You probably have a fantasy of what your happily ever after looks like, and you probably date as a means to find a partner to fit the fantasy, says Dr. Romanoff.
"Upon dating someone new, hopeless romantics invest in the relationship early on, often fantasizing about a future together and replaying shared moments, creating an intense connection."
"Hopeless romantics often seek their soulmate in each potential partner, idealizing them to cope with their flaws. If you place partners on unreachable pedestals, you likely fit this profile."