How do you feel about romance?

[tiger_hoods12]

They are pretty self explanatory but here are the definitions anyway. I’m just curious to see the complexities of this. 

Romance-repulsed/averse: unable to enjoy it in their own relationship; really fucking hates it or if you’re averse you’re just uncomfortable by someone pursuing you romantically and you may not want to engage in any romantic relationship 

Romance-negative: critical of romance in broader society 

Romance-neutral: okay with it or indifferent to moderate portrayals and discussion of romance in broader society 

Romance-indifferent: apathetic or indifferent to romance in their own lives

Romance-favorable: wants it in their own relationship; really fucking loves it

Romance-positive: accepting and embracing of romance in broader society 

Edited January 6 by tiger_hoods12

[catparent7092]

I think romance is great as it is an emotion that offers much a lot of inspiration and is genuinely fun to  interpret in media when handled well.

I don't feel it, but others feeling it does not offend me. 

[A_Mess]

I think that romance is probably a great thing and its cool that other people enjoy it. It can be pretty hit or miss whether or not I connect with romance in media and I normally don't look for it, but I like it when I do actually connect.

But when there's even the slightest hint of romance or interest directed at me it can just be so gross and upsetting; I just have a really bad reaction and can't control it. I finally felt very validated when I finally came across the term "romance-repulsed" because yeah, romance is great, but keep it a million miles away from me.

[allhailtheglowcloud]

Romance in general I don't really have an issue with either way.

Romance in my own relationships though? Honestly I think I'm romance averse on that matter. While I'm not repulsed necessarily, the thought that people might be romantically interested in me is a little too uncomfortable to accurately call it romance neutrality.

[MondoBilby]

I'm definitely very romance-repulsed, even when it's not directed towards me. I find romance in media abhorently boring and at worst really gross to watch, especially if there's kissing scenes or any lovey dovey talk. 

[tiger_hoods12]

Basically how I feel about it wrapped in one picture/meme. 

[Jinx]

I like the distinction between romance at large and romance for myself. Personally I'm romance-repulsed in the broader concept, but am indifferent for myself.

[Lovebird]

I'm very romance favourable when it comes to myself, I enjoy all the "cringy" romantic things and gestures. I just do not care for what people do in their romantic lives, it's not my place to gossip on who is dating or marrying who.

[SkyTuneRein]

Pretty indifferent. It really matters about context, portrayal, legitimacy, intimacy, etc. There's a time and place for romance...rubbing it in my face is certainly not one of those.

Natural romance > fake romance anytime.

For myself...

Maybe? There needs to be at least chemistry beforehand, otherwise...

Edited January 5 by SkyTuneRein