for a needle in a haystack. Every girl has to kiss many toads before she meet her prince charming, though he might not be the charming guy she is dreaming of but it is said that God has reserved our soul mate and it is only a matter of time before the two meet and truly fall in love. Forcing your way to accept someone with benefits would surely end in disaster.
@bewitchingmelody (366)
• Philippines
17 Nov 11
Well said! I couldn't agree with you more. In short, True Love Waits. There is a right time, right place and right person (even if he's not your ideal guy) when it comes to love.
@nezavisima (7408)
• Bulgaria
14 Nov 11
ideal partner in my opinion, no one can find.
Each of us has both positive and negative qualities.
For my cousin's girlfriend is a copy of their appearance is very important what kind of car it really makes a person must have a high standard.
for me personally.
Taqwa situation came, but I do not know what to say.
and say something was always broken, I'm right and then left her to burn to see that she is right and then to understand that it is not right.
Have a nice day!
@bewitchingmelody (366)
• Philippines
17 Nov 11
It is indeed difficult to find an ideal partner or I would rather call it Mr/Ms Perfect. In the 1st place no one is perfect. The challenge here is to love that imperfect person perfectly. ^_^
@LaraTecson (726)
• Philippines
15 Nov 11
There's no 'Ideal Man' once you have fallen in love. No matter how high you have set your criterias and no matter how repulsive you think of guys who does not fall on your criterias, once you have laid your eyes on the one meant for you, whether he passes your criteria or not, you will fall hopelessly in love with him. You see, love does not want to be dicdated. Love does not want you to say "hey fall in love with this guy he's rich" or "that guy's smart i think i should fall in love with him". Everything happens naturally. You will be head over heels on this guy and you don't even know why you like him. Love's unfair at times.
So I would suggest you not to meddle with your friend's relationship. She may be complaining at you all times but she still sticks with the guy, meaning her love for this guy overshadows his short comings. Besides, the guys does not do anything wrong with your friend. Yeah he may be teases her most of the time but this may be in his nature. He might be like this to everyone he's close at. Maybe your friend could tell him to tease her less cause she's not happy about it.
Let's not interefere in theri relationship and let's see what will happen. If they really love each other then they will work their relationship out just by themselves. If not, then breaking up is the best solution.
@bewitchingmelody (366)
• Philippines
18 Nov 11
Actually, I just listened to her rant awhile ago. As a good friend, I just listened and laughed all about it. Sometimes, I put earplugs and she just laughs about it. I can tell she really likes the guy. Although she does not admit it and says that they are just friends and she enjoys his company, I think she really got hit by cupid hard.
Yeah, I won't bother their relationship. I'm kind of excited on how it will go in the future. If it's meant to be, then it really is. Thanks for the advice. ^_^