Hi RPC,

I’m a 24 y/o male that is around 6’2” weighing around 155 (15% body fat), lift/run 3 days a week for around an hour and a half each time. Bench: 160, squat: 120, curl 30’s for 10 reps), anyways...

I went on a first date yesterday with a woman and it was enjoyable for me so I sent her a “It was fun getting to know you :) Let's do it again soon!” that evening and I just received a “Yeah I had fun too! Before we hang out again I want to let you know that I’m not interested in dating right now. Just wanted to make sure and be clear with that. I’m glad to make a new Orthodox friend 😄”

So I know I’m being friend-zoned and my goal was to pursue dating her if she wanted to. What’s a good way to preserve my Christ-like integrity in response to this message?

I know radical honesty is key, but I know I also can’t force attraction.

Any advice brothers?

I can also give more information on the date if need be, but I don’t think it’s pertenant to the present moment.