Let a man reveal his consistency, initiative, character, and capacity without helping him become the man you need him to be. This is something I believe I have only truly implemented once, and I loved the experience because I did not allow myself to become emotionally attached too quickly. Instead of getting caught up in what the connection could become, I observed. I paid attention to what he naturally showed me. I discussed what I was observing with my coach, and from there, I decided what I believed his purpose was in my life. That clarity allowed me to step back without trying to make the connection become something else. There was nothing for me to fix, force, explain, or develop. Dating from observation allows me to receive information before giving someone emotional access to me. I can enjoy getting to know a man while allowing his consistency, initiative, character, and capacity to speak for themselves. I do not have to help a man become the man I need. I simply have to observe who he already is and discern accordingly.