How much should your ideal partner differ from you?

A relationship topic! CivCon does these sometimes. Like this one (love in different life stages) and this one (love in the social media age).

We could discuss how similar a person to oneself makes for an ideal life partner using personal experience or at least wisdom gained from personal experience.

DavidG might not be there. Jeff will moderate. He is happily married, though, so what does he know?

Optional Background Readings -

OMG, a simple search uncorks an avalanche of on-line dating/mating advice, including multiple “ideal partner calculators!” Really. The following handful of readings are out of dozens I skimmed the titles and sources of.

AI search suggestions -

1. “how much should your ideal partner differ from you?” Gemini's answer was OK.
2. “Which similarities and differences really matter in making a relationship lasts?”

Discussion Pot Stirrers -

· Opposites don’t really attract, much less endure, says a study cited by Time Mag.
· 2024: Evidence is clear – date someone similar to you, not “complementary.” FWIW.
· A bit of advice on “are your dating standards too high” and how to prioritize.
· What to look for in a long-term partner. 12 qualities matter most. Allegedly.