RelationshipsJul 2, 2019
NewCorgi🍑

Nicest way to turn a second date down?

I felt no chemistry but he was really kind and super eager to see me again. How do you usually turn your dates down without ..ghosting or sounding like an asshole?

Apple RXtA67 Jul 2, 2019

Hey MrNice, It was great to knowing you!! You’re a wonderful person and very kind — a quality that is hard to find in this day and age. However, I don’t think I will be able to bring my best to this relationship. Hence, it’s best if we don’t move ahead. I wish you well for your future endeavors. Hugs, MsNice

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jxifml Jul 2, 2019

"bring my best self to this relationship" - it almost sounds like you're going through a funk (hence a temporary state). This dude isn't the most perceptive either. Is saying "felt no romantic chemistry" too blunt? 🤣

Amazon prestige🧐 Jul 2, 2019

Yeah you need to be really clear. You dont wanna end up in this situation

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jxifml Jul 2, 2019

Btw. I'm OP - just changed my username.

Microsoft SXFa341 Jul 2, 2019

No, I'm OP I just changed my username

LinkedIn Zeiwkf5 Jul 2, 2019

I’M OP

Google 🍑☁️ Jul 2, 2019

"I had a good time but I didn't feel the sort of spark that I'm looking for. I hope you meet the right person soon!". A reasonable and empathetic person will understand and accept this statement. An unreasonable person will argue with you about how they're actually a match for you, in which case you can stop caring about them anyway because they're an asshole

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jxifml Jul 2, 2019

Oh I like this. I'll send something along these lines when he gets out of work so he doesn't get distracted at work

Microsoft Rydia Jul 2, 2019

This works. Simple, straight to the point, no lying

T-Mobile nth Jul 2, 2019

It’s not you, it’s me. 🥰

Microsoft idknbd Jul 2, 2019

Chemistry sometimes doesn't show up for quite a while. If things were otherwise good I'd be inclined to stick it out another date or two.

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jxifml Jul 2, 2019

"No chemistry" was a nicest way of putting it and the least I could say XD.

Google 🍑☁️ Jul 2, 2019

It probably depends on the sort of person you are, but this has never worked out for me, and it's a decent sample size

Microsoft sillyboi Jul 2, 2019

Hey sorry, your TC isn't up to my standards. So please GTFO.

Bloomberg MagikMike Jul 2, 2019

I wish you pleasant leetcoding.

Microsoft sillyboi Jul 2, 2019

^ yeah.. How could I miss this ☺️

Amazon macrew Jul 2, 2019

Imho ghosting is the best way. After only 1 date it’s socially acceptable. I personally would rather not receive a reply than an awkward “hi. I don’t like you.” message.

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jxifml Jul 2, 2019

Oh really? Being ghosted is such a shit feeling though

Amazon macrew Jul 2, 2019

When you get ghosted it can mean a bunch of things: the person got back with their ex, found someone else, decided to move, became a lesbian etc. If the person directly tells you they don’t want to date you it’s a worse feeling imho.

Bloomberg MagikMike Jul 2, 2019

Whatever you say just be honest. Don’t overthink it.

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LosYork Jul 2, 2019

Don’t ghost plz, that’s the worst feeling. Reject firmly, and let him know he has no chance.

Microsoft K1256 Jul 2, 2019

Hey! I had a great time and really enjoyed _______ (fill in the blank)_____, I just don’t see a future.