Beth Orsoff - Are You Romantically Challenged?

QUIZ: Are You A Romantically Challenged Lawyer? | Are You Romantically Challenged?

Answer the following eight questions to find out.

1. Where are you most likely to be found on a Saturday night?

	Lying on the couch watching one of the “new classics” on TNT
	Out at a restaurant/movie/party with your boyfriend.
	In a trendy bar with your gal pals checking out the scene.
	At home with your significant other, desperately trying to stay awake past ten o’clock.

2. If you had a choice between watching a re-run of one of the following television shows, which would you choose?

	Sex in the City. This show reflects your life, or at least the life you wish you had, or at least the shoes you wish you had.
	Supernanny. Watching those poor harried parents try to discipline their demon children makes you feel better about your own life.
	The Bachelor. You just love watching all those conniving bitches get what’s coming to them.
	Star Trek. You’re secretly in love with Mr. Spock.

3. You’re getting dressed for your first date with a man you met on the internet. Which outfit are you most likely to wear?

	Something black. You live in New York or L.A.
	A Playboy bunny costume. Sure it’s risqué, but if Bridget Jones can pull it off, so can you.
	Whatever you have on when you leave work that night. What’s the point of dressing up for a date?
	You would never in a million years date someone you met on the internet.

4. You just got home from a so-so first date. You’re thinking?

	I hope he calls.
	I hope he doesn’t call.
	Thank God I made it home in time for the new American Idol.
	Do I really have to take my makeup off before I get into bed?

5. Two days later your so-so first date guy calls you and asks you for a second date. Your response?

	A polite no thank you. You’ve already lined up four other dates for the next two weeks. You don’t have time to waste with men who don’t rock your world.
	Yes, but you’re dreading it. That either makes you a nice person or a complete idiot, you’re not sure which.
	You say yes, but take down his number so you can call him later in the week to cancel (preferably when he’s not home so you can just leave a message on his answering machine).
	You b.s. your way out of it. You’re racked with guilt for having gone on the first date, there’s no way you could live with yourself if you went on a second.

6. You make a date for your only free night all week. (You’re a busy girl.) Later that day the hot guy in your office you’ve been lusting after for months finally asks you out, but for the very same night. You?

	Double book. You can meet the first guy for an early dinner, then hook up with Mr. Hottie at a club later that evening.
	Tell Mr. Hottie you’d love to go out with him, but it’ll have to wait a week.
	Say no to Mr. Hottie. He’s probably not the marrying kind anyway.
	Turn down Mr. Hottie. Your employer prohibits intra-company dating and you refuse to jeopardize your job for a himbo.

7. You’re casually dating several people when you meet someone you really like. What do you do?

	Continue dating all the men and just add the new guy to the mix.
	Start spending time with the one you really like, but keep the others on the back burner “just in case.”
	Date the new one and break up with all the others.
	Is casual dating the same thing as casual sex?

8. You’re dating someone you think has long-term potential when he suggests you make your relationship exclusive. Your response is to?

	Break up with him immediately. You’re having way too much fun playing the field to jump into a serious relationship.
	Stall for time. You like the guy, but you’re not ready to commit.
	Thank your lucky stars.
	You can’t remember the last time you went out with a guy who had long-term potential.

Your Score:

The Answers

28-32 Points means:
You’re not only romantically challenged, you’re a bona fide serial dater. But don’t despair. Serial dating can be fun. You’re wined, dined and complimented on a regular basis. If only the rest of your life were that good! But a word of caution: Some day your looks really will fade. So unless you can afford massive amounts of Botox, you’re willing to spend hours a day in the gym, and you have no fear of plastic surgery, make sure you find Mr. Right before that day arrives.

20-27 Points means:
Yes, your suspicions are correct. You are romantically challenged. But all is not lost. You’re at a crossroads. You can embrace your romantically challenged nature, become a true commitment phobe, and jump into serial dating. Or you can admit you have a problem and seek help. Good sources to consult are your best friend, therapist, astrologer, Dr. Phil, tea leaves, tarot cards, and a Tickle Me Elmo doll.

13-19 Points means:
Forget romantically challenged, you’re not even in the game. It seems you’ve completely given up on men. Unless you’re a lesbian, this is bad. It’s time to turn off the television and meet some new people. Or at least find a comfortable position in front of your computer so you can search for a man on the internet. Either way, you must start dating again. Consult your family and friends. They will offer much needed support and hopefully set you up on a few blind dates too.

8-12 Points means:
You’ve been married for several years. Don’t worry, you’re in good company.

If you like your answer, congratulations! You are now armed with self-knowledge. If you don’t like your answer, don’t fret. Take the quiz again, but this time answer differently. If you still don’t like your result, then keep re-taking it until you get the result you want.

And for some serious love life advice, check out these sites:

www.askapril.com
The New Millenium's Dear Abby

www.smartatlove.com
Love Life Advice for Smart Women by Annie Dennison, Ph.D.