do you think there is anything wrong with dating outside your race or ethnicity?

Question

just a general question because i have been dating outside my race for the last 8 year everything from white, hispanic, asian, egyptian, itialian, hawaiian, and germen... and i dont see anything wrong but some of my friends do... yall know the people who hate you because they want what you have... those type... and when they ask why dont i date black women i just dont answer because i think its stupid...

Answer 1

People whould date someone for who they are not what race they are. Dating outside your race is perfectly fine. I always fall for the individual not his race or ethnicity. (I don't consider that a factor)

Answer 2

I don't think there's anything wrong with dating outside your race/ethnicity. I think it can cause a problem though. Mixed races has become a big part of the culture today and when that happens a lot old cultures from original races is lost. I mean like African American, Asian, Jewish and all the other races. When races mix a lot of times traditions and a lot of the past is lost. I still don't think it's wrong. I mean you can't really choose who you like/fall in love with, I just think it can lead to problems. do you ever date women of your race? I'm just asking because it sounds like you don't if your friends had to ask why you don't date them. But if they're really your friends they'll get over it.

Answer 3

This question is very hard to answer. I guess I can start by saying now a days there is nothing wrong with dating outside your race, until you meet the family. Years ago you were supposed to keep the heritage and ethnicity alike for the sake of the family genes.

So when your girlfriend takes you home to mom and grandma you might get mixed feelings. Mom might say alright I will work with this and then grandma is ready to pick up grandpa's gun to show you out. It is hard to answer with everyone in mind. Some people are ok with it and some are brought up to go against it. You just have to be the best person you can be and present yourself proud and respectful even if they don't approve of you. That way they will atleast admire your confidence.

My cousin is doing the same thing. She met a black man and thought nothing of it until she wanted to introduce him to the family. Oh boy that did not go well with grandpa or her dad. I on the other hand will approve of anyone my daughter chooses as long as they are respectful, provide for her and most of all truly love her.

With this in mind I wish you luck with this very hard question

Answer 4

Simple Answer: No. I don't think there's anything "wrong" with dating outside your race or ethnicity.

Besides, in a few years, the majority of our population with be a mixed ethnic breed, one will hardly be able to tell anymore. Everyone will be "muts."

We've come a long way in "interracial dating" and I am a little surprised at this question... then again, maybe not so surprised.

In my family (aunts, uncles, cousins, all of it) they were not too big on interracial dating... now it's not about that at all, it's about how much money the individual makes and what their background is -- not be the best way to detrmine your partner status...

On a personal note... "taste the rainbow,"

...not so much the different "ethnicities" but the different "cultures" out there. I personally haven't found men of my "ethnic background" or culture to be as attractive as others, but that's my perogative. Plus, I feel like if I date inside my ethnic category, I am not experiencing what's out there.

BESIDES... “Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind.” - Dr. Seuss

...just do what makes YOU happy :-)

.pEace.

Answer 5

I don't see anything wrong with it at all. You date people because you find them attractive physically and by their personality. When I was single, I based my interest in someone by 3 factors: How they treat themselves, how they treat others and if I'm physically attracted to them. Not to say I'm shallow though. Given a choice between a drop dead gorgeous guy who's kind of a jerk, and a guy who may be more towards "average" looking who is a really nice guy.......I'll take the "average" guy any day.

With that said, if you're doing it just to prove some kind of a point, I think you are selling yourself and black women short. If you restrict yourself to only certain races, you're missing out on some wonderful people no matter what their race.

As for your friends, if they have issues with who you date based soley on the race of your dates, then I would get new friends. Easier said than done, I know. But to me, if they can't keep from throwing their prejuduces onto you, knowing how you feel, then I wouldn't want to be around them that much. I am white and a few of my friends have different views on races than I do. They aren't the type of people who would violently or aggressively react if had brought a guy around out of my race but their opinions aren't quite the same as mine. We all know how the other feels and we don't push it in each other's face. I also know people, who I like, but have a bit more aggressive beliefs. I like them for the most part but I don't associate with them intentionally because of their views. If I happen to run into them, I'll chat/talk but I don't actively seek them out to go out and do things. I don't know if any of that made sense, but hope it helps.

Answer 6

Nothing wrong with it. My girlfriend isn't the same race as me. I'm white, she's asian. My sister's husband is black. No one seems to have any problems with it, either. If they have a problem with it, it really isn't any of their business anyway. But you're right, when they ask why you don't date black women, you don't have to answer. No point in answering a stupid question that just doesn't matter.

Answer 7

I not only agree with dating outside your own race but highly condone it. Every time I see a black man marry a white woman and produce a child together I feel a little more hatred fade from the world.

Answer 8

That's a good thing yo.I come from a Puerto Rican background,and for almost 500 years,us Puerto Rican people are use to mixing within the races.To us color is not an issue,morals,personality,and how you treat a person is what counts.In America we still live in a nation,where many people still think that race matters.This is the 21 century,other people who think that racial mixing is wrong,needs to get with the program,and realize that people in today's society are going to mix,within the races.But there are many other people who are mixing up the races in the U.S.,and those of the people that mix up the races,I solute you,"Dios que bendiga."(God bless you)

Answer 9

I dont imagine its incorrect. I havent dated in my race in almost 2 yrs and for some reason I basically wouldnt bypass decrease back because round right here the black adult men dont care in case you've been "captain of the cheerleading squad, father and mom have funds" regardless of they opt for you for you and take care of you want a queen so, for sure I ignore what the ignorant human beings might want to say about my blended relationships and if I actually have a biracial baby sometime i will keep ignoring them lol. the different questions throw me an e mail

Answer 10

Variety is the spice of life. I am currently dating a white guy and have gone out with an Asian man in the past. I don't date black men and have been asked by my friends why...It's none of their business...actually it is no ones business who you date as long as that person makes you happy.

Answer 11

Dating outside of your race has seemed to become the norm, at least where im from. I dont think there is anything wrong with it. You love who you love, regardless of what race, religion, background etc. they come from. Do you and dont worry about what everyone else thinks about it, like you said, they're probably jealous of the happiness that you find in others and they dont have what you have. good luck with eveything =)