BYU Insight
12/17/2012
The Anti-Austen
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Guess who's on the front page of BYU Insight?12/17/2012 The Anti-Austen 8 Comments
-The Anti-Austens
The Anti Austens
We are The Anti-Austens, a collective of feisty, young Latter-Day Saints endowed with old-fashioned sensibilities (acquired through our Mormon upbringing and extensive reading of Jane Austen novels) trudging our way through the modern dating scene. Our blog was first created in 2010 and based in the Latter-Day Saint epicenter of marriage: Brigham Young University. Since its creation, the blog has seen many writers come and go, but those of us who remain continue vigilant in our quest for a gentleman happily blessed with our ideal qualities. For a few of us, that quest has led us away from our original hunting ground (BYU) on to hopefully greener--and considerably less overwhelmed--pastures.
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No way! That's so cool you guys! Congratulations! PS Your interview was awesome!
Hey! You guys should post more advice-like stuff. I know you don't know the answers to everything, but it's nice to hear an outsider's opinion. What should girls who have never been kissed or had a boyfriend do? (I'm almost 20!) What do we do about the age old conflict of thinking our standards are too high, and waiting for someone who is worth it? What do you do when girls who are younger than you are kissing people and it makes you wonder whats wrong with you, or why they deserve it and you don't. Or even worse, when your younger sister has a boyfriend and you never have. Yeah I know this is probably TMI, but I sure hope I'm not he only one wondering this! :)
Congratulations, that's awesome! Also, I agree with Anonymous #1 that I enjoy hearing (reading) your advice :) What I'm wondering is: how do you deal with lack of physical attraction? If all the guys who are interested in you are great guys, fun, etc, but there is no physical attraction there on your part, is it wrong to turn them down and keep waiting for "the spark" or should you keep dating them past the first couple of dates?
Anonymous #2...ooh that's a good one. I'd say a date or two for sure. Not because you like to waste people's time/money (including your own), but because looks aren't everything and if you find a deeper connection, you'll be so glad you didn't pass that person over. I speak from personal experience here and can absolutely say giving the chance created the "spark". If you don't have a real connection after a time or two, let it go. But don't discount someone because of a lack of initial attraction. :). Maybe I'm an anomaly though. What does everyone else think?
Hey! Anonymous #1 again. I love your questions Anonymous #2!! And Anonymous #3, I think you are very wise in your perceptions. That actually makes a lot of sense and is very helpful! :)
I miss the blog from a month ago when it revolved around dating advice for both guys and girls. I get tired of stories; I want to know what to improve on in my dating life!
Anons 1, 2, and 3: I like you. Thanks for your input and sharing of advice.
Amen Anonymous #Ï€ ! The feeling is mutual.
*sheepish* I really like the stories. I think they're told hilariously. I like advice too...and they do a good job there too. So a good mix? I guess I just enjoy a good read in mah feed.
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