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Why Am I Single Quiz By: Mariana Sabino Estimated Completion Time 6 min

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We don't have to tell you your qualities. You know them, your friends remind you of them often, and acquaintances also seem perplexed by your single status. There's nothing about you that screams "undatable." Right? You take care of yourself, you know how to have a good time and you're friendly and approachable. 

So, why is it you never really get past a few dates with someone?

It's hardly begun and it's already over. Somehow things fizzle out before that, they stop calling (or you stop answering) and there you go, back to square one. Really, you don't get it. What are the stumbling blocks that are preventing you from reaching a level where the relationship becomes long-term? 

Is there something that is keeping you from inviting or welcoming that kind of closeness? If you've been dating off and on for a while, but nothing seems to go anywhere, you might be sending off signals that you're not ready, not interested or simply not someone to be taken seriously. The reason may vary, but we might have a few clues to help you identify common issues that might help explain just why you're still single. C'mon, brave one, be honest and answer these crucial questions!

START QUIZ Enes Evren / E+ / Getty Images Your date comes in ten minutes late. How do you react? I'd be irritated and would remind them that my time is valuable. I'm just glad they've arrived! I've spent the last few minutes texting them. Humph! I wonder what caught their attention on the way over. SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION PeopleImages / E+ / Getty Images They offer to take you out during the week instead of a weekend. What do you assume? I'd wonder what is wrong with them to have so much free time. Yay! They want to see me as much as I want to see them. I'd assume they need dating tips. I'd wonder if they have another date on Saturday. SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION Giulia Fiori Photography / Moment / Getty Images They have something stuck on their face. What do you do? I'd be grossed out, but hand them a napkin and look away. I'd probably lick it off! I'd ask them if they use napkins often. I'd wonder what is on their mind to fail to notice that. SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION

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Mixmike / E+ / Getty Images They call you to cancel a date at the last minute, claiming it's an emergency. How do you react? I wouldn't like it, but if it's really an emergency it's fine. I'd offer to help, of course! I'd ask them to relate the circumstances fully right now. I'd wonder if they are telling the truth. SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION skynesher / E+ / Getty Images If they haven't shown interest in making out with you after a few dates, what do you think? That it's not going to happen. I'd wonder if it's something I've done! I'd ask them if they're on medication, or there's something wrong. I'd assume there's someone else they're seeing. SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION PeopleImages / E+ / Getty Images They tell you they want to keep things light. What do you think? Nope. I'm looking for a serious relationship, and that's that. Sure, I can keep it light! I can play it any way you want it. I would ask just what they mean by that, and analyze for next steps. I'd ask them if they're seeing other people. SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION

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AleksandarGeorgiev / E+ / Getty Images They tell you you're special. How do you react? Special? Really? That's so generic. I tell them they're super special, too! I'd ask them to explain which ways I'm special. This means I really stand out from the others! SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION d3sign / Moment / Getty Images How often do you expect them to text you? I expect them to know how often and when it's appropriate! I wish they'd text throughout the day. As often as I text them! Often enough, especially after they've come back late at night. SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION Alex Potemkin / E+ / Getty Images They send you some hideous flowers. How do you react? I'd really wonder about their tastes, and it would be a huge letdown. There are no hideous flowers. I might come to like this variety! I'd tell them which flowers they should send me from now on. I'd really wonder if there was a mix-up. SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION

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SJKoenig / Moment / Getty Images They say they'd like to introduce you to their mother when she flies in next week. What do you do? I make sure to act perfectly, as I know I can. I ask about the mother, and make sure to bring gifts for her. I ask every detail about the mother, how long she is staying, etc. I'd wonder about their level of attachment to their mother. SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION Mixmike / E+ / Getty Images What do you do when they act like a jerk one night but apologize right after? I appreciate the apology, but I doubt I'll be over to get over it. I'm so glad they apologized! I'd dissect the evening with them to know just what got them to act that way. I'd interrogate them, voicing my suspicions. SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION PeopleImages / E+ / Getty Images What's your idea of a perfect date? Let's see. There are so many details to think of ... I'm game. Easy to please! Everything goes according to plan. Mine. When the full attention is on me! SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION

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Tempura / E+ / Getty Images They show a little jealousy. How do you feel about it? As long as we qualify it as a little ... Great! They like me. Hmm. We'll have to analyze jealousy from every angle. Good. They get a dose of their own medicine. SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION shapecharge / E+ / Getty Images You know you're in love when ... Everything I look for in a relationship is suddenly there. Dream come true. When I start smiling a lot Everything is just so. Just as I imagine it can be. When there's nothing in our way SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION andresr / E+ / Getty Images How do you usually dress for a date? To the nines, without overdoing it. Flawless but appearing effortless. How I think they'd like to see me as Calculated for the occasion Dressed to kill SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION

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DigiPub / Moment / Getty Images How flexible are you to change? Why change something I've already perfected? Totally flexible Not that flexible I'm kind of set in my ways. SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION andresr / E+ / Getty Images Which of these movie genres do you like to watch on a date? Movies that makes us think Romantic comedies Psychological dramas Sexy thrillers that help me gauge their reactions SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION piskunov / E+ / Getty Images Do you have an ideal person in mind? Yes, and clearly defined Anyone I fall in love with! Someone who fits my plans Someone who only has eyes for me SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION

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martin-dm / E+ / Getty Images Why do you think you're still single? I have high standards. The ones I like seem frightened by my willingness to love them. I need things to be a certain way. I keep meeting these players. SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION PLASTICBOYSTUDIO / Moment / Getty Images Do you fall in love easily? No. That's the point. I just haven't met the perfect fit yet. Yes! Very. My heart's wide open. When everything falls into place, yes I fall hard. SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION freemixer / E+ / Getty Images Do you fantasize about your wedding day? I fantasize about a perfect relationship, and what that would be like. I do. I'll be so happy! Yes, especially since I've had the same idea in mind forever. Yes, with all my rivals watching and seething SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION

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piranka / E+ / Getty Images Do you kiss and tell? I tell when they fall short. I usually tell the highlights, and how thrilling it was! I don't say anything. I make sure everyone knows how great it was. SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION borchee / E+ / Getty Images What do you do when someone flirts with your date? I rise above it, ignoring the scene. I ignore it! My date really is so hot. I watch closely. I want to tear up the flirt. SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION Andrea Peipe, Cap Photography / Moment / Getty Images Do you ever cry after dates? No. Not worth it. Yes, often I do, from rage at their bad behavior. I told them what NOT to do! Only when they really hurt my feelings with someone else. SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION

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xavierarnau / E+ / Getty Images How do you feel about an open relationship? It's too far from my ideal to be considered. I might consider it if the other person has a convincing argument. That would not be acceptable. That would stir up the crazy in me. SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION Michael Blann / DigitalVision / Getty Images Do you get frustrated easily? Indeed, and I'm almost resigned to it. I try to persevere and fight through frustrations. I try not to let that happen. That's why I take charge. Only when reality really falls short from what I expected SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION South_agency / E+ / Getty Images Do you date often? When someone really intrigues me, I do. As often as I get the chance When someone follows the right protocol, I do. It usually happens when I meet someone really hot. SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION

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FatCamera / E+ / Getty Images Do your friends keep trying to set you up? Nope. They say I'm too demanding. Yes! But most of these dates are duds. When they think they have just the right person for me, yes. Not anymore. Too much drama, they say. SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION PeopleImages / E+ / Getty Images Are you the last single person in your group of friends? It appears that way. Many of my friends are single, and we keep asking ourselves why. I have a couple of friends who are also single. Most of my friends are single. SCROLL TO NEXT QUESTION PeopleImages / E+ / Getty Images Do you fantasize about an ex? All the time. They were almost perfect. Not really. I think about the here and now. I remember what was wrong with them. I recall what they put me through. FINISH QUIZ

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