Application for Shawn

What I Want in a Partner:

• Emotionally available and self-aware
• Honest, even when it’s uncomfortable
• Loyal and faithful
• Communicates openly without manipulation or guilt
• Supportive of growth and healing
• Patient, kind, and emotionally mature
• Has a solid sense of humor
• Responsible with money and life choices
• Shares similar values and long-term goals
• Willing to apologize and take accountability
• Affectionate and expressive
• Respects personal boundaries and space
• Enjoys meaningful conversations
• Open-minded and non-judgmental
• Can handle conflict without being toxic
• Makes me feel safe, seen, and appreciated
• Knows how to balance fun and responsibility
• Adds to my peace—not my chaos

What I Don’t Want in a Partner:

• Narcissistic or manipulative
• Emotionally unavailable or dismissive
• Lies, cheats, or gaslights
• Avoids accountability or plays the victim
• Condescending or controlling
• Uses my past against me
• Addicted to drama or thrives on chaos
• Financially irresponsible or dependent
• Constantly negative or overly critical
• Jealous, possessive, or insecure
• Disrespectful to others (friends, family, strangers)
• Refuses to grow or take care of themselves
• Pressures or guilt-trips me into things
• Thinks “love” means ownership
• Dismisses or belittles my feelings
• Makes me feel like I’m hard to love
• Doesn’t know what they want but wastes my time

Activities & Hobbies I’d Love to Share With a Partner:

• Road trips and spontaneous adventures
• Cooking together or trying new foods (healthy ones!)
• Listening to music and going to concerts
• Deep convos under the stars or on the couch
• Exploring nature—walks, hikes, beach days
• Traveling—near or far, with no pressure
• Taking photos or making memories just because
• Chill nights doing nothing—but together
• Supporting each other’s goals and passions
• Learning new things or taking on mini projects together
• Hitting the gym every day, staying active
• Healthy eating and a focus on overall wellness
• Taking my dog on runs or walks together

Most Definitely No:

(These are hard stops. No exceptions.)

• Cheating of any kind—physical or emotional
• Lying, gaslighting, or manipulation
• Physical, emotional, or financial abuse
• Addiction to drugs or alcohol with no intent to recover
• Racism, sexism, homophobia, or any form of hate
• Controlling behavior or jealousy disguised as “love”
• Disrespect toward me, my space, or my time
• Lack of ambition or drive to better themselves
• Disregard for hygiene or health
• Playing mind games or leading people on
• Refusing to grow, learn, or take responsibility
• Drama addicts who live for chaos
• Someone who doesn’t respect animals—especially my dog
• Treating people in the service industry poorly
• Someone who sees relationships as power plays, not partnerships