Must Haves and Can't Stands
Must Haves:
Chemistry...
I must feel deeply in love with and attracted to my partner.
Sense of Humor...
I must have someone who is sharp and can enjoy the humorous side of life.
Emotionally Healthy...
I must have a partner who is emotionally healthy, and able to share a stable life with someone else.
Strong Character...
I must have a partner who is honest and strong enough to do the right thing.
Tolerant...
I must have a partner who is able to hear and appreciate divergent viewpoints.
Affectionate...
I must have someone who is comfortable giving and receiving affection.
Industriousness...
I must have someone who is willing to work hard at whatever they do.
Unassuming...
I must have someone who is able to accept criticism, and even admit to being wrong sometimes.
Staying In...
I must have a partner who mainly enjoys staying in together and having quiet evenings alone or with close friends.
Religious Practice...
My partner must be committed to being an active member of a church or temple congregation.
Can't Stands:
Dependence...
I can't stand someone who bases their happiness on me.
Depressed...
I can't stand someone who is constantly unhappy about their life.
Cheating...
I can't stand someone who takes advantage of people.
Intolerance...
While I understand that religious conviction is a positive trait, I can't stand someone who is self-righteous and feels that their particular faith is the only one that matters.
Mean Spirited...
I can't stand someone who has a devious nature and is mean to others.
Drugs...
I can't stand someone who uses illegal recreational drugs.
Racist...
I can't stand someone who believes that any particular ethnic group to which they belong is superior to the rest of humanity.
Addictions...
I can't stand someone who currently suffers from addictions.
Arrogant...
I can't stand someone who is obnoxiously cocky.
Infidelity...
I can't stand someone who engages in sex outside a committed relationship.