Introduction to Dateface

The start of a new relationship is usually euphoric and full of optimism. You’ve met the man or woman of your dreams; they appear flawless. You cross your fingers. Have you found your soul mate? Rose-colored bliss can last many months before the Dateface rears its ugly head. My mother, wise and witty, can break down the Game of Life in intriguing, interesting ways. About six years ago, she introduced me to the concept of Dateface. At some point, everybody has to deal with Dateface in their relationships. We can’t change people; however, there are signs to warn us that the person we’re crazy in love with has crazy quirks that we just can’t stand? Some issues can be worked out with a little conversation and quality time; others, cannot and it’s best for all parties to just walk away, instead of staying in unfulfilling relationships. What does a newlywed do when she wakes up to a stranger? How did she get there?

The History of Male-Female Relationships

The Signs of Dateface: Who Wears the Mask?

Pretenders

Manipulative Users

Pathetic Apathetics

When Dateface Becomes Hateface

What's Your Reflection? - confronter, enabler, doormat, perpetrator, the Virtuous Man or Woman?

Footnote:
1 Smith, Patricia. Definition of Dateface, Niceville: 2003.