Last Updated on October 12, 2022
The temperature of the United States’ political climate is hotter than ever. Citizens on both sides of the political aisle have strong opinions, and often what could be a civil conversation quickly deteriorates into endless bickering and hurt feelings. So, how should you handle your political beliefs when it comes to dating? Here is what the experts have to say.
Suggestion #1 – Keep Your Politics to Yourself
If you’re looking for a spouse and hope to build a family together, it probably makes sense to get your opinions out in the open early and see if you’re politically compatible with your date. However, it’s probably unnecessary if you’re just looking for a little casual fun. Chances are your mouths will be busy with other activities during most of your time together anyway, so why waste your breath prattling on about political issues?
Suggestion #2 – Some People Enjoy the Heat
If you’re a political junkie who watches all the Sunday morning talk shows and listens to political radio all day, politics may be a big part of your life. In that case, you should decide if the heat and friction caused by disagreements on policy is the sort of thing that also puts a little extra lead in your pencil.
Suggestion #3 – Put the Ball in Their Court
If politics aren’t your thing, you may want to ask your date if it matters to them. See what they say and let them take the lead. If they want to share their views, go ahead and give them the green light. If they prefer to cast it all aside, let them know you support that option as well.
What Matters the Most
The most important thing to keep in mind is that there’s never a reason to be rude or allow others to be rude to you. If someone can’t handle a difference in political beliefs, you’re better off moving on to the next.
We’re all human, and while we may try to complicate our relationships with all sorts of intellectual endeavors, the physical need for intimacy makes us all much more alike than we could ever be apart. Give people the space they need, let them be their true selves, and offer a genuine ear and an honest perspective. Chances are, you’ll find that whether you’re a long-term match or not, the short-term rewards are almost always well worth it!