Let’s Ditch These 5 Old Dating Rules

Some things from the past should be left there.

Many of my viewpoints on dating have been considered “traditional” or “old school” because I do have certain values that are rooted in what some could call…the way things used to be.

Chivalry, romance, you know…

The few of these opinions that I maintain are based on what I saw work (and what still works) for the generations before me in my own family. My grandparents, parents, and so forth. When I know that something works, I stick to it, no matter how “old school” it is.

However, the world evolves quickly and societal expectations change with it.

Many of my other views are ultra-progressive and I believe that holding too tightly to “old ways” will prevent progress and cause us to miss real chances at happiness. My private students will tell you I am very happy to share my uncensored thoughts with them.

The key here — is balance. And, balance requires knowing what to keep, as well as knowing what to let stay in the past.

Here are five old dating rules that I think should be tossed out the window immediately.

1: Don’t sleep together on the first date.