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Would you date yourself?

118 replies

JoeyBartonHanson · 12/05/2019 19:55

And why

I wouldn't , I'm not that interesting as a person.

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RevokeRemainpastcaringreally · 12/05/2019 19:58

God no!

I'm too moody.

MeanMrMustardSeed · 12/05/2019 19:59

Absolutely! I’m interesting, interested and active. What’s not to like!?

Hefzi · 12/05/2019 20:00

Fuck, no. That's why I haven't dated since 2006!

ILiveInSalemsLot · 12/05/2019 20:01

I would after I’d got to know me!

Lilac3 · 12/05/2019 20:04

No

I'm
Moody
Needy, but at other times I withdraw and can't bear to be touched
Like 'me' time too much
Unpredictable/hard to read: might want to text all day/night, then might not want to text for days
Lazy when it comes to sex

I'm married Blush

DulcieRay · 12/05/2019 20:04

No. Because I wouldn't have time for me IYSWIM

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BigRedLondonBus · 12/05/2019 20:13

Nope,as I wouldn't want to date a single parent

LoisSanger · 12/05/2019 20:15

I wouldn’t at the moment. But that’s because I’m having mental health issues at the moment and dating me probably wouldn’t be great at the moment

Pinkarsedfly · 12/05/2019 20:18

Well...

On the plus side I’m quite funny, a good cook, solvent, always up for an adventure and quite filthy.

On the negative side, my general and health anxiety is a bit draining, I have low self esteem so need constant reassurance, I’m a bit bossy and my family are difficult.

On balance, probably not.

Paddy1234 · 12/05/2019 20:20

Absolutely no!

IveGotAlpen · 12/05/2019 20:21

No cause I am a bit of a nutter to be honest.

darkskyclearing · 12/05/2019 20:24

Ummm, dunno - I have lots of interests, like talking about stuff, am active, lively and I am loving, supportive and loyal.

However, I have no job, young kids and still living with my Ex as have nowhere else to go ( we live separately in the same house).

So, probably no, I wouldn't due to my life situation. But I'd be missing out as if you gave me a chance and hung in there I could be a great lifetime partner! Grin

SignedUpJust4This · 12/05/2019 20:26

I would only use myself as a booty call. Definitely no serious relationship.

SalmonAndBroccoliForTea · 12/05/2019 20:27

On the basis of my personality, characteristics, interests, lifestyle, hobbies I'd say yes.

However, my cripplingly low self esteem and body confidence mean I'm an utter liability.

I also have HFA, which means I get fixated on stuff, misunderstand stuff, struggle to maintain friendships and relationships. I need a lot of time on my own and have a few 'quirky' habits (stims) that some people find embarrassing.

So, on balance, no.

I am in a relationship but constantly on the verge of ending it.

moonfacebaby · 12/05/2019 20:28

Yes, I would!

But that’s after 7 years of shite - end of marriage due to an affair (ex-H not me), various bereavements and other devious men...oh, & throw in the perimenopause too..

I’m now on HRT, and I’ve recently turned a massive corner, where I will not take any shite from a man anymore - I know my value. I’m far from perfect but I’m a good person, caring, funny, clever and capable - yes, I can be moody sometimes, and winter really drags me down - but I feel that any man who gets to be in my life is a lucky guy.

I’m not interested though 😂....not sure if that will change in the near future - but I’m honestly not bothered and I’m just loving feeling like I’m finally back to being me after a tough few years - I’m stronger, wiser and we’ll see what happens

IHaveBrilloHair · 12/05/2019 20:28

Oh fuck, absolutely not.

Bobcut · 12/05/2019 20:28

Before kids yes
Now scruffy fatter too tired to even talk- no

pink412 · 12/05/2019 20:29

No I’m too ugly

sadkoala · 12/05/2019 20:41

Before kids maybe based on body alone I was a knockout...but then again I'd probably consider myself annoying and clueless .

Now I look terrible 95% of the time. I can't bear to look at my stomach and thighs in the mirror. My hair is another story. My skin is a bit meh.

I also am rather awkward socially and even though I have a dry sense of humour which DP loves he says that you do have to really get to know me to get my jokes etc.

Not much of a catch I'm afraid..

Treacletoots · 12/05/2019 20:45

No way. Far too high maintenance.

madamedeluxe · 12/05/2019 20:51

No, I want my own way all the time.

I would never cook for anyone else. I don’t like other people’s tv choices. I don’t like sharing my bed with sweat and hair and body secretions. I just wouldn’t compromise.

Chociefish · 12/05/2019 20:54

Hell no, I'm a no game plan kinda person with serious self doubt issues. I'm in a relationship but permanently have one eye on the exit.

HumptyNumptyNooNoo · 12/05/2019 20:55

Hell yeah ! I don't mind being muddy but scrub up well when required ! I laugh at farts and I can burp the national anthem, who wouldn't want to date me ?!!

rejected2012 · 12/05/2019 21:01

No . As selfish as it sounds, I wouldn't date a single parent and definitely not someone who can't make the right choices and is living my life

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