Relationships
Why We Date Guys Similar To Our Exes Without Realizing It, According To Science
They say the definition of insanity is repeating the same mistake twice and expecting a different result, so maybe we’re all a little insane when it comes to dating.
By Meghan Dillon4 min read
In my late teens and early twenties, I had a horrible habit of going for the bad boy and guys who treated me like garbage. I thought I’d beat the habit at one point when I met a guy who treated me well, but when he and I realized we were better off as friends, I fell right back into my old habits. The next guy I found myself drawn to was a walking red flag, and I’ve always had a hard time understanding why I fell back into my old ways when I knew there were better options out there.