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When Did Falling in Love Become a Bad Investment?

When Did Falling in Love Become a Bad Investment?

Summary

The writer says modern dating often uses terms such as “red flags,” emotional investment and compatibility, framing romance as a set of risks to manage. Citing a 2026 survey, she argues that prioritizing emotional safety is understandable but wonders whether strict checklists can rule out relationships that might otherwise develop.

Key Facts

  • The article cites Match and the Kinsey Institute’s 2026 Singles in America study.
  • The study found that 34 percent of singles prioritized peace and emotional safety over passion and excitement.
  • In the survey, 14 percent of singles favored passion and excitement over peace and emotional safety.
  • Among women, 40 percent prioritized peace and emotional safety, while 9 percent favored passion and excitement.
  • The study found that 46 percent of singles with an ideal-partner checklist had fallen for someone who did not meet their criteria.
  • The writer says boundaries and emotional safety can help people avoid unhappy relationships.
  • The writer distinguishes infatuation from compatibility and says marriage deserves serious consideration.
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