So, I've seen about this in the handbook but there are so many great contributions under some posts as well. I thought it would be nice to make a comprehensive list under one post. It would be even greater if you queens were to explain the reason why you shouldn't date if you're doing this or that. I'll start with some.

-If you're currently in a vulnerable place emotionally or going through a rough time in general. This only makes you more vulnerable because of your need for affection, causing you to lower your standards.

-If you take "dating" and "men" too seriously. Example: You go on one date with this man but instantly you start planning the wedding in your head, nah sis. This only means (although there's nothing wrong with wanting a fullfilling, nice relationship) you're vulnerable because you're in love with the idea of romance rather than the actual person. Rose-colored glasses and falling for someone easily will mostly bring you heartbreak.

-If you have an important exam, meeting, interview coming up. If you have something big coming up and you're stressed because of it, it's actually more likely that you will seek some distraction (especially if you're a limerent). However, this need for distraction and extensive daydreaming can cause you to fall for some random guy that you don't know much about, who will turn out to be a LVM. If you can do this and not get too caught up with it, only see it as a distraction and don't make a move etc, go ahead but still beware.