What It's Like to Date When You REALLY Hate Dating

By Karenna Meredith
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I'm not a people person, so forced socialization with a stranger? Not my strong point. Trying to date has always been a struggle for me since I'm an introvert and naturally an all-around awkward human being. Plus I despise any type of social atmosphere, outside of an office, that resembles a job interview. But sometimes you actually do need to go out with another person one-on-one to get to know them, no matter how desperately you'd rather stay home. Ready or not, you're going out, and this is probably how it's going to go:

They contact you and it's totally normal and not awkward at all.
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They contact you and it's totally normal and not awkward at all.

So naturally you respond right away.
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So naturally you respond right away.

After some playful banter, you decide you'll meet up.
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After some playful banter, you decide you'll meet up.

You repeat positive affirmations in the mirror as you get ready.
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You repeat positive affirmations in the mirror as you get ready.

You meet and you both click instantly.
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You meet and you both click instantly.

The conversation is riveting.
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The conversation is riveting.

And you know exactly what to say to put them at ease.
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And you know exactly what to say to put them at ease.

Obviously, the setting is perfectly casual for meeting for the first time.
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Obviously, the setting is perfectly casual for meeting for the first time.

They do that adorable thing where they order for you before they know what you like.
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They do that adorable thing where they order for you before they know what you like.

You don't even get up to "use the bathroom" once.
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You don't even get up to "use the bathroom" once.

Finally, leave it up to that natural chemistry for a good night kiss.
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Finally, leave it up to that natural chemistry for a good night kiss.

But truly, the best part about dating? Once you find someone you like, you don't have to date again.
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But truly, the best part about dating? Once you find someone you like, you don't have to date again.