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“Where do I find a perfect man? - It depends… First, you need to understand what ‘PERFECT’ means to you. - I want a man who wakes up at 5 am, exercises, makes his own bed, doesn’t drink alcohol, always punctual, and goes to the bed at 9 pm. Where do I find him? - I know the place where you can find…” quote by Donald Shaw
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““Where do I find a perfect man? - It depends… First, you need to understand what ‘PERFECT’ means to you. - I want a man who wakes up at 5 am, exercises, makes his own bed, doesn’t drink alcohol, always punctual, and goes to the bed at 9 pm. Where do I find him? - I know the place where you can find many of such men. - Where is that? I swear I will go and check tomorrow! - Great! Tomorrow you will go to JAIL!””

Donald Shaw

About This Quote

Source Interview: Unknown (online Q&A)

The speaker describes an impossible perfect man checklist, leading to a sarcastic suggestion that such a man would be in jail.

In simple terms: Unrealistic expectations create absurd outcomes.

Key Takeaway

Set realistic expectations for partners.

Themes

expectations relationships humor reality perfection

Mood

humorous critical

Type

satirical conversational

When to use this quote

  • dating advice
  • self‑reflection
  • relationship expectations

Key Concepts

idealization social critique humor

Questions to Reflect On

  • What realistic traits matter in a partner?
  • How can we balance standards and flexibility?
A Different Perspective

May dismiss genuine qualities in seeking perfection.

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