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Watching Out for Red Flags

Added on:5/20/2008 6:39:42 PM
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Red flags are defined as those little comments made by someone you are communicating with that make you feel uneasy as though something is not quite right. Some of these may seem like a no-brainer to you but it is important that you keep your mind open even to the subtle indicators.

If the person provides you with inconsistent information regarding interests, marital status, profession, family, age, employment, and so on, start taking note of the various things to see if you simply misunderstood or if the truth is being stretched. 

If the person does not provide you with direct answers, you should be asking yourself why

The individual seems interested in you but after meeting, he or she makes up excuses to not introduce you to family and friends

Seems to become irritated or angry easily – look for passive-aggressive behavior

Attempts to put pressure on you – perhaps he or she is persistent in getting your phone number, your address, information about your work, your family, your children, or wants to meet you now

Makes demeaning or condescending comments about you, his or her family, friends, or co-workers

Refuses to make phone contact after the two of you have established a good online connection, which could be an indication that there is a spouse or significant other involved

Insists he or she does not have a photograph to upload and constantly makes excuses for not rectifying the problem

The person is young and single, and interested in meeting and building a relationship with you but states they want someone who is single, divorced, or widowed, has no children (heirs), is financial stable, and would be willing to accept poor health – this would show all the signs of a gold-digger

The person has no life achievements and/or still lives with parents

States his or her turn-on is walking on the beach, snuggling, and sitting in front of a fireplace gazing into each other’s eyes. While some people do enjoy this, to determine if this person is sincere, you need to do much more investigation.

Has served time in jail/prison – sure, people can change but this is something to learn much more about and not just from that person

Someone who seems to be overly interested in someone with children

A person that has a lot of baggage and negative history – if that person has overcome those obstacles, then kudos to him or her but in most cases, it takes years of therapy and hard work to conquer serious issues

Religious or political views are two things that can cause a divorce in a heartbeat. If the individual is very overpowering with his or her views, even if you share the same viewpoints, chances are conversations could become heated.

If you start talking to someone who has completed his or her PhD and spends more time bragging than trying to get to know you, watch out

A passive/submissive behavior is a bad sign that the person does not think on his or her own feet, which is not want you want. Although that person may be nice, you probably do not want a doormat as a partner.

The person immediately starts talking about sex or things that are too personal


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