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Not every strange habit is a warning sign, and not every smooth exterior means someone is actually a catch. Before you swipe left on the guy who names his houseplants or swipe right on the person with suspiciously perfect answers, let's talk about what actually deserves your concern — and what's just personality.
Not every odd habit is a dealbreaker — and not every dealbreaker looks obviously alarming at first. Learning to tell the difference between someone's endearing weirdness and a genuine cause for concern might be the most underrated dating skill nobody talks about. We're here to help you sort it out, with a little humor and a lot of real talk.
Before you commit to a first date — and the nerve-wracking outfit planning that comes with it — your match has already given you a treasure trove of information. From their photo choices to their texting cadence, here's how to read the signals hiding in plain sight, without becoming paranoid or jaded.