36-Year-Old Single Woman Mocks Blind Date Man: $5,000 Monthly Income, Are You Even Qualified?
Johnsson said, “Those who marry for money are despicable; those who marry for love are foolish.”
One must approach marriage with a clear mind and a comprehensive view of the partner and the relationship.
While it’s important to be rational, it’s also crucial not to be greedy. It’s unfair to be with someone solely for money.
Even though believers in love often end up deeply hurt, sincerity is never wrong. It’s important to be able to look back without regret.
As society evolves and people become closer, finding a partner becomes harder due to higher expectations.
When unable to find a partner, blind dates become the only option, leading to many absurd incidents.
Not long ago, a 36-year-old woman went on a blind date. As soon as she sat down with the man, she asked, “How much is your monthly income?”
The man replied, “Just started working, $5,000.”
Upon hearing this, the woman retorted, “With a $5,000 salary, are you even qualified?”
The man was surprised by her response and quickly changed his tone, saying softly, “Let’s finish this juice and call it a day. I am not interested in you.”
Her face turned red upon hearing this.
Self-awareness is Crucial
An ancient saying goes, “Self-awareness is precious.”
One’s value lies in self-awareness. When one fails to see themselves clearly, they may act in ways unimaginable to others.
Therefore, it’s essential to understand oneself before interacting with others or making decisions.
“Know yourself, know your enemy, and you shall win a hundred battles.” This principle, though from the art of war, applies to everyday life. Understanding oneself and others leads to better outcomes.
Lack of self-awareness can lead to embarrassing situations.
Arrogance Leads to Self-Destruction
A great person once said, “Humility leads to progress, arrogance leads to setbacks.”
In life, if two people have similar abilities but one is humble, acknowledging others, they will be welcomed by many.
On the other hand, a person, despite being capable, is arrogant, considering themselves superior in every aspect. Such individuals find it hard to collaborate with others or gain recognition.
Therefore, it’s essential to humble oneself at times. While someone may not appear impressive or earn a high income, they may excel in other aspects.
Arrogance only leads to humiliation. You might think you are humiliating others, but sometimes it’s you who ends up embarrassed.
Respect Others First
Respect is fundamental to being human. As emphasized in “Fu Lei’s Letters,” teaching children to respect others comes first.
In this world, everyone desires respect. It’s a mutual exchange. At 36, having experienced life’s challenges, one should understand the importance of respecting others.
Disrespecting a blind date not only shows a lack of respect but also reflects poorly on oneself.
Respect is a two-way street. When you respect others, you earn their respect in return, improving your image in their eyes. However, disrespect can quickly tarnish that image.
Reflect on Personal Issues
At 36, being unmarried is not an issue. However, lacking respect, being arrogant, humiliating oneself, and lacking self-awareness at this age indicate underlying problems.
It’s okay not to be married at 36, especially if you are pursuing your dreams or dedicating yourself to a career you love. But going on blind dates and disrespecting others shows a lack of maturity and self-awareness.
While finances are crucial in marriage, it’s not a transaction. Marrying someone solely based on financial considerations is a loss, not just financially but emotionally too.
Mocking a blind date man at 36 is ironic. Lack of respect for others leads to reciprocal disrespect and discomfort for both parties.
In life, we can marry someone less accomplished, but never someone disrespectful or despicable. Marriage is serious; some married people are worse off than singles. If that’s the case, why bother marrying?
One can compromise in marriage, but settling for marriage just because of age is not the solution.
