In contemporary times, the fast-paced lifestyle often clashes with our desire to find someone for love and companionship. However, there are a rare few souls for whom finding a life companion is not a priority. Such people enjoy being in a relationship as long as the thrill lasts, and moving on is their second nature. Hence, they are more suited for short-term relationships. However, the problem arises when neither partner is on the same page. But how do you know beforehand that this is you or your partner? Here are some characteristics you can pinpoint early on and understand your relationship preferences. This can spare you the trouble of messy break-ups or getting entwined with nagging partners.
Impulsive but passionate
A common characteristic among those who prefer short-term relationships is an extremely impulsive nature, together with a passionate approach to life. Such individuals are driven by instinct and usually live in the moment. They go with the flow in life rather than plan. As a result, if you are with someone like this, you would often find yourself in the least expected situations and not always have good experiences. Their passionate ideologies can charm and give you an adrenaline rush like no relationship you’ve ever had before. But more often than not, you are likely to become another exciting chapter in the past unless you can keep offering something new every day.
Silver-tongue extrovert
Generally, someone who prefers short-term relationships has an extremely charming personality that helps them land new partners every time. These silver-tongue individuals can sweep you off your feet easily, and before long, you will be enamoured by them. But the phase will last only as long as they are interested in you. Often, you would feel pangs of jealousy witnessing them being equally frank and charming with everyone. This eventually becomes the reason behind the rift and results in a breakup.
Always looking for excitement and new experiences
Certain individuals only feel committed as long as the relationship brings something unique and exciting to the table. They enjoy the thrill of the “Girlfriend Experience” that happens when the relationship starts. However, when things get repetitive and predictable, they begin to lose interest. As a result, they are likely to move on even while in the relationship, and as soon as they find the next exciting person, the breakup happens abruptly.
Avoid conversations about any permanence
Are you seeing someone for a while, but every time you ask them about the next stage, they seem to avoid it? Whether it’s settling down in a relationship, beginning a live-in arrangement or even staying in the same location for long- such people get anxious about any kind of permanency. You may be in the dating phase forever with such a person. The moment you wish to take it to the next level, its likely that they would silently sever all ties.
Have a history of short relationships.
Last but not least, such people usually have a history of short and frequent relationships. Likely, most of their relationships did not even last a year, and they have probably had a dozen such relationships already. It is best to steer clear of such a person if you are looking for something permanent. If you are this person, be clear about your intentions to save the other from uninvited heartache in the long run.
Enjoying short-term relationships is not a problem as long as it does not hurt someone else. In short, it is wise to recognise your or your partner’s characteristics and ensure they align well to prevent any future complications.